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Mercedes Cardenas Diez

Mexico City

Summary

Marketing & Licensing professional with over 6 years of experience in brand management, licensing, and go-to-market strategies for global entertainment brands. Proven track record in developing high-impact consumer products, driving retail expansion, and increasing licensing revenue. Expertise in P&L oversight, cross-functional leadership, and strategic marketing to maximize brand performance across LATAM.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Marketing Promotion (Cinema Channel)

PING SOLUTIONS
Mexico City
03.2024 - 12.2024
  • Led the development of 300+ licensed promotional products for the cinema channel, ensuring alignment with IP guidelines and brand compliance for Disney, Universal, Warner, and Paramount.
  • Drove a 200% sales growth in South America by optimizing product placement, approval processes, and franchise integration strategies.
  • Managed the licensing approval pipeline, reducing turnaround times by 30% and ensuring timely approvals from major studios.
  • Secured the 2025 production pipeline 6 months in advance, improving manufacturing and distribution efficiency.

Marketing and Communication Specialist

CHEVEZ RUIZ ZAMARRIPA
Mexico City
06.2022 - 06.2022
  • Developed and executed 360° brand marketing strategies, increasing brand equity and customer engagement by 20% across five international markets (Mexico, Spain, USA, etc.).
  • Led PR campaigns that strengthened brand reputation and improved media coverage by 30%.
  • Adapted marketing strategies for different regions, ensuring localized consumer engagement.

Design and Communication Coordinator

Santamarina Steta
Mexico City
01.2020 - 06.2022
  • Designed and launched the corporate website and social media channels, boosting brand awareness by 200%and increasing engagement metrics.
  • Implemented innovative marketing campaigns that led to a 35% increase in client acquisition within one year.
  • Oversaw the company's brand management and implemented communication strategies, ensuring consistent messaging and visual identity across all channels while enhancing collaboration between internal and external teams

Education

Master of Arts - Advertising

Miami Ad School
Mexico City
12-2023

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Universidad Anahuac
Mexico City
12-2018

Skills

  • Brand Management
  • Consumer Product Strategy
  • Retail & E-commerce Growth
  • P&L Management & Budgeting
  • Stakeholder & Licensee Negotiation
  • Marketing & Product Innovation
  • Project Managemen
  • Organization

Languages

Spanish
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

Timeline

Senior Marketing Promotion (Cinema Channel)

PING SOLUTIONS
03.2024 - 12.2024

Marketing and Communication Specialist

CHEVEZ RUIZ ZAMARRIPA
06.2022 - 06.2022

Design and Communication Coordinator

Santamarina Steta
01.2020 - 06.2022

Master of Arts - Advertising

Miami Ad School

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Universidad Anahuac
Mercedes Cardenas Diez