Hi, I’m Migi Cruz, a Marketing and Communications professional with 6 years of marketing experience and 2 years in executive government roles. I’m skilled at crafting and executing innovative strategies that build brand awareness and drive consumer conversation. I excel at delivering out-of-the-box online and offline campaigns, leading cross-functional projects, and turning insights into impact. Highlights include leading the launch of Goodday Friz, the Philippines’ first probiotic soda, contributing to doubling market share within two years, and spearheading new product development for flavor extensions and category entries. I’ve also collaborated with top FMCG players and led government-design initiatives that connect design, economy, and creative industries.

Hi, I’m Migi Cruz, a Marketing and Communications professional with 6 years of marketing experience and 2 years in executive government roles. I’m skilled at crafting and executing innovative strategies that build brand awareness and drive consumer conversation. I excel at delivering out-of-the-box online and offline campaigns, leading cross-functional projects, and turning insights into impact. Highlights include leading the launch of Goodday Friz, the Philippines’ first probiotic soda, contributing to doubling market share within two years, and spearheading new product development for flavor extensions and category entries. I’ve also collaborated with top FMCG players and led government-design initiatives that connect design, economy, and creative industries.

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Hi, I’m Migi Cruz, a Marketing and Communications professional with 6 years of marketing experience and 2 years in executive government roles. I’m skilled at crafting and executing innovative strategies that build brand awareness and drive consumer conversation.

I excel at delivering out-of-the-box online and offline campaigns, leading cross-functional projects, and turning insights into impact. Highlights include leading the launch of Goodday Friz, the Philippines’ first probiotic soda, contributing to doubling market share within two years, and spearheading new product development for flavor extensions and category entries. I’ve also collaborated with top FMCG players and led government-design initiatives that connect design, economy, and creative industries.

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Experience Level

Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Brand Executive at Asahi Beverages Philippines, Asahi Group Holdings
January 1, 2023 - August 2, 2025
Led the launch and scale-up of Goodday Friz, the first probiotic soda brand in the Philippines, and contributed to doubling market share growth within two years. Managed a USD 2 million annual advertising and promotions budget, ensuring strategic allocation across integrated campaigns, performance marketing, and nationwide activations. Developed hero campaigns and trade promotions, driving significant sales lift and powering the brand’s growth. Led below-the-line activation strategies and cross-functional collaboration with supply chain, procurement, product development, and manufacturing. Nominated for 2024 KanDo Global Awards; appointed as DE&I representative and led diversity and inclusion initiatives in Southeast Asia region.
Projects Specialist, Design Advisory Council / Design Economy / Creative Industries at Department of Trade and Industry - Design Center of the Philippines, Pasay City
July 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Led nomination process for the Philippines’ Design Advisory Council; improved project turnaround and engagement with national government. Prepared briefs and budgets, coordinating with stakeholders to advance design economy and creative industries.
Senior Program Officer for Sustainable Livelihood and Training Program at Office of the Vice President of the Philippines, Quezon City
July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2022
Simultaneously managed 30 Civil Society Organizations and delivered 30+ livelihood projects on time, achieving 90% KPI ratings and 100% target subsidy distribution totaling around P10 million. Implemented sustainable livelihood and training initiatives.
Marketing Executive at Happy Living Philippines Corporation
February 1, 2018 - June 30, 2020
Expanded marketing strategies for one of the country’s largest wine distributors, focusing on B2B channels in Horeca and wholesale-retail. Developed the company’s first digital marketing plan and drove online engagement to support growth in key trade channels.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Communications at Colegio de San Juan de Letran, Manila
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Government, Professional Services