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Veronika Guls

Veronika Guls

Marketing Director
Reykjavik

Summary

As a marketing professional with experience across various multinational companies and biggest brands, I have a proven track record of launching successful products and rejuvenating brands (+ a couple of Effie awards won!). I have a passion for developing comprehensive digital marketing strategies and ensuring their successful execution.
Having moved to Iceland 1.5 years ago, I am now keenly looking forward to bringing my wealth of experience to the Icelandic market, exploring new opportunities.

Overview

16
16

Years of experience in marketing

4
4

Effie Awards for marketing campaigns

3
3
Certificates
4
4
Languages

Work History

META Client Partner

Entravision
Reykjavik
03.2023 - Current

Entravision is a META Authorised Sales Partner in Iceland, aiming at providing consulting, education and support for companies and agencies using META platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Whatsapp).

  • Help businesses to leverage power of META solutions to reach their target audiences and achieve their marketing goals.
  • Managing and growing portfolio of clients across various industries and markets, providing them with strategic guidance and support throughout their digital journey.

Account Manager, Digital Marketing

TBWA Iceland, The Engine
Reykjavik
05.2022 - 04.2023
  • Creation of comprehensive digital marketing strategies and control over their execution.

Marketing Director

ALCON, NOVARTIS COMPANY
Moscow
06.2018 - 04.2022

Full responsibility for consumer and professional marketing for Vision Care Russia & EASES with a team of 14 people.

Achievements:

  • 2 Effie awards in digital marketing
  • Developed & launched MoiGlaza omni-channel new business model. Model was successfully launched & already involves over 200 K participants in loyalty program
  • Contact Lenses: Thanks to completely new support model (shift to 100% digital DTC with new ways of targeting and Celebrity endorsement, eAcademy for optometrists and successful launch of Precision 1 lens) brand grew to a record share of 22,1%.

Group Brand Manager

L’OREAL
Moscow
03.2016 - 06.2018

L’Oreal Paris Make up

  • Achievements: came back to share growth and rejuvenated the brand (repositioning on younger TA and digitalizing communication)
  • 2 Effie Awards for Balmain launch campaign &
  • MAKEUPERS show., Garnier Hair Care & DEO

Garnier:

  • Local NPD haircare brand launch preparation and execution
  • Fructis: Brand identity & packaging relaunch, brand came back to growth after stagnation

Senior Brand Manager

PERNOD RICARD
Moscow
02.2010 - 03.2016

JAMESON Irish Whisky + portfolio of premium spirits brands

Achievements: Strategy relaunch allowing Jameson became market leader (26% market share, double-digit growth) in premium whiskey segment: digital CRM platform TakeitIrish.ru, new SKUs launch, massive digital support and digitalized approach to bartender loyalty.

Associate Brand Manager

PROCTER & GAMBLE
Moscow
02.2008 - 06.2010

BRAUN household appliances

OLAY skincare

  • Preparation of OLAY brand launch in Ukraine and leading of anti-age line TOTAL EFFECTS in Russia.

Education

Master of Science - Management Research

UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD, SAID Business School
Oxford, UK
01.2006 - 06.2007

Bachelor of Science - Economics And Management

LONDON SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS AND POLITICAL SCIENCE
London, UK
09.2003 - 06.2006

Skills

    Marketing Strategy

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Timeline

META Professional Media Buyer

08-2023

META Professional Media Planner

04-2023

META Client Partner

Entravision
03.2023 - Current

Account Manager, Digital Marketing

TBWA Iceland, The Engine
05.2022 - 04.2023

Marketing Director

ALCON, NOVARTIS COMPANY
06.2018 - 04.2022

Group Brand Manager

L’OREAL
03.2016 - 06.2018

GMAT score 720

06-2011

Senior Brand Manager

PERNOD RICARD
02.2010 - 03.2016

Associate Brand Manager

PROCTER & GAMBLE
02.2008 - 06.2010

Master of Science - Management Research

UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD, SAID Business School
01.2006 - 06.2007

Bachelor of Science - Economics And Management

LONDON SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS AND POLITICAL SCIENCE
09.2003 - 06.2006

Certification

GMAT score 720

Additional Information

FKA - Félag kvenna í atvinnulífinu - Board member FKA New Icelanders 23-24- responsible for Marketing and PR

  • As the PR and Marketing Manager for FKA New Icelanders, I am working to support and promote women in business, particularly those of foreign origin in Iceland. My role involves creating and distributing communications and marketing materials, managing our online presence, and fostering a community where our members can network and share their experiences. I am committed to enhancing visibility for these women, celebrating their contributions, and creating opportunities for their growth and success in Icelandic business.
Veronika GulsMarketing Director