Hi there! I’m Korina Villanueva, a marketing and communications professional with a passion for turning creative ideas into measurable growth. I build cross-functional teams, design scalable marketing programs, and transform business objectives into ROI-driven campaigns. I thrive in international settings and love collaborating with partners to create lasting impact. Hi, I’m motivated by complex challenges and enjoy crafting clear, data-informed strategies that boost brand visibility and customer engagement across markets. When I’m not leading campaigns, I enjoy mentoring teams, developing knowledge management systems, and exploring new channels for storytelling.

Korina Villanueva

Hi there! I’m Korina Villanueva, a marketing and communications professional with a passion for turning creative ideas into measurable growth. I build cross-functional teams, design scalable marketing programs, and transform business objectives into ROI-driven campaigns. I thrive in international settings and love collaborating with partners to create lasting impact. Hi, I’m motivated by complex challenges and enjoy crafting clear, data-informed strategies that boost brand visibility and customer engagement across markets. When I’m not leading campaigns, I enjoy mentoring teams, developing knowledge management systems, and exploring new channels for storytelling.

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Hi there! I’m Korina Villanueva, a marketing and communications professional with a passion for turning creative ideas into measurable growth. I build cross-functional teams, design scalable marketing programs, and transform business objectives into ROI-driven campaigns. I thrive in international settings and love collaborating with partners to create lasting impact.

Hi, I’m motivated by complex challenges and enjoy crafting clear, data-informed strategies that boost brand visibility and customer engagement across markets. When I’m not leading campaigns, I enjoy mentoring teams, developing knowledge management systems, and exploring new channels for storytelling.

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Language

Slovak
Fluent
English
Fluent
Danish
Beginner
German
Beginner
Italian
Beginner

Work Experience

Communications and Outreach Analyst at United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
January 1, 2019 - Present
Planned, created, implemented and revised communications strategies across Thailand, Indonesia and the Pacific, positioned UNOPS at key global events (G20, COP26/27, ASEAN) and increased engagement; developed blogs, articles, factsheets, social media, website content, presentations, brochures and videos; launched a corporate knowledge management platform; contributed to a 90M engagement increase in 2020 and supported expansion including opening an office in Papua New Guinea.
Marketing and Communications Manager at IAESTE
January 1, 2021 - Present
Development and implementation of IAESTE marketing strategy; redesign of global communications functions and processes.
Marketing Manager at SEER DATA & ANALYTICS
January 1, 2023 - Present
Implemented marketing strategy with a focus on customer retention, loyalty, and lead generation; exceeded targets by 120%.
Marketing Specialist at CBHS Health Fund
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Developed and managed effective communications to members, including retention programs, product promotion, and various marketing and trigger campaigns; managed a group of stakeholders to deliver project communications.
Internal Communications at United Nations Office for Project Services
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Prepared presentations, briefs, promotions, campaigns and communications materials to launch People Survey 2017; enhanced 16% response rate by co-designing the campaign; organized high-level meetings for senior management to communicate results and next steps.
Research Assistant at University College of Northern Denmark
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015
Research assistant duties (2014-2015).
Co-Founder & Co-Organizer at TEDx Aalborg Cinema
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014
Co-founded and organized TEDx Aalborg Cinema events; contributed to program development, partnerships and event execution.
Business Development Trainee at Cluster Hotels Hilton Prague & Hilton Prague Old Town
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013
Trainee focusing on business development activities in the Czech Republic.
Head of Marketing at ZU Creative Communications
January 2, 2025 - February 2, 2026
Owned and optimized core revenue KPIs across 9 client accounts; translated commercial objectives into performance marketing strategies; led lifecycle marketing; drove end-to-end delivery of marketing projects; supported client partnerships; led press relations and multi-channel campaigns; built knowledge management system; planned and executed international events.
Head of Global Marketing Strategy at Independent / Consultancy
September 1, 2021 - January 1, 2026
Led global marketing strategy across 80+ countries; aligned brand positioning; developed cross-functional leadership; executed global campaigns; built cross-border partnerships; managed budgets and ROI; led multi-channel marketing initiatives and governance; collaborated with boards and external partners.
Communications & Business Development Lead at Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam operations
September 1, 2021 - February 28, 2023
Led planning, creation, and implementation of communications and business development strategies across Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Vietnam; boosted stakeholder engagement; built multi-channel campaigns; expanded regional partnerships; developed strategic content and outreach.

Education

MSc in Economics and Business Administration (Management of Innovation and Business Development) at Copenhagen Business School
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018
BSc in Economics and Business Administration (Top-up) at Aalborg University
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
PBA International Sales and Marketing Management at University College of Northern Denmark
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2015
MSc in Economics and Business Administration (Top Up Programme) at Aalborg University
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
BSc in Economics and Business Administration at Aalborg University
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026

Qualifications

PRINCE 2 Foundation – project management
January 11, 2030 - December 15, 2025
CIID - Copenhagen Institute of Interaction Design – service design
January 11, 2030 - December 15, 2025
UN OPS Competition Award: 1st Place in Gender Mainstreaming in Infrastructure
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
PRINCE2 Foundation - Certification in Project Management
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026

Industry Experience

Government, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet