Laura Switten is a freelance marketing and communications expert with over 15 years of experience in digital marketing, brand strategy, and e-commerce. She has worked with brands such as Blabloom, Estée Lauder, and Henkel, leading campaign strategy, product launches, and performance-driven digital growth. With hands-on expertise in social media advertising, content marketing, email automation, and analytics, Laura helps brands translate creative products into strong digital visibility and sales impact.

Laura Switten is a freelance marketing and communications expert with over 15 years of experience in digital marketing, brand strategy, and e-commerce. She has worked with brands such as Blabloom, Estée Lauder, and Henkel, leading campaign strategy, product launches, and performance-driven digital growth. With hands-on expertise in social media advertising, content marketing, email automation, and analytics, Laura helps brands translate creative products into strong digital visibility and sales impact.

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Laura Switten is a freelance marketing and communications expert with over 15 years of experience in digital marketing, brand strategy, and e-commerce. She has worked with brands such as Blabloom, Estée Lauder, and Henkel, leading campaign strategy, product launches, and performance-driven digital growth.

With hands-on expertise in social media advertising, content marketing, email automation, and analytics, Laura helps brands translate creative products into strong digital visibility and sales impact.

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Language

Dutch
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Advanced
German
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Brand Manager (freelance) at Henkel
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Coordinated integrated campaigns for three consumer brands, including word-of-mouth campaigns; localized international assets and messaging for the local market; ensured smooth execution through timeline; asset and partner coordination.
Co-owner at Ecotarian
June 1, 2025 - Present
Co-owner responsible for the full operational running of the business on a day-to-day basis.
Marketing Lecturer (part-time and freelance) at Syntra AB
September 1, 2024 - Present
Teaching practical modules in copywriting and influencer marketing, with a strong focus on clear, customer-friendly messaging. Coaching future marketers on content quality, tone of voice and adapting messaging to different target audiences.
Trade Marketing Manager (freelance) at Pearle Belgium
June 1, 2022 - September 1, 2022
Setting up and following up digital campaigns; managing internal and external teams; determining communication concept and proposition to implement in POS, social media, and website.
Marketing Manager (freelance) at Blabloom
September 1, 2022 - April 1, 2023
Coordinated e-commerce campaigns and online launches, including timelines, assets and go-live checks; managed content creation for web shop and digital channels; optimized influencer collaborations and product seed initiatives; coordinated internal teams and external partners to ensure smooth day-to-day execution.
Consumer Marketing Manager (freelance) at Estée Lauder Companies
May 1, 2023 - October 1, 2023
Responsible for the 360° marketing campaigns of Estée Lauder and La Mer brands; focus on influencer marketing and publishing partnerships; led the Benelux consumer marketing team; collaboration with internal teams, agencies and external partners for smooth execution.
Marketing Manager (freelance) at NMG marketing agency & Manta Ray
March 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024
Coach in the Social Media and Campaign team; focus on inbound marketing (B2B): content creation, launch campaigns for Manta Ray, lead generation and social media.
Founder / Marketing Manager (fashion e-commerce) at Honesse
February 1, 2020 - October 1, 2022
Set up and managed a fashion e-commerce business, including web shop operations and day-to-day execution; coordinated influencer collaborations, PR initiatives and creator seed in online campaigns; creation of online campaigns, promotions and go-live moments across digital channels.
Supply Planning Manager at AkzoNobel Paints Belgium
July 1, 2008 - December 1, 2012
Led the supply chain planning department; people management (6 employees).
Brand Manager a.i. at ICI Paints Deco
April 1, 2007 - June 1, 2008
Creation and realization of brand plans and (digital) marketing campaigns; SEO; creation of a content marketing plan.
Supply chain & NPI coordinator at ICI Paints Deco
October 1, 2005 - March 1, 2007
Supply chain & NPI coordination.
Brand Manager B2C at AkzoNobel Paints Belgium
January 1, 2013 - December 1, 2016
Creation and implementation of brand plans, digital lead generation, (digital) marketing campaigns and content marketing; new product launches.
Senior Brand Manager B2B at AkzoNobel Paints Belgium
January 1, 2020 - April 1, 2022
Creation and implementation of brand plans, digital lead generation, (digital) marketing campaigns and content marketing; coaching a junior marketer.

Education

Disruptive Digital Strategy Program at University of Oxford - Said Business School
January 1, 2023 - February 25, 2026
Program in Communications Management at UBA - Communication Management College
January 1, 2013 - February 25, 2026
Master in Applied Economic Sciences at Hasselt University
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2005

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet
    paper Digital marketing campaigns for AkzoNobel

    Context:
    As a Senior Brand Manager, I was responsible for strategic plans and campaigns for B2B clients such as painting companies, distributors, and architecture firms.

    My role:
    Creating yearly brand and communication plans.
    Developing digital lead‑generation campaigns.
    Working closely with stakeholders (retailers, distributors, internal teams).

    Result:
    Stronger brand consistency and measurable growth in market share.
    Improved collaboration between partners and marketing teams.

    paper Content- and leadstrategy for new Marketing Agency Manta Ray

    Context
    Manta Ray is a start-up consultancy guiding organizations in marketing and transformation projects. At launch, it lacked structure, content, and visibility to reach new clients.

    Problem Statement
    The agency needed:
    A clear content strategy to share knowledge and expertise.
    A campaign strategy to build awareness.
    A prospecting flow to systematically generate and follow up leads.

    My Role
    As a strategic marketing consultant, I created a content strategy based on the customer journey—from first contact to aftercare. I also developed a campaign strategy to increase brand awareness and attract quality leads. Finally, I documented the full prospecting flow so the sales team could follow up smoothly.

    Concrete Actions
    Customer Journey workshop.
    Creation of a content calendar with themes, formats, and channels.
    Development of an e‑book campaign as a lead magnet.
    Organization of two events for prospects and clients.

    Result
    A strong base of high‑quality, relevant content at the start of the agency.
    Two sold‑out events with double the expected turnout. More leads than expected!
    Successful lead‑generation campaigns through the e‑book and events.

    paper Strategic customer journey for Kids concept store Blabloom

    Context
    Blabloom is a sustainable small business and concept store for young families. The company combines an online shop with a physical store and focuses on conscious parents who choose eco‑friendly baby products.

    Challenge
    Blabloom wanted to grow its baby registry service. Although the brand was strong in sustainability and trust, it needed a structured communication approach to reach future parents at the right time and through the right channels.

    My role
    As interim marketing manager, I mapped out the full customer journey: from the first contact with Blabloom before or during pregnancy to completing a successful baby registry.

    I identified all touchpoints and linked them to concrete initiatives, including:
    • Creating a blog with answers to common pregnancy‑related questions.
    • Organising events for pregnant women focused on inspiration and community building.
    • Setting up creative collaborations to enrich the offer with unique items, such as fresh‑meal packages for new parents.

    Result
    Growth in the number of baby registries.
    Sold‑out events and stronger brand visibility and engagement among the target audience.