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Margarita Mangino

Montevideo

Summary

Results-driven communications and marketing professional with over 20 years of experience in diverse industries. Expertise in corporate communications, marketing strategy, and business development. Proven track record in driving growth and achieving strategic objectives. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, Portuguese, and Spanish. Committed to delivering compelling narratives that showcase unique strengths and achievements.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder & CEO

MarketMinds
Montevideo
07.2023 - Current

Strategic Marketing Agency that offers fractional services and custom-made plans to help founders take their brands and growth to the next level.

  • OrangeLoops (2023-to present): Creation of Strategic Marketing Plan. Hired as a Fractional CMO to lead the team, implement agile experimentation, position the company in Boston, launch new initiatives like the Boston Startup Hub, create a compelling content strategy, and generate new leads.
  • Grupo Altavista (2023-to present): Creating a Strategic Marketing Plan. Afterward, I was hired to build a new marketing team of 3 people, aligned with the sales and business goals. Launch of a new B2C channel: mitiendadegafas.com in Spain.
  • Studio4D (2023-to present): Hired as Fractional CMO and Strategic Advisor. Build an online presence in social media, create and implement a sales process, and expand the plan to new markets in Spain and Dubai.
  • Puzzle (2023-2024): Strategic and Marketing Advisor to position the company in Atlanta.
  • ProMujer (2024): Support in creating a Strategic Marketing Plan for Latin America.
  • Postedin (2024): Creating a Strategic Marketing Plan for Chile and Mexico.
  • Grinplus: Fractional Chief Marketing Officer.

Co-Founder & Fractional CMO

Renovus
Montevideo
01.2021 - Current
  • We launched Renovus, a green tech startup. In 2021, and received funding from the National Innovation and Research Agency (ANII).

Chief Growth Officer & VP Of Marketing

Uruit
Montevideo
02.2021 - 07.2023
  • Responsible for growth in the US Market, defining the go-to-market strategy, identifying trends, and leading the company’s full transformation from a software development company into a digital product agency.
  • Represented the organization at industry conferences and events.
  • Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with customers and strategic partners, and positioned the company in the LA product community.
  • Responsible for marketing, media, corporate communications, and crisis management.
  • Co-CEO interim during 2022, overseeing the company's results and culture.

Growth Marketing Manager

Infocorp
Montevideo
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Created company brand messaging, collateral materials, customer events, promotional strategies, and product commercialization.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to use for launches, rebranding campaigns, and promotions.
  • Researched developing trends to stay updated with new ideas and marketing practices.
  • Responsible for internal communications, PR, and media, supporting the People Care team.
  • Used data analytics to track lead generation campaigns and improve quality.
  • Business development for Chile, Peru, and Bolivia.

Founder

Stick Together
Montevideo
01.2017 - 03.2020

The first multi-brand store for field hockey goods in Uruguay.

  • Studied the market to determine the opportunity, optimal pricing of goods, and channels.
  • Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and opportunities for growth.
  • Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies in multiple channels to facilitate business expansion.
  • Responsible for corporate communications, media, and PR.

Country Manager Uruguay

GOintegro
Montevideo
10.2013 - 12.2018
  • Launched the company's operations in Uruguay.
  • Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and significant opportunities for growth.
  • Grew sales and boosted profits, applying proactive management strategies.
  • Met with clients, delivering presentations, and educating them on product and service features and offerings.
  • Helped and advised companies on how to boost their employee engagement, communications, and culture.
  • Attended industry shows, conventions, and other meetings with the primary mission of expanding market opportunities and participated as a speaker.

Chief Operating Officer

Endeavor
Montevideo
12.2009 - 08.2013
  • New client acquisition (entrepreneurs): established continuity in new client acquisition after 2 years with bad results
  • Entrepreneurs Membership Management.
  • Community Building and Brand Positioning.
  • Merge of the two main areas of the organization in 2011 with measurable results.

Education

MBA -

ISEM Fashion Business School (IESE)
Madrid
08-2009

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies

ORT University
Montevideo
12-2006

Skills

  • Entrepreneurial and Innovative
  • Strategic Vision
  • Goal Setting
  • Go-to-market strategy development
  • Marketing Plan Development
  • Strategic Marketing
  • Consulting
  • Team Leadership
  • Negotiation
  • Board Collaboration
  • Project Management
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Stakeholder Relations

Languages

Spanish
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Portuguese
Advanced (C1)
C1

Affiliations

  • Field hockey player until 2023.
  • I love paddle boarding, yoga and reading

Accomplishments

  • 2023 Creativity and Innovation Award by ORT University: recognized for her entrepreneurial spirit, commitment to the environment, gender perspective, and her ongoing collaboration to help others in Uruguay achieve their dreams faster.
  • Finalist at the 2023 Globant Awards Women that Build Edition in the Tech Entrepreneur Category.

Timeline

Founder & CEO

MarketMinds
07.2023 - Current

Chief Growth Officer & VP Of Marketing

Uruit
02.2021 - 07.2023

Co-Founder & Fractional CMO

Renovus
01.2021 - Current

Growth Marketing Manager

Infocorp
01.2019 - 01.2021

Founder

Stick Together
01.2017 - 03.2020

Country Manager Uruguay

GOintegro
10.2013 - 12.2018

Chief Operating Officer

Endeavor
12.2009 - 08.2013

MBA -

ISEM Fashion Business School (IESE)

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies

ORT University
Margarita Mangino