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Rachelle Maree Sassine

Founder & Head of Strategy
Sydney,NSW
Rachelle Maree Sassine

Summary

Results-driven marketing and growth leader with a proven track record of scaling companies from early stage to multi-million revenue. Expert in developing and executing end-to-end marketing strategies that drive visibility, pipeline, and profit. Skilled in SEO, SEM, Content, social, and AI-driven automation to deliver measurable growth and efficiency. Experienced in leading cross-functional teams, building strategic partnerships, and creating campaigns that cut through saturated markets. Recognised for driving 150%+ year-on-year growth, taking brands from zero presence to first-page Google rankings, and delivering 300%+ revenue uplifts. Passionate about building high-performing teams and shaping marketing strategies that fuel long-term business success.

Overview

14
years of professional experience

Work History

Perceptiv Media

Founder
04.2023 - Current

Job overview

•Developed and executed comprehensive marketing strategies to enhance brand awareness
and engagement. (using LinkedIn, Instagram & Blogging)
•Led cross-functional teams to implement integrated marketing campaigns across multiple
channels.
•Analysed market trends and consumer insights to inform strategic decision helping Perceptiv compete in a saturated market
• Managed digital marketing initiatives, including SEO, PPC, and social media advertising efforts.

•Oversaw budget allocation for marketing projects, ensuring efficient use of resources to
maximise ROI.
• Developed and implemented SEO strategies to enhance website visibility and organic traffic.
• Managed a team of 12 across India, Indonesia and Australia
• Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for service expansion and improvement.
• 150% growth year on year
Negotiated favourable contracts with suppliers, reducing costs while maintaining product quality.
•Created Strategic Partnerships for steady lead flow, through design agencies and Associations
(example Master Painter association)
• Improved operational efficiency, adopting new technologies that automated routine tasks.
• Oversaw business-wide changes to modernise procedures and organisation.
• Represented Perceptiv at industry conferences and events.
•Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing
talent and capabilities.
• Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
• Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.

Self-employeed
333 George St, Sydney, NSW

Strategic Business Consultant
06.2019 - Current

Job overview

  • Directed and coordinated marketing activities and policies to promote products and services.
  • Managed more than 10 clients business projects in 24 months.
  • Led and managed talented teams of Developers, Graphic Designers, Copywriters & SEOs to plan and implement project tasks meeting timelines and exceeding expectations.
  • Conducted market research and reported on clients' competition.
  • Consulted with clients on business issues and developed innovative, high-impact proposals.
  • Analyzed competitor pages to locate backlink and keyword opportunities.
  • Provided digital marketing solutions to BTB businesses.
  • Provided weekly updates on digital marketing campaigns to clients, discussing strategic initiatives and methods for improvement.
  • Spearheaded client meetings to determine project needs and professional requirements and identify correct course of action enhance client success.
  • Discussed SEO needs and optimized strategies for short- and long-term campaigns.
  • Evaluated current processes to develop improvement plans.
  • Targeted both offline and online consumers by designing multi-pronged, comprehensive marketing strategy.

Houzz
Chippendale , NSW

Senior Account Executive
12.2016 - Current

Job overview

  • Generated $120k for the business by prospecting, researching, qualifying and closing business in both new and existing accounts
  • Closing deals face to face (June/July 2017 Top Performer)
  • Identifying Decision Makers and getting them on the phone
  • Understanding my clients needs and presenting a tailored digital marketing solution to \'C\' Level clients.
  • Presenting Live demonstrations and educating my client on the need for the program.
  • Maintaining a strong relationship with the client to ensure a great customer experience (working as a Brand Ambassador)
  • Manage clients after the initial sale on an ongoing basis, managing their campaign for 12 months to achieve business goals.
  • Upsell clients on additional packages based on clients needs
  • Trained team of 7 on best practises for email marketing/prospecting/closing
  • Motivating the team with inspirational content & incentives

Crux Enterprises

Head of Marketing
08.2022 - 04.2023

Job overview

  • Continually maintained and improved company's reputation and positive image in markets
    served.
  • Oversaw preparation of marketing copy, images, videos, emails and other collateral.
  • Built and strengthened strategic relationships with vendors, advertising agencies and leading
    Fulfilment partners.
  • Established, initiated and optimised business development strategies based on company
    targets, product specifications, market data and budget factors.
  • Enhanced profitability to achieve marketing objectives and drive productivity and growth
    from concept to implementation.
  • Leveraged industry trends and competitive analysis to improve customer relationship building.
  • Generated sponsorships with related and partnering entities to enhance marketing objectives.
  • Recruited and hired experienced contractors to complete projects on time and within budget
    requirements.

Absolute Traffic Management
Sydney, NSW

Managing Director
06.2019 - 08.2022

Job overview

  • Devised, deployed and monitored processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels 300% in 12 months.
  • Increased motor fleet from 3 vehicles to 15 vehicles in 18 months
  • Delegated daily tasks to employees, streamlining daily progress and efficiency
  • Created Processes for compliance & quality assurance
  • Created Brand, Website & Social Media Presence to rank 1st page on Google for most high volume keywords
  • Proactively engaged with clients by phone, email and in-person, which helped established long-term, lucrative relationships
  • Managed relationships with high-profile clients and translated marketing and social media needs into results-driven strategies
  • Recruitment initiatives - took business from 7 staff to 40 in 18 months
  • Created an entire new revenue stream by introducing Labour Hire, Security & Training services
  • Spearheaded successful business development initiatives aligned with company's strategy and core competencies.
  • Led change and transformation across business areas to deliver benefits and align company resources.
  • Negotiated new annual contracts and service agreements with vendors to achieve prime pricing.
  • Developed impactful and strategic partnerships with clients to drive business development.

DigitalMaas
Sydney, NSW

Business Growth Manager
10.2017 - 07.2019

Job overview

  • Uncovered and qualified prospects and sales opportunities in targeted markets using external resources
  • Strong understanding of SEO, SEM, Social Media & Influencer Marketing activities to generate growth
  • Built and strengthened productive and valuable industry partnerships to drive collaboration, engagement and revenue stream development
  • Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in nationally
  • Launched new sales training programs to drive continuous profitability improvements
  • Managed portfolio of 30+ accounts totalling $2million in sales
  • Researched and identified opportunities for account growth, account penetration and market expansion
  • Spearheaded expansion and development initiatives interstate
  • Presented innovative digital media marketing presentations to executive decision makers
  • Developed and executed strategic initiatives to implement key changes and improvements in business development and sales programs

SEEK Learning
North Sydney, NSW

Marketing Career Consultant
12.2011 - 11.2016

Job overview

  • Consistently overachieved sales targets monthly (120% to target)
  • Created education based solutions to all clients through a variety of providers
  • Nominated to participate in trial to relaunch Swinburne University
  • Strong ability to build rapport and trust with clients
  • Strong ability to self manage pipeline and work autonomously
  • Trained and mentored new team members to effectively achieve sales targets
  • Consistently providing an impeccable customer service experience with an average NPS score of 85%, higher than the team average
  • Over performing in all metrics/ KPI's
  • Constantly maintaining the company's highest ranking "A player" due to sales results and adhering to company values
  • Part of the Insights Committee 4 years running which worked within business hours to address issues raised in the Insights Survey, this usually targeted staff engagement and improving internal processes
  • Worked closely with the product, strategy and marketing teams to provide insight in increasing lead quantity and quality
  • Implemented strategies and processes designed to boost staff morale as well as revenue and presented ideas to the responsible team. Designed a Performance Management process in 2012 designed to help underachievers improve.

Education

OTEN
North Strathfield, NSW

Diploma from Marketing
2016

University Overview

ATS Business Solutions
North Sydney

Certificate IV from Business Sales
2013

University Overview

Southern Cross University
Surry Hills, NSW

Bachelor of Arts from Media & Communications
2009

University Overview

Macleay College
Sydney, NSW

Diploma from Advertising
2008

University Overview

Trinity College
Sydney, NSW

Year 12 from HSC
2007

University Overview

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication
  • Strategies and goals
  • Mentoring and training
  • Startup management
  • Financial leadership
  • Organizational turnaround
  • Revenue Generation
  • Financial Management
  • Customer acquisition
  • Strategic planning
  • Business planning
  • Policy development and optimization
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Negotiation

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • As my first year as MD, I grew my company by 300% year on year.
  • I took the company from 120k Debt to $2 million revenue in 12 months.
  • I took the new company from no online presence to first page on Google in 12 months..
  • I grew Sales revenue in a new startup by 290% selling a brand new SaaS product to SMBs.
  • Raise close to 7 million participating in 2020 CEO sleepout.
  • June 2017 High performer selected to represent Houzz at Tradeshow Melbourne closing 50k in rev in 3 days.
  • 2015/2016 top performer – winner of the annual SEEK trip
  • Nominated by management to participate in a $2 million partner trial 2016
  • Voted most positive person on the floor 2016
  • Average NPS score 85% above floor average of 70.6%
  • Maintained highest performance Ranking each year 'A Player' 2012-2016
  • Increased conversion partner by 300% in one month by training colleagues
  • Hosted Charity fundraiser for the 2013 Philippines Typhoon

Additional Information

Additional Information

Read my work:

https://blog.hubspot.com/sales/entrepreneurial-spirit

https://marketermagazine.co/qa/21-best-practices-for-staying-current-with-content-marketing-trends/

https://www.morninglazziness.com/rule-breakers/wind-down-rituals-for-female-ceos/

https://cmotimes.com/qa/25-ways-to-execute-marketing-strategies-with-severe-resource-constraints/

https://consultantmagazine.co/qa/10-tips-for-building-a-compelling-personal-brand-that-increases-industry-visibility/

https://www.ibtimes.com.au/top-founders-follow-2024-1846690

Timeline

Founder
Perceptiv Media
04.2023 - Current
Head of Marketing
Crux Enterprises
08.2022 - 04.2023
Strategic Business Consultant
Self-employeed
06.2019 - Current
Managing Director
Absolute Traffic Management
06.2019 - 08.2022
Business Growth Manager
DigitalMaas
10.2017 - 07.2019
Senior Account Executive
Houzz
12.2016 - Current
Marketing Career Consultant
SEEK Learning
12.2011 - 11.2016
OTEN
Diploma from Marketing
ATS Business Solutions
Certificate IV from Business Sales
Southern Cross University
Bachelor of Arts from Media & Communications
Macleay College
Diploma from Advertising
Trinity College
Year 12 from HSC
Rachelle Maree SassineFounder & Head of Strategy