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Maria E. Luis Ibarra

Future Sales Professional

Adjectives that describe me:

Adaptable
Empathetic
Resilient
Professional
Curious
Colaborative

About marialibarra.com

Who am I?

I am an undergraduate student at the University of Central Florida with a passion for sales and building meaningful relationships. What drew me to sales was my genuine curiosity about people and my desire to understand their experiences, perspectives, and needs.

My curiosity, combined with empathy, allows me to build trust, ask thoughtful questions, and find solutions that create value. As a natural problem solver, I enjoy connecting people with the right solutions to help them achieve their goals.

To me, sales is about more than closing a deal, it's about creating lasting relationships and making a positive impact through genuine connections

“When each day is the same as the next, it’s because people fail to recognize the good things that happen in their lives every day that the sun rises.”

— Paulo Coelho

Captured Moments: A Gallery of My Favorite Photographs

Member of the Professional Selling Program

The Professional Selling Program at the University of Central Florida is a highly competitive program that admits no more than 35 students per year. It is designed to prepare students to excel in sales and business careers in their professional lives.

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Relevant classes & coursework

GEB 4513 - Integrated Marketing and Sales

Throughout the course, I worked on various business-related presentations, including CRM and HRIS recommendations. These projects strengthened my ability to conduct market research, analyze locations and markets, and find reliable data, industry articles, and other credible sources to support business recommendations. I also developed my ability to create p

FIN 3403

Developed a foundational understanding of financial principles and their application in business. Learned about financial decision-making, budgeting, investments, and the role of finance in supporting business operations.

MAR 3407 - Integrated Marketing and Sales

During the Spring 2026 semester, I completed a Business-to-Business Sales course where I developed a strong understanding of the B2B sales process through presentations, role-plays, and hands-on practice. The course strengthened my communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills while giving me practical experience applying sales strategies in