Samantha Lock Castilla Email and Phone Number
Senior business development and strategy executive, bilingual and master’s in business management and administration. Experience in corporate consulting, leading projects of strategic direction and alignment, commercial effectiveness and innovation, in companies of education, NGOs, HORECA, logistics and transportation, construction, hydrocarbons, among others; added to more than 20 years in the area of integral marketing, in companies of mass consumption, developing a global vision of business, to support organizations to compete in today's world, from the search for new business opportunities and innovation, the definition and materialization of strategies and leadership of multidisciplinary teams.Areas of Expertise: Strategic planning and alignment - Marketing; brand building, advertising, media, analytics - Customer Experience - Innovation - Leadership of highly complex projects - Team leadership.
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Gerente Desarrollo De NegocioMultiplika S.A.SBogotá, Co -
Partner & Senior ConsultantAumentia Consultoría Sep 2018 - PresentBogotá D.C. Area, ColombiaLead consulting processes, supporting management teams in the definition of corporate, marketing, commercial and innovation strategies to achieve organizational objectives, with a strong focus on data, market analysis and insights, agile methodologies, and knowledge transfer. Lead diverse teams transforming their strategic capabilities, fostering innovation, and driving change.• Led the development of marketing, customer experience and commercial strategy for CENIT, Ática, Solerium, CEMPRE and SELF, Anava, which enabled profitable and sustainable growth, aligned with corporate objectives.• Supported the commercial and HR department of Vertiv (technology company) in the internal communication strategy of the business change from inside sales to distributor sales.• Guided the development of the corporate strategy 2023-2025 for Procables (Prysmian Group) and Progen (Agribusiness).• Developed and implemented proprietary models and methodologies for Aumentia's different services. -
Partner & General Manager FranchiseFranquicias Todo Para Sus Pies Jul 2016 - Aug 2018Bogotá D.C. Area, ColombiaResponsible for managing the acquisition process, start-up, and daily operation of the Mexican franchise “Todo para sus Pies” in Colombia. Responsible for the general management of the franchise, ensuring the processes of importation, administration, human talent, and customer service.• I positioned the franchise in Bogota as the best medical alternative for foot care.• I managed the opening of two service points during my tenure. -
Sr. Marketing Manager – Latin Center Business Unit (Lcbu)The Coca-Cola Company Mar 2014 - Jan 2016Latin CentroResponsible for the development of the strategy for the growth of Coca-Cola brand consumption in the home meal occasion, adapting global plans to the needs of LCBU countries (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela, Central America, and the Caribbean). Managed $2 million USD budget for marketing and advertising.• Developed annual business plan for the category in the region, business equivalent to 70% of Coca-Cola brand sales, with 8% growth during 2015 vs. 2014.• I led local marketing teams, regional cross-functional teams, and agencies for the implementation of the strategy.• I led the 2015 Christmas campaign for the LCBU region. -
Marketing Manager Coca-Cola Tm – LcbuThe Coca-Cola Company Jun 2013 - Mar 2014ColombiaResponsible for the development of the Coca-Cola brand's teen-targeting strategy in the LCBU region (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela, Central America, and the Caribbean). Managed $4 million USD budget.• I led and implemented the first digital co-creation and content strategy that Coca-Cola had, resulting in the strengthening of the link between teenagers and the brand.• Developed the business plan for the teenage segment, a business equivalent to 30% of Coca-Cola brand sales in the region.• I supported the implementation of the plan in the region, leading the brand to grow 5% during 2014 vs. 2013. -
Brand Manager Water Category – LcbuThe Coca-Cola Company Dec 2009 - Jun 2013ColombiaResponsible for the positioning of the water brands for the region, integrating the strategy under the global water guidelines. Lead for Latin America the brand and communication strategy for the water category that was implemented throughout the geography (2011 -2013).• Localized and implemented the sustainability platform in the region with an increase in sales in Ecuador of +23% and in Colombia of +46%, Costa Rica +6%. -
Brand Manager Juice Category - LcbuThe Coca-Cola Company May 2006 - Dec 2009ColombiaResponsible for the creation of the new juice business, under the Del Valle brand, in LCBU (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela, Central America and Caribbean). Managed $1 million USD annual budget.• Led interdisciplinary groups for the development of the 5-year business plan, production infrastructure needs, brand and sub-brands strategy and product and packaging portfolio, permanently aligning the needs of the consumer, the company, and the bottlers in each country.• Led the marketing strategy and the launch of the new juice category for LCBU.• Positioned the Del Valle brand as market leader or second brand; Colombia SOM (market share) 21% second brand in the market, 1 point behind the leader, Postobon- Hit SOM 22%, Ecuador SOM 41% leader, Costa Rica SOM 13%, El Salvador SOM 21% leader, Panama SOM 11%. -
Marketing DirectorTetra Pak Feb 2002 - Jun 2005Bogotá D.C. Area, ColombiaLeader of the marketing department with focus on identifying market opportunities for the categories of; milk, juices and new products packaged in Tetra Pak long life packaging. Supporting customers with the search for new business opportunities in categories such as oatmeal and milk beverages as well as supporting customers' business development in different channels with joint marketing strategies.• Developed the brand and communication strategy to support the milk category in Tetra Pak packages, educating consumers on the benefits of long-life packaging.• Team of 5 people; 2 Brand Manager and 3 Merchandising people to manage customers and supermarket channels. -
Senior Brand ManagerThe Kraft Heinz Company Jun 2000 - Dec 2001LondresLeader of the development and implementation of the marketing strategy for the "Heinz Organic" brand. Work focus: Positioning and communication strategy, market research, organic product portfolio development, relationship with manufacturing partners and leadership of interdisciplinary groups. -
Brand ManagerAlpina Jun 1997 - Sep 1999Bogotá D.C. Area, Colombia
Samantha Lock Castilla Skills
Samantha Lock Castilla Education Details
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Master Of Business Administration - Mba -
Executive Development Program -
Advanced Program For Management Development
Frequently Asked Questions about Samantha Lock Castilla
What company does Samantha Lock Castilla work for?
Samantha Lock Castilla works for Multiplika S.a.s
What is Samantha Lock Castilla's role at the current company?
Samantha Lock Castilla's current role is Gerente Desarrollo de Negocio.
What schools did Samantha Lock Castilla attend?
Samantha Lock Castilla attended Richmond, The American International University In London, Inalde Business School, Incae Business School, Cesa.
What skills is Samantha Lock Castilla known for?
Samantha Lock Castilla has skills like Business Administration, Marketing Strategy, Team Leadership, Market Research.
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