Gabe Velenosi

I'm a strategic marketer with a successful track record in executing global campaigns. My experience in event planning in well versed and my experiential marketing skills helps drive sales and meet client objectives. I am proficient in leading communication tactics, campaigns, and guiding content strategy. Furthermore, I am able to present strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tell authentic stories. People I've worked with describe me as an enthusiastic team player, where I am always committed to fostering diverse relationships in the workplace. 
 

Marketing and Communications Manager Mar 2022 - Mar 2024 Certn

• Lead cross-functional project meetings driving global campaigns 
• Collaborated with customer success and sales teams on upselling, generating over $130k in revenue
• Curated monthly newsletters through Hubspot, consistently achieving open rates above 30% on average 
• Spearheaded PR campaigns, one resulting in a 470% increase in page views and a 651% increase in users
• Developed and executed engaging communication strategies across digital channels and brands
  Managed PR and social media strategies across multiple global channels to increase conversion rates
  
  Content Marketing and Social Media Specialist Oct 2020 - Mar 2022 Certn
• Social media channel management, including content development, engagement, and growth strategies 
• Directed a video social media campaign, achieving 40k+ cumulative social impressions 
• Executed thoughtful social media strategies, resulting in a 520% increase in followers across 4 channels
• Analyzed social media metrics and optimized content to increase engagement, reach, and conversion
• Coordinated content planning, scheduling, and posting across 5 platforms for 4 distinct brands 
  
  Marketing Analyst – International Marketing 2020 Ministry of Jobs, Economic Development and Competitiveness
• Developed compelling blog posts for the BC Trade and Invest website to drive web engagement 
• Crafted impactful social media content, assets, and strategies across multiple channels 
• Conducted thorough research on BC's investment profiles for stakeholders to inform strategic decisions

Real Estate Trading Services Licensing Course - Feb 2024 - Present | University of British Columbia - Sauder Real Estate Division 

Bachelor of Commerce 2015 – 2020 | University of Victoria 

• International Marketing – learned how to market to a global audience through social platforms
• Leading People in Organizations – learned about different forms of leadership and company culture
• International Business – learned about different markets, globalization and globalism