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Education
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MELANIA ALBANESE

Www.linkedin.com/in/melania-al
Dublin

Summary

Dynamic marketing and sales professional with over 18 years of experience in enhancing customer success and operational efficiency. Expertise in brand strategy development, program management, and fostering strong customer relationships. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and implement effective training programs for global organizations. Bilingual in English and Italian, supported by a solid educational foundation in marketing and business communication.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sabbatical Year

Ireland
Dublin
05.2023 - Current

Personal sabbatical year took in which I worked as freelance in the following fields:
Digital Marketing ● Tourism ● Event Organization

Enterprise Account Director

Broadcom Software
Dublin
09.2022 - 03.2023
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction and loyalty through optimized customer experiences
  • Developed and implemented solutions-oriented strategies with regional partners to drive upselling
  • Demonstrated strong account management skills, ensuring long-term account viability
  • Led cross-functional teams to execute marketing initiatives, maintaining brand consistency across all channels
  • Maximized product renewals and adoption rates, ensuring continued customer satisfaction

Senior Account Executive

Indeed
Dublin
01.2020 - 08.2022
  • Managed key accounts, consistently achieving sales targets and delivering exceptional customer service
  • Mentored and supported new hires, showcasing advanced sales and business skills
  • Assisted senior management in projects, improving processes, and sharing successful business cases

Account Executive

Indeed
Dublin
03.2018 - 01.2020
  • Sold PPC advertising services to SMBs and large enterprises, driving revenue growth
  • Developed strong relationships and conducted product demonstrations
  • Assisted in the development and execution of brand strategies

Team Leader - Project Manager

Cognizant for Facebook
Dublin
11.2016 - 03.2018
  • Successfully launched, tested, and transitioned a brand new Facebook Community Help Support project from beta to full worldwide implementation
  • Managed and led a diverse international team of analysts, in four different countries, promoting collaboration, and driving project success
  • Designed and developed comprehensive training programs for multiple teams, ensuring high performance and efficiency
  • Mobilized cross-functional teams, facilitated training, and identified development needs to enhance talent

Ad Operations Analyst

Cognizant for Facebook
Dublin
06.2015 - 11.2016
  • Led the setup and execution of advertising campaigns for top brand and agency partners on Facebook
  • Managed all aspects of campaign management, optimization, and reporting

Google Ads Campaign Manager

Arvato for Google
Dublin
08.2014 - 06.2015
  • Analyzed account performances and provided marketing feedback to help clients achieve ROI goals
  • Supported publishers in creating campaigns and coached new hires

Education

Bachelor Degree - Marketing and Business Communication

Università degli Studi di Urbino
Urbino, Italy
04.2005

Diploma - Tour Operator

IPSSCT "Mons. A. Bello
Molfetta, Ba
06.1998

Skills

  • Brand strategy development
  • Marketing
  • Digital Marketing Proficiency
  • Customer Success and Account Management
  • Training and Development
  • Program and Project Management
  • B2C and B2B Engagement Strategies
  • Consultative Sales Approach
  • Effective Negotiation Skills

Certification

  • Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt - Lean Six Sigma Institute
  • Sales Edge - Dale Carnegie Training
  • Sales Excellence - Dale Carnegie Training
  • Google AdWords Fundamental Certification
  • Measuring Learning Effectiveness- LinkedIn Learning
  • Train the Trainer - LinkedIn Learning
  • Instructional Design: Needs Analysis - LinkedIn Learning

Accomplishments

  • Developed and led the 'Facebook Community Support' project from inception to worldwide implementation.
  • Created comprehensive procedures and a cookbook for the project.
  • Created the training and training material and established and trained five high-performing teams located in Brazil, Singapore, USA, and Dublin.
  • Successfully managed these international teams, ensuring consistent performance and collaboration across all regions.

Languages

Italian
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sabbatical Year

Ireland
05.2023 - Current

Enterprise Account Director

Broadcom Software
09.2022 - 03.2023

Senior Account Executive

Indeed
01.2020 - 08.2022

Account Executive

Indeed
03.2018 - 01.2020

Team Leader - Project Manager

Cognizant for Facebook
11.2016 - 03.2018

Ad Operations Analyst

Cognizant for Facebook
06.2015 - 11.2016

Google Ads Campaign Manager

Arvato for Google
08.2014 - 06.2015
  • Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt - Lean Six Sigma Institute
  • Sales Edge - Dale Carnegie Training
  • Sales Excellence - Dale Carnegie Training
  • Google AdWords Fundamental Certification
  • Measuring Learning Effectiveness- LinkedIn Learning
  • Train the Trainer - LinkedIn Learning
  • Instructional Design: Needs Analysis - LinkedIn Learning

Bachelor Degree - Marketing and Business Communication

Università degli Studi di Urbino

Diploma - Tour Operator

IPSSCT "Mons. A. Bello
MELANIA ALBANESEWww.linkedin.com/in/melania-al