Marc Araujo

Marc Araujo has a diverse work experience spanning over 15 years. Marc is currently working at Downstream as the Director of Business Development since August 2023. Prior to that, they were a Business Development Manager at the same company from June 2020 to August 2023.

Before joining Downstream, Marc worked at IMA Influencer Marketing Agency as a Senior Brand Partnerships Manager from April 2019 to October 2019. Marc successfully managed the creation of global influencer marketing campaigns and achieved sales targets while maintaining client relations. Marc was also involved in proposal generation, budgeting, and legal contracting.

From January 2016 to March 2019, Marc worked at RØERING CREATIVE KIN as a Senior Account & Business Development Manager. Marc oversaw new business development strategy and implementation, focusing on key account growth. Marc scaled the local business to an international client base across US, India, and the UK markets. Prior to this role, they held positions such as New Business Development Manager and Business Development & Marketing Manager at the same company.

Marc started their career at Ferrari as a Sales Advisor in October 2008 and eventually became a Retail Brand Manager responsible for the commercial success of three local branches. Marc also gained experience as an Assistant Project Manager at Penquin, where they developed a passion for creative communications. Additionally, they worked as a Sales Advisor at GUESS?, Inc., where they honed their selling skills and developed an interest in creativity and fashion.

Overall, Marc has an impressive track record in business development, brand partnerships, and sales management across various industries.

Marc Araujo completed their Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree in Marketing/Marketing Management, General from the University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika, from 2008 to 2010. In 2015, they attended Vega School, but did not obtain a degree or specify a field of study at that institution. Marc's additional certifications include Account-Based Marketing Foundations and Business Development: Strategic Planning from LinkedIn, The Fundamentals of Digital Marketing from Google, and Critical Thinking from LinkedIn. In 2015, they also obtained a certification in Vega - Brand & Marketing Management from IIE.