I'm Paola Ascencio, a digital strategist with over 7 years of international experience across tech, med-tech, and eCommerce. In my current role as a Senior Consultant at Lingaro, I lead global digital projects focused on eRetail optimization and data-driven strategies, delivering omni‑channel campaigns and measurable growth. I thrive on turning data into actionable plans, aligning cross-functional teams, and driving on-time execution of strategic initiatives. My track record includes enhancing brand awareness and optimizing budgets through data-driven insights, including automated sentiment analysis and closed-loop improvements. I’ve led initiatives for Nestlé and Mars, restructured social media for INDIBA, and crafted Latin American content strategies for eStoreMedia, all while collaborating with brand, digital, and sales teams to resonate with local markets.

Paola Ascencio

I'm Paola Ascencio, a digital strategist with over 7 years of international experience across tech, med-tech, and eCommerce. In my current role as a Senior Consultant at Lingaro, I lead global digital projects focused on eRetail optimization and data-driven strategies, delivering omni‑channel campaigns and measurable growth. I thrive on turning data into actionable plans, aligning cross-functional teams, and driving on-time execution of strategic initiatives. My track record includes enhancing brand awareness and optimizing budgets through data-driven insights, including automated sentiment analysis and closed-loop improvements. I’ve led initiatives for Nestlé and Mars, restructured social media for INDIBA, and crafted Latin American content strategies for eStoreMedia, all while collaborating with brand, digital, and sales teams to resonate with local markets.

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I’m Paola Ascencio, a digital strategist with over 7 years of international experience across tech, med-tech, and eCommerce. In my current role as a Senior Consultant at Lingaro, I lead global digital projects focused on eRetail optimization and data-driven strategies, delivering omni‑channel campaigns and measurable growth. I thrive on turning data into actionable plans, aligning cross-functional teams, and driving on-time execution of strategic initiatives.

My track record includes enhancing brand awareness and optimizing budgets through data-driven insights, including automated sentiment analysis and closed-loop improvements. I’ve led initiatives for Nestlé and Mars, restructured social media for INDIBA, and crafted Latin American content strategies for eStoreMedia, all while collaborating with brand, digital, and sales teams to resonate with local markets.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Chinese
Beginner
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Consultant at Lingaro
October 1, 2023 - Present
Led digital initiatives at Nestlé HQ, driving e-business growth through data-driven Amazon content strategies for brand portfolios including Nesquik, Ascenda, KitKat, NAN, and Dolce Gusto. Managed complex digital projects with global brand managers, aligning cross-functional teams and ensuring on-time, strategic execution. Led Mars’ PetCare NPS analysis: automated sentiment/driver analytics, turning feedback into measurable commercial value and closed-loop improvements.
Senior Consultant, Ecommerce & Digital Marketing at Lingaro (formerly a Business Institute)
October 1, 2023 - Present
Empowering FMCG brands to thrive in the digital landscape. Led digital initiatives for Nestlé HQ; drove e-business growth through data-driven content strategies for brands like Nesquik, Kit Kat, NAN, and Dolce Gusto. Developed global ecommerce playbooks and guidelines, including Amazon A+ Content and Retail Media best practices. Strategically guided and executed plans to enhance consumer engagement through digital strategies on retail and social media. Managed complex digital projects with global brand managers and creative agencies (Ogilvy, Publicis), aligning cross-functional teams and ensuring on-time execution.
Content Manager at INDIBA Global
April 1, 2023 - October 1, 2023
Restructuring social media across all MedTech divisions – aesthetics and beauty, veterinary, intimate health, and physiotherapy. Executing a new strategy by collaborating with the brand, digital, and sales teams for Spanish, French, and Italian markets.
Social Media Manager at Indiba S.A.U.
April 1, 2023 - October 1, 2023
Responsible for social media across all Med Tech divisions – aesthetics and beauty, veterinary, intimate health, and physiotherapy. Executed a new strategy aligned with updated brand direction by collaborating with brand, digital, and sales teams. Conducted social media audits across divisions; leveraged data insights to identify improvement areas and tailor content strategies for Spanish, French, and Italian markets.
PR and Social Media Manager at ASUS
March 1, 2020 - August 1, 2022
Strategy for ASUS and Republic of Gamers across TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Google Display & Search; organic social media to drive brand awareness and sales. Managed press, influencers and media relations. Achieved a 159% increase in laptop reviews in 2020 through partnerships with AMD, Intel and Nvidia. Executed SEO for e-tailer key accounts and implemented product page optimization.
Digital Marketing Manager (B2C) / PR & Digital Marketing Manager at ASUS Republic of Gamers Mexico
March 1, 2020 - August 1, 2022
Responsible for digital marketing (paid media on TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Google Display, Google Search) and social media strategy; led PR and content strategy; achieved 16% YoY online unit growth and 24% YoY online value growth; collaborated with Google; implemented first MCC project with Retail (Office Depot); awarded for initiative and proactivity; led digital transformation.
Content Strategist at eStoreMedia
September 1, 2019 - July 1, 2023
Creating content for Latin American markets by collaborating with European teams. Ensuring it resonates with local audiences while maintaining the brand's identity.
Digital Marketing Manager / eCommerce on Retail (B2C) at HP
August 1, 2018 - February 1, 2020
Responsible for top accounts with sales growth in value and units (Omnichannel) on online seasonalities and HP promotions. In collaboration with Google, led the first Shared MCC Project with Retail (Office Depot). SEO implementation and content optimization on HP e-commerce product pages; drove digital transformation initiatives.
Digital & eCommerce Marketing Manager (B2C) at HP Mexico
August 1, 2018 - February 1, 2020
Responsible for digital campaigns strategy and budget planning for retailers with value and unit sales growth (Omnichannel). Achieved 16% YoY online unit growth and 24% YoY online value growth; worked with Google; delivered omnichannel results.
Digital Manager Mexico & LATAM at Revolution Media Pte Ltd
June 1, 2017 - July 1, 2018
Managed Revolution's websites in Mexico & LatAm, achieving YoY increases in active users; established an inbound strategy via mailing with strong open rates; produced luxury content and reduced bounce rate through high-quality audiovisuals.

Education

Postgraduate in Business Data Analytics & Marketing Intelligence at Universitat de Barcelona
October 1, 2022 - June 1, 2023
Diploma in Selling & Management at Universidad Anáhuac & Grupo Expansión
August 1, 2018 - December 1, 2018
Diploma in Selling & Management at Universidad Panamericana & Google Elevator
May 1, 2018 - July 1, 2018
Master's in Political Journalism at Escuela de Periodismo Carlos Septién
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Degree in Communication at Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
Postgraduate in Business Data Analytics & Marketing Intelligence at Universitat de Barcelona
October 1, 2022 - June 1, 2023
Diplomado en E-commerce at Universidad Anáhuac México
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Diplomado en Management y Ventas at Universidad Panamericana
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Maestría en Periodismo Político at Escuela de Periodismo Carlos Septién
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Licenciatura en Ciencias de la Comunicación at Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2013

Qualifications

SEO avanzado
January 11, 2030 - January 23, 2026
McKinsey.org Forward Program
January 11, 2030 - January 23, 2026

Industry Experience

Retail, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Healthcare