
Stefania Pinotsi
Verified Expert in Marketing
Marketing Expert
Pireas, Piraeus, Greece
Toptal member since September 30, 2024
Stefania is an experienced marketing manager with 11+ years of success executing campaigns and driving results. A dynamic leader known for problem-solving, prioritizing tasks, and delegating effectively to surpass goals, she's skilled in marketing strategies, client-centric initiatives, and brand visibility optimization. Stefania is a strong collaborator who fosters communication and strengthens partner relations to drive company growth and market presence.
Project Highlights
Expertise
- B2B Marketing
- B2C Marketing
- Digital Marketing Strategy
- Google Analytics 4
- Marketing Operations
- Marketing Strategy
- Search Engine Marketing (SEM)
- Social Media Marketing (SMM)
Work Experience
Marketing Director and Co-founder
L & A Yachting
- Led digital marketing initiatives, focusing on strategic direction to drive innovative campaigns, enhance online presence, engage target audiences, and generate high-quality leads.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies that increased brand awareness and customer engagement through SEO, SEM, social media, and PPC campaigns, resulting in a 30% boost in online visibility.
- Provided strategic direction aligned with business objectives and market trends, ensuring initiatives were relevant and impactful.
- Analyzed data and insights to optimize campaign performance, leading to a 25% increase in conversion rates.
- Oversaw the planning, budgeting, and execution of digital marketing campaigns, consistently delivering projects within budget and timelines.
- Collaborated with creative teams to produce compelling marketing materials that resonated with target audiences, enhancing brand messaging.
Account Manager and Strategist
Oney Studio
- Enhanced efficiency, fostered client satisfaction, and drove overall company growth.
- Optimized internal processes, ensured seamless client communication, and provided strategic direction for clients' paid media activities.
- Collaborated with clients to tailor paid media strategies aligned with their marketing goals.
- Implemented strategies with the paid media team to optimize campaign performance, achieving a 25% improvement in key performance metrics.
- Developed and implemented streamlined internal processes that improved operational efficiency.
- Refined workflows continuously to align with company goals, enhancing team performance and productivity.
- Served as the primary client contact, ensuring timely solutions that consistently met or exceeded expectations.
- Fostered strong client relationships through transparent communication and proactive problem-solving, contributing to a 40% increase in client retention rates.
General Manager and Owner
Royo
- Oversaw most operations for the entire chain, ensuring all stores ran smoothly and effectively while managing a team of 35 people.
- Created and implemented business and marketing strategies that increased sales by 20% and enhanced profitability.
- Developed a new brand identity and product range that launched successfully.
- Formulated crisis management and business recovery strategies that successfully mitigated risks and ensured continuity.
- Hired, trained, and mentored staff, resulting in a 30% improvement in employee retention rates.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining a safe working environment across all locations.
- Managed daily store administration for all sites in collaboration with store managers and pastry chefs, improving operational efficiency by 25%.
- Cultivated relationships with existing and new suppliers, increasing profitability by negotiating better terms and prices.
Marketing Manager
Supercruises
- Collaborated with senior executives and partners to develop the brand's go-to-market marketing strategy.
- Managed the development team to launch the innovative platform successfully.
- Planned and executed the website launch across all media channels.
- Developed and executed the content strategy for the website.
- Set budgets and timelines for various activities, achieving project milestones consistently under budget.
- Closed deals with 3rd-party suppliers, negotiating contracts that saved the company 20% in operational costs.
- Designed and implemented internal processes that improved team efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with all legal requirements and industry standards.
- Oversaw the GDPR compliance process, ensuring all practices met regulatory requirements and minimized risk.
Team Leader and Senior Account Manager
Climb Online
- Managed the agency's key accounts, contributing to a 30% increase in client retention rates.
- Served as the agency point of contact for key partners like Google and Yahoo, facilitating partnerships that enhanced service offerings.
- Focused on increasing revenue for clients and Climb Online, achieving a 15% rise in overall income within one year.
- Developed strategic marketing plans for clients, leading to an average campaign ROI of 350%.
- Created and implemented processes to enhance collaboration between internal teams and clients, improving project turnaround times.
- Mentored and trained new hires, contributing to a reduction in onboarding time.
Creative Strategist
Yahoo! UK Ltd
- Enhanced client performance on Yahoo and Bing platforms while driving incremental revenue as part of a specialized team in the sales organization.
- Launched a highly successful email marketing campaign promoting Yahoo's native platform across Europe, resulting in a 40% increase in engagement rates.
- Surpassed revenue goals by increasing influenced revenue by 5% over three months, contributing significantly to overall sales growth.
- Initiated collaboration with an R&D team to enhance Yahoo's native platform, leading to improvements that boosted client satisfaction scores.
Marketing Manager
Freedom Marketing Ltd
- Executed SEO strategies that improved organic search traffic by 35%.
- Managed the day-to-day operations of paid search, display, social media, and email marketing campaigns, increasing overall campaign performance.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive content strategy.
- Led the implementation of Yahoo Gemini, becoming the first advertiser to launch in the UK with an impressive 600% ROI.
- Achieved profitability by enhancing PPC efficiency, increasing conversions, and reducing total costs by 60%.
Project History
Digital Marketing Strategy for Local Boat Tour Operator
Achieved a 20% increase in online bookings and a 15% boost in website traffic within six months through a tailored multi-platform paid media strategy.
On Meta, I created a strategy centered around driving local awareness and booking urgency. Top-funnel campaigns using geo-targeted awareness ads reached tourists within a certain radius of the location, while mid-funnel video ads highlighted the experience, showcasing scenic views and unique offerings. Remarketing ads targeting users who visited the website but didn’t book contributed to 25% of the total conversions, driving a 20% overall increase in bookings.
By focusing on seasonal campaigns and location-specific targeting, the business saw consistent growth in both bookings and awareness.
Paid Media Strategy for Dental Clinic in the UK
Generated a 30% increase in appointment bookings and a 12% higher patient retention rate within five months through targeted paid media campaigns.
On Meta, I leveraged lookalike audiences based on previous patients and used carousel ads to showcase patient testimonials and the clinic’s state-of-the-art equipment. I implemented top-funnel campaigns aimed at raising awareness in the local area, leading to a 20% increase in traffic. Additionally, retargeting ads focused on driving appointments from interested patients resulted in a 15% increase in conversions.
Through localized targeting and a focus on customer loyalty, the clinic experienced both an uptick in new patient bookings and higher retention among existing clients.
Paid Media Strategy for Electronics Retailer
Achieved a 25% increase in online sales and a 22% improvement in ROAS within four months through platform-specific optimizations.
On Meta, I focused on reaching tech enthusiasts and early adopters. I ran top-funnel brand awareness campaigns using interest-based targeting focused on electronics and gaming, leading to a 15% increase in website visits. For mid-funnel, I used carousel ads to showcase popular product categories like TVs and headphones. Remarketing ads targeting website visitors who abandoned their cart led to an 18% increase in conversion rates.
The strategy allowed the retailer to efficiently reach and convert high-intent buyers while driving both short- and long-term growth.
Paid Media Strategy for Luxury Real Estate Rentals in Greece
Increased booking volume by 25% and improved average booking value by 18% within six months through optimized targeting and creative strategies.
On Meta, I ran top-funnel campaigns using interest-based targeting, focusing on luxury travel and vacation experiences, which resulted in a 12% increase in brand awareness. For mid-funnel, I employed carousel ads featuring high-quality images of the properties. Bottom-funnel retargeting ads focused on users who had shown interest in specific properties and successfully converted 18% of these users into bookings.
The result was a steady increase in both booking volume and revenue, positioning the business as a premium destination for luxury travelers.
Paid Media Strategy for Health and Wellness Brand
Achieved a 35% increase in online sales and a 25% improvement in customer retention within six months through targeted ads and creative optimization.
On Meta, I optimized top-funnel campaigns using interest-based targeting around health and wellness, which increased traffic by 22%. Mid-funnel carousel ads highlighted product benefits, and retargeting ads for users who had interacted with the website or added products to their cart helped convert 18% of those visitors into paying customers.
By creating tailored ads for both new and returning customers, the brand saw significant growth in both sales and customer loyalty.
Paid Media Strategy for Tech Startup in the Automotive Industry
Boosted website traffic by 40% and achieved a 30% increase in qualified leads through targeted ads across Google and Meta Ads.
On Meta, I used lookalike audiences based on previous website visitors and engaged users through top-funnel campaigns. Mid-funnel video ads demonstrated the ease of using the platform while retargeting ads focused on users who had interacted with the website, contributing to 30% of lead conversions.
Through highly targeted, creative campaigns, the startup was able to increase both awareness and lead generation, driving a substantial increase in website traffic.
Education
Master's Degree in Marketing Strategy
Warwick Business School - United Kingdom
Associate Degree in Psychology
American College of Greece - Greece
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration
American College of Greece - Greece
Certifications
Google Analytics Certfication
Google Ads Certification
Digital Marketing Certification
Google Squared
Skills
Core
Google Ads, Facebook Marketing, Instagram Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, B2C Marketing, Digital Marketing, Digital Marketing Strategy, Digital Marketing Best Practices, Campaign Management, Organic Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Google Paid Ads, Facebook Ads, Marketing Operations, Social Media Marketing (SMM), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), Pay-per-Click (PPC), Performance Marketing, Inbound Marketing, Paid Advertising, Lead Generation, Marketing Analytics, Media Buying, Branding, Content Strategy, Marketing Budgeting, Google Tag Manager, Content Marketing Strategy, Content, SEO Content, YouTube Ads, Marketing Mix, Email Marketing, Email Marketing Automation, Local SEO, SEO Tools, Display Advertising, Google SEO, AI Marketing, Social Media, Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO), Ads
Platforms & Tools
Google Analytics 4, Google My Business, Google Ads Editor, Bing Ads, Instagram Ads, Facebook Ads Manager, Microsoft 365, Looker Studio, Google Analytics, Google Data Studio, Asana, Meta Platform, HubSpot, Canva
Business Models
B2B
Technical
Google Search Console
Other
Meta Ads, Google Keyword Planner, Remarketing, Paid Search, Slack, Digital Branding, Ad Optimization, Campaign Optimization, Paid Media, Customer Acquisition, B2B Marketing, Business Strategy, Web Analytics, Launch Strategy, Web Content, Organizational Structure, Brand Building, Project Management, Facebook Pixel, Yahoo Ads, Buffer, Operations, Multi-channel, B2B Lead Generation, Accounting, Business Law, Psychology, IT Project Management, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Press Releases, Boot Camp, Email Marketing Strategy, Product Development, New Product Development, Crisis Management, Hiring, Retail Training, Administration, Contract Negotiation, SEO with AI, WordPress, Sales Operations, Business Operations, GoHighLevel, CallRail, Salesforce, Notion, Figma, Business Administration, Digital Agencies, Digital Media, Advertising, Reporting, Marketing Reports, Advertising Copy
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