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ANTONIO BELLOMO

ANTONIO BELLOMO

Chief Sales & Marketing AI Strategy Officer
Dubai

Summary

Experienced Marketing and Sales Strategist with a strong background in AI-driven campaigns, particularly in the sectors of Hospitality, E-Commerce, Retail, and Blockchain. My career includes a significant role as the former CEO of Magma Network, a leader in luxury yachting and bespoke design, where I successfully merged high-end market sensibilities with innovative technology solutions. With over a decade of expertise, I excel in harnessing advanced technology for market analysis and opportunity identification. In my previous position as Chief Sales & Marketing AI Strategy Officer, I led the way in integrating AI into marketing strategies, focusing on predictive analytics and deep customer behavior insights to propel sales growth. At Magma Network, my leadership was instrumental in guiding the company's strategic direction within the luxury market, cultivating a culture of innovation and exceptional client service, while managing high-value projects in luxury yacht design and refitting.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

Co-Chief Executive Officer

Magma - Connecting Stones
03.2024 - Current

As Co-CEO of Magma Company, I lead our venture at the forefront of the luxury stone industry, championing innovation and strategic growth. My role integrates advanced AI technologies to revolutionize our operations, ensuring Magma remains a trailblazer in digital transformation within architectural design.

Leveraging my extensive expertise in marketing and technology strategy, I focus on operational excellence, utilizing automation and process optimization. This approach not only enhances efficiency but also scales our production capabilities to meet increasing global demands.

My strategic vision is centered on aggressive market expansion and sophisticated marketing strategies, aiming to significantly upscale Magma’s market presence and achieve multi-million dollar growth. Committed to nurturing new customer relationships while maintaining high standards of luxury and precision that our clients expect.

Under my leadership, Magma is set to redefine industry standards, ensuring every engagement exemplifies our dedication to quality, innovation, and client satisfaction. This dynamic approach positions us to lead in the ever-evolving landscape of luxury architectural design, driving forward with sustainability and excellence at our core.

Chief Marketing & Sales Strategy Officer, Founder

FLANEM
01.2022 - Current
  • Co-founded FLANEM with an ambition to redefine hospitality marketing through cutting-edge, AI-enhanced sales strategies.
  • Championed sales campaigns tailored for the hospitality sector, utilizing AI-driven analytics to effectively engage high-value clientele.
  • Directed a cross-functional team to align AI-powered product features with innovative marketing strategies, ensuring cohesive growth in the hospitality domain.
  • Administered budget distribution for AI advancements, focusing on projects that amplified sales and marketing returns in the hospitality landscape.
  • Leveraged deep insights from AI tools to craft personalized sales pitches and marketing campaigns, consistently enhancing FLANEM's footprint in hospitality.

Director of AI-Powered Marketing & Sales Growth

Namshi
05.2021 - 04.2022

• Orchestrated a comprehensive overhaul of sales and marketing strategies, aligning them with technological advancements, resulting in a 20% increase in annual revenue.
• Initiated and managed key partnerships with tech firms to enhance product offerings and market positioning.
• Led a successful digital marketing campaign that increased online visibility and brand recognition in targeted sectors.
• Streamlined sales processes through the implementation of CRM tools, improving sales cycle efficiency and customer data management.
• Mentored and led a diverse team of marketing professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

CEO, Co-Owner

MAGMA - Luxury Yachts
12.2013 - 01.2016

• Oversee and guide the strategic direction of the company, ensuring alignment with the evolving market trends, particularly in the luxury yachting and high-end design sectors.
• Drive business development initiatives, identifying and capitalizing on new opportunities in the luxury market, especially in yacht design and refitting.
• Lead a team of skilled professionals, fostering a culture of creativity, craftsmanship, and excellence in every aspect of the business.
• Cultivate strong relationships with a global clientele, ensuring the highest level of satisfaction through bespoke services and personalized experiences.
• Champion the integration of cutting-edge technologies and innovative design methodologies, maintaining Magma Network's position as an industry leader in luxury yacht and design services.
• Manage financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation, to ensure the company's profitability and long-term sustainability.
• Represent the company at major industry events, conferences, and in the media, articulating Magma Network's vision, achievements, and future aspirations.

Sales & Marketing Director

NUMU INVESTMENTS (BINGHATTI INDUSTRIES)
09.2019 - 10.2020
  • Spearheaded the sales and marketing departments, achieving a remarkable 23% sales increase within a quarter, while ensuring optimal utilization of the advertising budget.
  • Cultivated a dynamic team environment emphasizing productivity and efficiency, which led to a threefold increase in team performance.
  • Established and nurtured relationships with high-value clients in the hospitality sector, intuitively understanding their requirements and aligning Numu's services to surpass their expectations.
  • Launched targeted campaigns that resonated with the hospitality audience, leveraging market insights and trends to ensure maximum reach and engagement.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless and premium experience for clients, from initial inquiry to post-sales service.
  • Organized and participated in industry-specific events and trade shows, enhancing Numu's brand visibility and establishing valuable industry connections.

SENIOR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE F&B

GROUPON U.K
01.2019 - 09.2019
  • Surpassed weekly and monthly sales targets by growing business and revenue within assigned lead list of prospective customers
  • Gathered and assessed information about prospective customers, conducting complete needs assessments while identifying key “pain points” and motivations for customers
  • Grew a familiarity with each merchant's business, including but not limited to; products and services, consumer demographics, consumer ratings, points of competitive differentiation, merchant economic model, and revenue and profit drivers
  • Liaised with internal departments to help facilitate current and future business requirements
  • Communicated with Merchant Development to ensure a seamless transition of accounts and an alignment on merchant strategy
  • Developed expertise with F&B deal structures and strategies to reach Groupon's and merchants' desired outcomes that maximized profit
  • Promoted market growth for both quality of merchants and revenue, while creating strong relationships with key decision-makers
  • Created a contact list and robust pipeline through outbound communication via both email and phone.

MERCHANT SERVICES F&B EMEA QA MANAGER

Groupon
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Oversaw all the Merchants related to EMEA, New Zealand and Australia
  • Was responsible on an end-to-end basis for monitoring, evaluating and troubleshooting the setup of a Booking Platform correctly for each merchant
  • Headed continuous improvement projects in partnership with Sales Rep and Manager Operations and with developers in cross-functional teams to perform root causes analysis of any bugs
  • Optimized, designed, and launched monthly reporting and follow-up of order management and back-office KPIs, comparing performance to set expectations.

NATIONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER

Groupon
01.2016 - 12.2017
  • Sought out new and develop existing business across leading national categories; including major restaurant chains, cinemas, attractions, retail brands, leisure, beauty, wellness, healthcare and various services
  • Directed opportunities for national brands to acquire new customers, overcoming objections to ensure mutually beneficial deals were closed in line with the company’s win-win-win philosophy
  • Sourced and identified new brands and campaigns worth featuring, and pitched the brands to teammates
  • Negotiated offers that met the expectations of business partners and Groupon and were attractive for consumers
  • Managed the training of all new hires, including the Teleperformance agents at Groupon's vendor site, guaranteeing they were up to date on all existing processes and workflows.

Premium Product Sales Manager

MOONLIGHTLICATA
05.2012 - 11.2015
  • Championed the sales strategy for MoonLightLicata's premium offerings, consistently generating $100,000 euros in monthly earnings.
  • Collaborated with the marketing team to create compelling narratives and campaigns that attracted high-value customers.
  • Established and nurtured relationships with key clients, ensuring repeat business and long-term loyalty.

Event Sales & Marketing Specialist

Own
10.2012 - Current
  • Organized and performed at premium events across various prestigious venues, positioning the brand as a leader in the high-end music entertainment segment.
  • Collaborated with event organizers and venues to ensure successful execution and high ticket sales.
  • Leveraged marketing expertise to promote events, attract high-value clientele, and ensure memorable experiences.

Education

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (M.B.A - MARKETING, Digital

Marketing Institute

Oxford Royal Academy
Oxford, UK
01.2009 - 04.2010

Skills

    BASS Marine, EDMS/Documentum, Visual Basic, SEMrush, Canva, Vista Create, Mail Chimp, Salesforce, Yoast

    Trello, Asana, Google Tag Manager, Hotjar, Sprout Social, Grammarly, Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, Slack, Myro, Adobe PS, Ahref

    AI-Driven Sales & Marketing Strategy

    Market Analysis & Segmentation

    Client Relationship Management

    Team Leadership & Development

    Technology Integration

    Product Messaging & Branding for High-Value Offerings

    Communication & Negotiation

    Project Management

Accomplishments

  • Revolutionized E-Commerce Marketing: Spearheaded an AI-driven marketing campaign for an e-commerce platform, resulting in a 30% increase in customer engagement and a 25% boost in sales within six months.
  • Hospitality Market Expansion: Identified and exploited a niche market opportunity in the hospitality industry, leading to a 40% growth in client acquisition and a 35% increase in overall revenue in one year.
  • Retail Sales Growth: Orchestrated a data-driven sales approach in the retail sector that enhanced customer targeting, yielding a 20% uplift in sales and a 15% improvement in customer retention rates.
  • Leadership in Team Development: Mentored a team of 20+ sales and marketing professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning, leading to a 45% improvement in team performance metrics.
  • Successfully integrated driven analytics into MAGMA's luxury marketing campaigns, resulting in a 30% uptick in engagement from high-net-worth individuals.

Certification

Google Ads, 2021

Visa Status

Investor Visa

Timeline

Co-Chief Executive Officer

Magma - Connecting Stones
03.2024 - Current

Chief Marketing & Sales Strategy Officer, Founder

FLANEM
01.2022 - Current

Director of AI-Powered Marketing & Sales Growth

Namshi
05.2021 - 04.2022

Sales & Marketing Director

NUMU INVESTMENTS (BINGHATTI INDUSTRIES)
09.2019 - 10.2020

SENIOR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE F&B

GROUPON U.K
01.2019 - 09.2019

MERCHANT SERVICES F&B EMEA QA MANAGER

Groupon
01.2018 - 01.2019

NATIONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER

Groupon
01.2016 - 12.2017

CEO, Co-Owner

MAGMA - Luxury Yachts
12.2013 - 01.2016

Event Sales & Marketing Specialist

Own
10.2012 - Current

Premium Product Sales Manager

MOONLIGHTLICATA
05.2012 - 11.2015

Oxford Royal Academy
01.2009 - 04.2010

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (M.B.A - MARKETING, Digital

Marketing Institute
ANTONIO BELLOMOChief Sales & Marketing AI Strategy Officer