
Kristine Joh
Verified Expert in Marketing
Marketing Expert
Seoul, South Korea
Toptal member since March 19, 2025
Kristine is a product marketing manager with three years of experience in the martech B2B SaaS domain. Through her expertise in marketing and localization, she has introduced US stock market-listed products to the Korean market. As the first marketing hire at a fast-growing startup, Kristine built strategies from the ground up. With skills in partnerships and content creation, a keen eye for visuals and UX, and front-end development experience, she is committed to delivering real value to users.
Project Highlights
Expertise
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Google Analytics
- Localization
- Marketing
- Paid Advertising
- Partnerships
- Project Management
Work Experience
Product Marketing Manager
AB180
- Executed marketing campaigns for B2B SaaS products, generating 4,500+ sales leads annually through performance marketing efforts.
- Published 11 playbooks, conducted 13 customer interviews, and hosted 15 webinars to drive audience engagement.
- Boosted organic traffic and brand visibility, leading to a 5,900% increase in weekly newsletter subscribers through SEO-optimized blog content.
- Coordinated with an external marketing agency, speakers, and sponsors for the Modern Growth Stack Conference, driving a successful in-person event with 1,500+ attendees in 2022.
Project History
Korean Market Expansion for Amplitude and Braze
Drove the localization and marketing strategy for Amplitude and Braze, increasing their Korean market presence through organic content and paid campaigns.
As a product marketing manager at AB180, I spearheaded the expansion of Amplitude and Braze into the Korean market, targeting marketing and product decision-makers. I developed a comprehensive strategy that included creating organic educational content, such as SEO-optimized blog posts and playbooks, to build brand awareness. Additionally, I executed targeted paid ad campaigns using Google Ads and Meta Ads. My localization and translation efforts ensured that all content resonated with Korean audiences. This project also involved hosting webinars to engage potential clients.
Modern Growth Stack Conference (2022)
https://www.moderngrowthstack.com/Organized the Modern Growth Stack Conference 2022, driving a successful in-person event with 1,500+ attendees.
I spearheaded the planning and execution of the Modern Growth Stack Conference 2022, a key event for AB180 and 10+ sponsor companies to showcase their products and growth strategies in the marketing technology space. My role involved coordinating with external marketing agencies, securing high-profile speakers, and managing sponsors to ensure a seamless event. I also developed a multichannel marketing campaign, leveraging email marketing, social media, and paid ads to drive attendance. Additionally, I collaborated with designers to create a visually appealing and user-friendly event experience, and my content creation skills helped produce engaging promotional materials and post-event content to extend the event’s impact.
Driving Organic Engagement
https://blog.ab180.co/team-members/hyejin-johCreated and launched a strategic long-form content initiative, which included 12 webinars, eight blog posts, and six client interviews, driving a significant increase in brand visibility.
I directed a long-form content initiative designed to drive organic engagement and establish thought leadership. Collaborating closely with sales, customer success, and product teams, I developed a series of in-depth webinars, insightful blog posts, and compelling client interviews that resonated with the audience.
My role involved end-to-end coordination, ensuring seamless execution, maintaining content quality, and fostering strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders to secure valuable contributions.
This initiative boosted audience engagement and positioned the company’s brand as a trusted industry leader.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Global Business Administration
Sungkyunkwan University - Seoul, South Korea
Skills
Core
Marketing, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Paid Advertising, Social Media Marketing (SMM), Content Marketing, Email Marketing, Lead Generation, Sales Analysis, A/B Testing, Landing Pages, Google Ads, Social Media
Platforms & Tools
Google Analytics, Canva, Amplitude, Braze, Content Management Systems (CMS)
Technical
Web3
Other
Business Operations, Project Management, B2B Marketing, B2B Lead Generation, Blog Posting, Webinars, Partnerships, Landing Page Optimization, Coordination, Localization, Networking, Interviewing, Meta Ads, Marketing ROI Optimization, Paid Acquisition, Event Planning, Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, Data Analytics (Marketing), Organic Content Marketing, Content Writing, In-depth Interviews, Translation, Communication, Cross-functional Collaboration, Sponsorship, Logistics, Conference & Event Production, Strategic Planning & Execution, Thought Leadership, Storytelling, Relationship Building
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