Vjola Thoma

• Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
• Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
• Implemented efficient operational processes to optimize productivity and resource allocation.
• Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees.
• Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, reducing costs while maintaining product quality.
• Guided team members through periods of change by providing clear communication on expectations and objectives moving forward.
• Boosted team productivity and morale through leadership development programs and regular feedback sessions.
• Solidified company's competitive position, conducting comprehensive market analysis and adjusting strategies accordingly.
• Negotiated partnerships with suppliers to reduce costs, enhancing profitability with strategic sourcing.

I am the Founder and Lead Trainer at AS Academy, a platform dedicated to capacity building in tourism and hospitality. Through this initiative, I aim to support professionals and businesses in adapting to the digital tourism landscape.

I design and deliver hands-on training programs tailored to platforms like Booking.com and other digital tools. My courses focus on practical application, digital visibility, and service excellence in a competitive market.

As a trainer, I combine industry insights with real-world examples to ensure measurable learning outcomes. As a founder, I lead the vision, partnerships, and content development for sustainable growth and impact.

AS Academy has empowered a growing network of tourism professionals across Albania and beyond. Together, we are building a smarter, more connected, and experience-driven tourism economy.

As a project writer and business planning expert, I specialize in drafting high-quality proposals for local and international donors. My work focuses on aligning project ideas with donor priorities, ensuring clarity, feasibility, and measurable impact.

I develop business plans for startups, NGOs, and public institutions, tailored to each organization’s goals and market potential. These plans include strategic analysis, financial modeling, and sustainability frameworks.

My role involves deep research, stakeholder coordination, and transforming complex ideas into fundable project concepts. I have experience working with donors such as the EU, UNDP, GIZ, and others across sectors like education, tourism, and agriculture.

Each project I develop is designed to generate social or economic value while meeting institutional or community needs. With a results-driven approach, I help organizations turn ideas into actionable, fundable, and scalable solutions.

Created the concept of tote bags for the activities organised by Municipality Markets agency, over 10.000 pieces.

• Developed comprehensive business strategies for clients, leading to improved market positioning.
• Saved the business from bankruptcy.
• Created financial models to forecast business growth opportunities for clients.
• Advised on best practices for human resources management, improving staff morale and productivity.

• Conducted in-depth market research to identify trends, informing strategic decisions.
• Built strong relationships with clients by consistently delivering actionable insights.
• Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
• Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.

As a strategic consultant and trainer, I developed a comprehensive business plan for ISUV to enhance its operational efficiency and service delivery. The plan focused on modernization, sustainability, and alignment with EU standards in food safety and veterinary services.

My role included conducting in-depth analysis of ISUV’s internal processes, stakeholder needs, and institutional goals. I proposed actionable strategies for growth, digital transformation, and long-term institutional positioning.

Alongside the business plan, I led tailored training sessions for ISUV staff to build internal capacity and ensure plan implementation. The training covered innovation in public service, strategic thinking, and practical tools for institutional development.

This project contributed to strengthening ISUV’s role as a key player in Albania’s public health and food safety ecosystem. It also empowered the team with the knowledge and tools needed to sustain impact beyond the consultancy.

• Enhanced team productivity by providing guidance on effective time management and prioritization techniques.
• Evaluated existing business models, identifying areas of improvement to increase revenue generation potential.
• Developed complete business plans and operational strategies for new and existing business.
• Increased client satisfaction by implementing tailored solutions for their unique business needs.

As a Communication Expert for Swisscontact, I was responsible for promoting vocational education and professional schools across Albania. My core duties included developing communication strategies to enhance visibility and public perception of these institutions.

I conducted on-site interviews with school leaders, students, and partners to capture authentic success stories and challenges. These stories were transformed into impactful narratives used across digital and print channels.

Additionally, I trained school representatives in media communication, storytelling, and social media management. The goal was to equip them with the tools to effectively represent and promote their institutions independently.

This role contributed to strengthening the reputation of vocational education and fostering stronger school-community engagement. It also helped build a unified communication voice for the vocational sector under Swisscontact’s support programs.

Training of youngsters coming from universities for building startups through CEFE methodology.

• Evaluated the effectiveness of training initiatives by tracking participant progress and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.
• Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.
• Collaborated with subject matter experts to create accurate training content.
• Coached employees on best practices, providing constructive feedback to support their professional growth.
• With CEFE METHODOLOGY

• Coordinated with creative and design teams to produce high-quality visuals for marketing materials.
• Communicated company promotions, products, and services to clients to increase brand awareness and overall revenue.
• Ensured consistent brand messaging across all external communications channels, leading to a strong brand identity.
• Collaborated with journalism and marketing teams to compile information and align company messaging.

AWP Organization has its mission and vision in empowering women and youth, as well as building their capacities through education and training.