Ashley R. Email & Phone Number

I’ve spent the last 4+ years working with some of the industry’s biggest companies and influential change agents. Today, I am an achieved Communications Professional with experience in media project coordination and management, showcasing a strong record of analytical prowess. My experience has allowed me to develop strong business acumen and organizational strategies that strengthen client relations, communications development, and operational procedures.My expertise extends from the corporate realm to freelance culture. During my time in the corporate sphere as a Marketing Associate at Kara, I oversaw Kara’s marketing operations to amplify brand impact and reach through earned media, experiential marketing, and influencer collaboration. I helped develop Kara’s digital and social storytelling ideologies through both evergreen and timely campaigns in collaboration with the Brand and Sales team. My efforts resulted in a +60% global brand increase within two (2) months of implementation, which manifested into a fiscal increase of $25K+ in Q’4 Y’19. In the freelance sphere, I managed a leading social media channel (Instagram: @skincarediaries_) and blog (vicsvanity.com), Vic’s Vanity, in driving brand awareness by +200% in three (3) months. Furthermore aiding them in exploring new avenues to strengthen operations, such as implementing influencer marketing, paid global brand partnerships, and Search Engine Optimization strategies across 20+ blog posts. Within five (5) months of managing the brand, the page saw an organic follower increase of 10K+ global users and recognition from leading brands such as Glossier, Caudalie, and Drunk Elephant.I enjoy generating new ideas and devising feasible solutions to broadly relevant problems, especially in communications and marketing. My colleagues and employers describe me as a persuasive, venturesome individual who maintains a confident and proactive attitude when faced with adversity.Please feel free to contact me at ashleyaraphael@gmail.com as I welcome the opportunity to connect and discuss how my experience and background may be requested for any speaking opportunities and/or unique business needs.Core Competencies:- Audience Analysis & Development- Event Planning & Communications Management- Communications Project Coordination & Management

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