I am a proactive, cross-cultural marketing professional with a passion for brand growth and client communication. I thrive in collaborative, results-driven environments and enjoy building trust with clients and stakeholders across diverse markets. I currently lead branding and growth initiatives from remote locations, delivering strategic branding, social media, and content programs for international clients, with a strong focus on travel and hospitality sectors.

Cdenka van Maasakker

I am a proactive, cross-cultural marketing professional with a passion for brand growth and client communication. I thrive in collaborative, results-driven environments and enjoy building trust with clients and stakeholders across diverse markets. I currently lead branding and growth initiatives from remote locations, delivering strategic branding, social media, and content programs for international clients, with a strong focus on travel and hospitality sectors.

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I am a proactive, cross-cultural marketing professional with a passion for brand growth and client communication. I thrive in collaborative, results-driven environments and enjoy building trust with clients and stakeholders across diverse markets.

I currently lead branding and growth initiatives from remote locations, delivering strategic branding, social media, and content programs for international clients, with a strong focus on travel and hospitality sectors.

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Language

Dutch
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Virtual Assistant
January 1, 2025 - Present
Provided administrative, marketing, sales and communications support to international clients. Managed coordination, outreach, and digital tasks remotely.
Marketing Manager at Kuko Kunuku, Aruba
January 1, 2025 - Present
Create branding strategy and lead marketing and client engagement initiatives in the tourism sector. Managed campaigns, partnerships, and sales coordination.
Founder & Owner at BrandingDoors
January 1, 2024 - Present
Founded a digital marketing agency serving international clients. Delivered branding, social media, and client growth projects.
Marketing Manager Benelux at Smeba Brand
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Managed regional marketing activities across the Benelux market. Coordinated campaigns and supported sales communications.
Inside Sales Representative, Benelux at Micromedia
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Supported sales activities and client communication in the Benelux region. Managed leads, follow-up, and account coordination.
Founder & Marketing Manager at Branding Doors.com
January 1, 2024 - Present
Owner and founder of a branding and digital marketing agency; responsible for strategy development, branding, and client campaigns; leading an international team across multiple markets.
Marketing & Sales Manager at Kukoo Kunuku (Coffee Roasting), Project roles
January 1, 2024 - Present
Managed marketing and sales activities for expansion projects including EU online applications for organic food/non-food and international coffee shop ventures; advised on market entry strategies and cultural considerations for Latin America, USA, and Europe.
Marketing Manager at Smeba Brand Beveiliging
January 1, 2024 - Present
Led branding and marketing initiatives to drive growth in the security services sector, coordinating campaigns and brand messaging.
Owner/Founder at Branding Doors.com
January 1, 2024 - Present
Set up a sustainable marketing strategy; wrote an international marketing plan; advised on cultural differences and market entry; established sales strategies; directed international business development and branding initiatives for multiple startup projects including EU organic food & non-food platforms, international coffee shop ventures, and brand expansion efforts (USA, UAE, Europe).
Inside Sales Representative at Micro Media (Benelux)
January 1, 2022 - Present
Contributed to online sales and marketing objectives, focusing on lead generation and customer relationship management in the Benelux market.
Assistant Key Account Manager at Belt & Chain
January 1, 2022 - Present
Supported key account activities, assisting with client communications, sales planning, and market expansion efforts in the Benelux region.
Digital Marketing Specialist at The Lab, Aruba
December 31, 2021 - October 15, 2025
Social media marketing; assisted in organizing E-business seminars in Aruba, Curaçao, Sint Maarten/Saint Martin; campaign management; industry and client research; content creation.
Marketing & Sales Intern at HAN University of Applied Sciences / International School of Business HAN
December 31, 2021 - October 15, 2025
Contributed to market research and strategy development; collaborated on UK market entry; presented strategies to business professionals and professors from international universities; supported projects including online applications for EU organic/non-food products and international brand expansions; helped set up sustainable marketing strategies and international marketing plans; assisted with cultural insights and budgeting; coordinated an international team.

Education

Marketing Communications and Event Organizing (Higher Vocational Education) at ROC Nijmegen, the Netherlands
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2019
Gamification at HAN University of Applied Sciences / International School of Business HAN, Arnhem, the Netherlands
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Minor in Latin American Business Studies at International School of Business HAN, Arnhem, the Netherlands
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Consumer Behavior & Trendwatch at International School of Business HAN, Arnhem, the Netherlands
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
International Business Specialization: Marketing & Sales at HAN University of Applied Sciences, Arnhem, the Netherlands
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Consumer Behavior & Trendwatch at HAN University of Applied Sciences, Arnhem, the Netherlands
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Minor Latin American Business Studies at International School of Business HAN, Arnhem, the Netherlands
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Gamification at International School of Business HAN, Arnhem, the Netherlands
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Marketing Communication and Event Organizing at ROCNijmegen, the Netherlands
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019
Bachelor International Business (Marketing & Sales) at HAN University of Applied Sciences, Arnhem, Netherlands
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Vocational Education Program at ROC Nijmegen, Netherlands
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

ISB Talent Event Nomination
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
ISB Talent Event Nomination
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education, Travel & Hospitality