Mike Mandelc-Digital Marketing & Project Management
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Experience
Australia (Living & working abroad)
Australia (Living & working abroad)
- Project-based work in marketing automation, process optimization, and content.
- On-site operational assignments in fully English-speaking teams.
- Focus on self-organized work, changing locations, quick onboarding, and a high level of personal responsibility.
- Remote projects for Spartan Race Australia & DMC Europe, among others.
Marketing & Project Manager
DMC Europe
- Took over the entire marketing area, including strategy, funnel optimization, and market analysis.
- Managed all communication channels (social media, email, customer communication) with a focus on strengthening the brand and improving lead quality.
- Developed data-driven measures to improve competitive positioning and customer retention.
- Interface to sales & the US team; clear operational responsibility in a technical-industrial environment.
- Implemented structured work processes (MS Planner) and improved cross-team workflows based on agile methods.
Marketing Automation Manager
DQS
- End-to-end management of international marketing automation campaigns across the full customer journey (workflows, lead scoring, reports).
- Technical development of HubSpot processes, including interfaces to other tools such as Ibex and GoTo Webinar.
- Advised specialist departments on automated processes and data-driven marketing structures.
- High level of personal responsibility, changing requirements, and quick onboarding into complex systems.
- Built and optimized agile workflows in Jira, including training on agile methods, process logic, and efficient cross-functional collaboration.
Project & Marketing Manager
Mindset Movers
- Developed and implemented the product Leadership 21, aimed at executives and entrepreneurs looking for a people-oriented and appreciative leadership philosophy for the 21st century.
- Planned and created marketing content (landing pages, content, podcast, video course, seminar & online training, social content) to position the product in the market.
- Structured internal processes and worked closely with company leadership and external service providers.
- Improved the media strategy by enhancing the customer journey, relevant touchpoints, and trends
- Introduced Asana and developed clear, agile workflows for efficient project management across the team.
Chairman of the board
OCR Frankfurt (Sportverein)
Project-based work
Self-employed
- Planning and implementation of CRM, marketing, and automation processes for SMEs
- Building and managing newsletter, campaign, and lead setups (CRM, automation, content)
- Analyzing existing processes and deriving and implementing practical improvements
- Professional consulting and operational support in early project and setup phases
Digital Marketing Manager
kyonagroup
- Leading the complete website relaunch, including UX structure, content, technical implementation, and corporate design updates.
- Building scalable marketing processes and introducing clear workflows for content, campaigns, and communication.
- Creating explainer videos and brand materials to strengthen product communication
- Applying agile methods to coordinate the website relaunch and introducing structured workflows for content and campaign processes.
Trainer Obstacle Course Racing
OCR Frankfurt (Sports Club)
Industry experience
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Experienced in Sport, Professional Services, Tourism, Manufacturing, and Education.
Business area experience
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Experienced in Marketing, Project Management, Information Technology, Operations, Strategy, and Sales.
Summary
With a solid background in marketing and project management, complemented by varied practical experience from two years of living and working in Australia, I bring strong adaptability and a clear, solution-oriented mindset. Working in a wide range of roles - from marketing automation and process support to operational on-site assignments - has broadened my skill set and sharpened my perspective. My mix of analytical thinking, structured working style, and creative execution helps me handle demanding tasks efficiently and pragmatically.
My time abroad was more than just a change of place: it has shaped the way I work, my mindset, and how I handle complex situations in a lasting way. I am now looking for an environment where modern ways of working, clear communication, and digital processes come together - and where I can bring in my experience, drive, and fresh perspective in a focused way.
Skills
- Analytical Problem-Solving In Complex, Dynamic Environments
- Structured Project Management & Process Improvement
- Intercultural Competence And Collaboration With International Teams
- Combination Of Analytical Planning And Creative Execution
- Automation And Crm Skills (Hubspot Enterprise, Funnel Logic)
- Effective, Clear Communication With Stakeholders
- High Adaptability And Self-Organization
- Ai Use Cases: Research, Copy/Content, Automations, Analysis (Human In The Loop)
Languages
Education
FOM University of Applied Sciences for Economics and Management
Bachelor of Arts · Business Administration · Frankfurt, Germany
Certifications & licenses
Leadership 21 Seminar - The Leadership Philosophy of the 21st Century
Mindset Movers
Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC)
SCRUMstudy
SCRUMstudy
University certificate in Marketing
FOM University of Applied Sciences for Economics & Management
Fundamentals of Digital Marketing
Google.com
Statistics
Experience
Global experience
Expertise
Qualifications
Profile
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Mike is based in Frankfurt, Germany.
Mike speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Croatian (Elementary).
Mike has at least 7 years of experience. During this time, Mike has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 8 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 10 months. Note that Mike may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Mike would be well-suited for roles such as: Australia (Living & working abroad), Marketing & Project Manager, Marketing Automation Manager.
Mike's most recent position is Australia (Living & working abroad) at Australia (Living & working abroad).
In recent years, Mike has worked for Australia (Living & working abroad), DMC Europe, DQS, Mindset Movers, and OCR Frankfurt (Sportverein).
Mike is most experienced in industries like Sport, Professional Services, and Tourism. Mike also has some experience in Manufacturing and Education.
Mike is most experienced in business areas like Marketing, Project Management, and Information Technology. Mike also has some experience in Operations, Strategy, and Sales.
Mike has recently worked in industries like Sport, Professional Services, and Tourism.
Mike has recently worked in business areas like Marketing, Project Management, and Information Technology.
Mike holds a Bachelor in Business Administration from FOM University of Applied Sciences for Economics and Management.
Mike has 5 certificates. Among them, these include: Leadership 21 Seminar - The Leadership Philosophy of the 21st Century, Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC), and Scrum Master Certified (SMC).
Mike is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.
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