Ilonka Herrera

Ilonka Herrera

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Marketing & Commercial Executive / Business Growth / Market Expansion / Brand Strategy / B2B & B2C
Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, Dominican Republic

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  • Punta Bergantín
    Chief Marketing Officer
    Punta Bergantín
    Jan 2026 - Current (9 months)
    Leading strategic brand positioning, growth initiatives, investor engagement, and high-level partnerships while driving market expansion and long-term business development through complex multi-stakeholder negotiations and strategic alliances.
  • Katae Group
    Commercial & Business Development Director
    Katae Group
    Jan 2025 - Dec 2025 (1 year)
    Led commercial strategy, channel expansion, and profitability management in a highly competitive market. Directed revenue growth initiatives, pricing optimization, and strategic negotiations with key customers and distribution partners. Strengthened market position through channel development, commercial excellence, and margin-focused execution.
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    Strategic Marketing Consultant
    IH Marketing Group
    Jan 2023 - Current (3 years 9 months)
    Advise organizations on growth strategy, commercial transformation, market expansion, and go-to-market execution. Partner with leadership teams to improve profitability, strengthen market positioning, and align commercial, marketing, and operational priorities.
  • ColgatePalmolive
    Regional Per Capita & Integrated Marketing Communications Manager
    ColgatePalmolive
    Jan 2021 - Jan 2024 (3 years 1 month)
    Led regional growth strategies across Caribbean markets, integrating brand, commercial, and customer initiatives to drive category expansion. Managed cross-market investments, distributor alignment, and omnichannel execution while supporting sustainable business growth and profitability.
  • World Vision
    Marketing Director
    World Vision
    Feb 2018 - May 2020 (2 years 4 months)
    Led growth, partnerships, and stakeholder engagement strategies to expand funding streams and organizational impact. Developed strategic alliances, revenue initiatives, and cross-functional programs that strengthened institutional sustainability and market presence.
  • Grupo Corripio
    Senior Marketing Manager
    Grupo Corripio
    Jan 2016 - Jan 2018 (2 years 1 month)
    Directed multi-brand growth strategies, commercial activation, and customer engagement initiatives for Papa Johns, Krispy Kreme, Pinkberry, Quiznos, Palacio del Cine. Managed investment performance, business planning, and execution across franchise operations while aligning local objectives with global brand standards
  • Grupo Ramos
    Promotions Manager
    Grupo Ramos
    Jan 2012 - Jan 2016 (4 years 1 month)
    Led promotional strategy and commercial activation across a nationwide retail network. Managed trade investments, category performance, and profitability initiatives while driving customer engagement and operational excellence across multiple store formats
  • Cerveceria Nacional Dominicana
    International Brand Manager
    Cerveceria Nacional Dominicana
    Jan 2008 - Jan 2012 (4 years 1 month)
    Managed portfolio growth, pricing strategy, and profitability for international beverage brands (Miller and Miller 64). Led product launches, commercial execution, and channel activation initiatives that strengthened market share and enhanced portfolio performance.
  • Bacardi
    Brand Manager
    Bacardi
    Jan 2004 - Jan 2008 (4 years 1 month)
    Led brand strategy, market development, and portfolio growth for premium international brands (Grey Goose, Sky and Eristoff). Directed product launches, commercial negotiations, and market expansion initiatives that strengthened brand leadership and improved profitability.
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    Marketing Coordinator
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    Jan 2001 - Jan 2003 (2 years 1 month)
    Supported business growth through market analysis, pricing strategy, sales planning, and distributor development. Contributed to commercial decision-making, profitability improvement, and market expansion initiatives across key product categories.
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  • CEUPE  European Business School
    Master's degree, Dirección Comercial & Marketing
    CEUPE European Business School
    Jan 2020 - Jan 2021 (1 year 1 month)
  • UQAM  Université du Québec à Montréal
    MBA, Master in Bussines Administration
    UQAM Université du Québec à Montréal
    Jan 2001 - Jan 2003 (2 years 1 month)
  • Universidad Iberoamericana
    Lic, Administración de Empresas Turísticas y Hoteleras
    Universidad Iberoamericana
    Jan 1996 - Jan 2000 (4 years 1 month)