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Rana Zarour

North Hollywood,CA

Summary

Experienced and impressionable Account Executive with more than eight years of experience in a fast-paced commercial advertising market. A proven history of securing new business and fostering relationships with prospects quickly to transition leads into sales in very short time frames. Excellent at assessing client needs and requirements to customize marketing campaigns perfectly aligned with company culture and vision. Holding a Master’s Programme in Strategic Marketing Management via the American University of Beirut.

Overview

10
years of professional experience
1
Certificate

Work History

Lebanese American Foundation
Los Angeles, CA

Marketing and Business Development Executive
03.2022 - Current

Job overview

New market territories increased by an average of 25% in the last 12 months (grew organic traffic by 78% in 12 months).

  • Assisted senior manager in developing annual marketing plans and implemented marketing strategies to increase exposure and engagement.
  • Project management of marketing initiatives such as developing and tracking schedules, compiling budgets, and implementing quality control reviews.
  • Created marketing strategies, themes, and messaging aligned with the employer's brand.
  • Analyzed via a SWOT analysis, the client pools, and industry opportunities to target marketing activities onto areas that will realize the best ROI.

Brentonway
Los Angeles, CA

Digital Marketing Executive
06.2021 - 11.2023

Job overview

  • Managed marketing budget allocation and optimized spending to maximize ROI across various channels.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create compelling content for websites, blogs, and email marketing campaigns, resulting in a 35% increase in lead generation.
  • Monitored campaign performance using analytics tools, providing actionable insights and making data-driven recommendations for optimization.
  • Led market research initiatives to identify customer needs, preferences, and trends, informing product development and marketing strategies.

The Channel MENA
UAE

Account Executive
05.2020 - 05.2021

Job overview

Enhanced open rate for online customer campaigns by 32% and developed four additional market territories during the last 10 months.

  • Led a team of 10 marketing professionals, overseeing the development and execution of integrated marketing campaigns that resulted in a 30% increase in annual revenue.
  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive digital marketing strategy, including SEO, PPC, and social media advertising, resulting in a 50% increase in website traffic and a 20% improvement in conversion rates.
  • Directed brand management efforts, including brand positioning, messaging, and visual identity, resulting in a 25% increase in brand recognition and customer loyalty.
  • Conducted market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends and consumer insights, facilitating the development of targeted marketing initiatives.
  • Oversaw the successful launch of new product lines, achieving a 40% increase in market share within the first year.

Addmind Hospitality
Beirut, Lebanon

Marketing Manager
08.2018 - 08.2020

Job overview

Executed a Facebook-based marketing program which resulted in a 28% increase in leads, 30% new subscribers to weekly blog 20K unique email addresses.

  • Executed and managed annual marketing exchanges for the company and its partner clients.
  • Instrumental in creating loyalty contests and sweepstakes to increase the customer membership base.
  • Approved budgets for the local and regional marketing departments as related to consumer events, ongoing consumer, and business-to-business marketing.
  • Researched and coordinated multiple marketing projects simultaneously Daily collaboration with legal, sales, tech, PR, social media, and editorial teams.
  • Reported to National Marketing Manager regarding market analytics, consumer territories, employer brand perception, and industry trends.

Solicet Events
Beirut, Lebanon

Marketing Executive
06.2013 - 08.2018

Job overview

Developed and executed innovative social media campaigns, increasing brand awareness and engagement by 60%.

  • Established effective working relationships with sales managers and agency team leaders to facilitate appropriate sales enablement of products and services according to market demand.
  • Provided feedback into product development stages to sales and distribution teams.
  • Coordinated product launches and roadshow demonstrations.
  • Developed, established, and maintained marketing strategies to meet organizational objectives.
  • Effectively managed the marketing, advertising, and promotional activities of the organization.
  • Created case studies based on client testimonials.
  • Created marketing campaigns across multiple channels.
  • Responsible for all aspects of projects, meeting deadlines, time management, contingency planning, approval channels, and procedures, budgeting, campaign analysis, and tracking and monitoring procedures.

Education

American University of Beirut

Diploma from Strategic Management
05.2021

University Overview

University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA

Masters from HACCP & Food Safety Management System
01.2012

University Overview

Notre Dame University
Beirut, Lebanon

BBA from Business Management, Hospitality and Tourism Management
06.2010

University Overview

Certification

  • The Fundamentals of Digital Marketing- Google Digital Garage (2022)
  • SEO Management Certification (2022)
  • Google Analytics Individual Qualifications (2021)
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Timeline

Marketing and Business Development Executive
Lebanese American Foundation
03.2022 - Current
Digital Marketing Executive
Brentonway
06.2021 - 11.2023
Account Executive
The Channel MENA
05.2020 - 05.2021
Marketing Manager
Addmind Hospitality
08.2018 - 08.2020
Marketing Executive
Solicet Events
06.2013 - 08.2018
American University of Beirut
Diploma from Strategic Management
University of Southern California
Masters from HACCP & Food Safety Management System
Notre Dame University
BBA from Business Management, Hospitality and Tourism Management
Rana Zarour