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Work History
Education
Skills
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Awards
Volunteer Experience
Software
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Ernesto Alegrett

Ernesto Alegrett

Country Manager

Summary

Results-driven country manager and entrepreneur with a successful background in online marketplaces, marketing, operations, and sales, adept at tailoring business models to local contexts. Key accomplishments include the launch of a digital Influencer Marketing agency, yielding US $600K in revenue within the inaugural year, and co-founding a successful family real estate business. Demonstrated ability to slash operating costs in online marketplaces by 200K Euros through the implementation of machine learning solution. Proven experience in guiding local and international company launches, team recruitment, and securing top marketplace positions. Excited to apply my expertise in P&L ownership, team leadership, and strategic initiatives to drive success for Blueground's Mexico City business

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Founder/General Manager

Triburbana Digital
12.2019 - Current
  • Launched a boutique Influencer Marketing agency catering to medium and large brands, generating over $600K in revenue within the first year.
  • Established and cultivated solid business relationships with large corporations and brands such as Megacable, Diageo, Carter's, Universal and other local SMB's.
  • Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.

Co-Founder/Investor

Encuentra7.mx
11.2019 - Current
  • Co-founded a successful family real estate business in Mexico City that manages 6 agents and 400+ premium properties.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.

CEO/Country Manager Corotos.com.do

Adevinta (formerly Schibsted)
11.2015 - 08.2019
  • Guided 2016 company launch to recruit 40 employees
  • Amplified company revenue by 200% in first year, achieving top marketplace position in the Dominican Republic
  • Dramatically boosted ad sales by 550% to 600K Euro in 3 years, propelling company to break even
  • Transformed business operations and saved 200K Euro per year by implementing a local Customer Support and Editorial team that utilized early models of AI, Machine Learning and Image Recognition.
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.

Chief Marketing Officer Segundamano.mx

Adevinta (formerly Schibsted)
10.2013 - 08.2016
  • Transformed Segundamano.mx from a 5% Top of Mind brand in Q3 2013 to a leading 16% Top of Mind brand in Q1 2015, driving over 300% growth in brand recognition
  • Boosted key engagement metrics by 3X in 12 months by strategically hiring & managing a high-performing digital marketing team.
  • Oversaw development of traditional and social media marketing campaigns to drive sales and customer engagement. Earned an EFFIE award for this achievement.
  • Negotiated advertising and commercial sponsorship contracts to save over 800K euros in a year.
  • Oversaw account budgets, internal billings and monthly P&L to achieve financial goals.

Director of Marketing Communications

Iusacell (now AT&T Mexico)
11.2009 - 09.2013
  • Directed Apple negotiations with Iusacell, spearheaded Intone 4 and Intone 5 launch in Mexico, achieved record-breaking sales
  • Implemented a social media/internet strategy for the group which took twitter followers from 3,000 to 99,520 and Facebook fans from 8,000 to 280,146 placing Iusacell as the #3 socially devoted responsive brand in Mexico according to Social Bakers.
  • Coordinated effective placements of media announcements, billboards and print ads for maximum effectiveness and exposure.

Business & Marketing Manager

Monsanto (now Bayer)
03.2007 - 10.2009
  • Introduced new marketing initiatives that resulted in a 3-point market share increase against DuPont's Pioneer brand, generating increase in revenue
  • Managed and directed a team of 12 Regional Field Engineers as Sales/Marketing Representatives and 1 Marketing Assistant, resulting in exceeded sales objectives and improved customer satisfaction.
  • Communicated with customers and vendors positively with particular attention to problem resolution.
  • Researched industry and marketplace trends to enhance sales techniques and meet customer needs.
  • Developed initial sales roadmaps and market strategies to promote successful product launches.

Senior Brand Manager Johnnie Walker

Diageo
04.2003 - 02.2007
  • Boosted JW Black and JW Red Label sales by 51% and 32%, respectively, by developing and executing 5 successful off-trade promotions
  • Led cross-functional teams to partner with major companies, Mercedes-Benz and Sony, to develop a promotional initiative that attracted over 100K unique website visits and resulted in a 25% increase in sales.
  • Monitored and evaluated marketing and advertising campaigns to support brand consistency and engagement.

Trainee, Brand Manager, Group Marketing Manager

Nestle, Kimberly Clark, Pepsico
01.1995 - 02.2003

Held various roles managing world class brands such as Band-Aid, Huggies and Gatorade in Venezuela.

Education

Bachelor in Business Administration -

Universidade De Brasília
01.1990 - 12.1994

Specialist/Post Graduate - Marketing Management

Universidad Metropilitana
Venezuela
05.1995 - 12.1997

Skills

Strategic Initiatives/Thinking

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Awards

  • EFFIE Awards Gold and Bronze Segundamano.mx, EFFIE, 07/2014
  • Marketing Excellence Award #1 Global, Monsanto, 11/2008

Volunteer Experience

  • Helping Hands Medical Missions
  • Lázaro México
  • Saciando al Pobre A.C.
  • Santa en Las Calles

Software

Google Analytics/Ads

Microsoft Office

Meta Advertising Platforms

Trello

Amplitude

Interests

Technology

Mountain Bike

Charity Causes

Timeline

Founder/General Manager

Triburbana Digital
12.2019 - Current

Co-Founder/Investor

Encuentra7.mx
11.2019 - Current

CEO/Country Manager Corotos.com.do

Adevinta (formerly Schibsted)
11.2015 - 08.2019

Chief Marketing Officer Segundamano.mx

Adevinta (formerly Schibsted)
10.2013 - 08.2016

Director of Marketing Communications

Iusacell (now AT&T Mexico)
11.2009 - 09.2013

Business & Marketing Manager

Monsanto (now Bayer)
03.2007 - 10.2009

Senior Brand Manager Johnnie Walker

Diageo
04.2003 - 02.2007

Specialist/Post Graduate - Marketing Management

Universidad Metropilitana
05.1995 - 12.1997

Trainee, Brand Manager, Group Marketing Manager

Nestle, Kimberly Clark, Pepsico
01.1995 - 02.2003

Bachelor in Business Administration -

Universidade De Brasília
01.1990 - 12.1994
Ernesto AlegrettCountry Manager