Carose Tee

Carose Tee
Results-driven brand partnerships and marketing professional with more than a decade of international experience in hospitality and retail. Fluent in English and Chinese, with working knowledge of French and Italian.
caroset@yahoo.com
kukotravel.com
Professional Summary
Who I Am
More than a decade of international experience securing premium accounts, establishing market presence across  Asia and Europe, and building strong brand identities in lifestyle hospitality and retail.
Language Skills
English & Chinese
Native / Bilingual
French & Italian
Elementary
Core Skills
Business Growth
Brand Partnerships, Client Acquisition, Regional Market Expansion
Brand Strategy
Brand Identity, PR & Communications, Marketing Campaign Management
Lifestyle Branding
Lifestyle Brand Management, Oenology (Wine expertise), Customer Experience
CURRENT ROLE
KUKO Travel | North America
Brand Partnerships 
Creative Leadership
Lead creative projects, brand identity strategies, and design initiatives.
Brand Equity
Manage creative workflows to ensure brand compliance across all operations.
European Partnerships
Connect with French and Italian-speaking European business partners to drive growth.
2017 – 2020
United Overseas Bank (UOB) | Singapore
Business Development Manager
$50M+
AUM Secured
Assets Under Management within the first 6 months
Client Growth
Acquired and retained premium banking clients through proactive networking and tailored advice.
Regional Expansion
Expanded business into new Southeast Asian markets while strengthening local client relationships.
2015 – 2017
Princess Yachts SEA | Singapore
Regional Sales & Marketing Manager
GBP 2.78M Sale
Secured a major yacht sale while managing regional marketing plan.
4 Markets
Grew customer base across Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand via strategic partnerships.
Brand Overhaul
Overhauled brand identity and built marketing tools with automotive, hospitality, and investment firms.
2013 – 2014
Luxury Fashion: Gucci & Zegna
Gucci HQ · Milan, Italy
Merchandising — Women's RTW, Shoes & Kids (2014)
Analyzed global sales and market trends to implement product strategies for corporate stores
Shared insights on Asian consumer preferences to improve Go-to-Market strategies
Created product training materials and sales tools to help regional teams drive revenue
Ermenegildo Zegna · Singapore
Marketing & Communications (2013)
Wrote press releases for store openings and managed press updates for Milan Fashion Week
Monitored customer retention trends and KPIs for stores in Southeast Asia and Oceania
Handled marketing logistics, financial documents, and annual media plans
2007 – 2010
Singapore Airlines | Singapore
Cabin Crew
Premium Service
Delivered premium customer service to global passengers and solved on-board service challenges.
Safety & Certification
Encouraged safety and security compliance; certified to handle in-flight medical emergencies.
Awards
Recognized during training with "Best Trainee" and "Best Groomed" awards.
Education & Certifications
1
2014 — Master's Degree
Fashion and Luxury Brand Management — Istituto Marangoni
2
2013 — Bachelor of Arts
European Studies — National University of Singapore
3
2011 — French Language
Immersive Course — Université Bourgogne Europe
4
2010 — WSET Level 3
Award in Wine & Spirit Education Trust
Let's Connect
Open to brand partnerships, marketing, and regional growth opportunities across North America and Europe.
Email
caroset@yahoo.com
LinkedIn
linkedin.com/in/carosetee
Instagram
instagram.com/kuko.travel