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Astrid Friedrich

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Astrid Friedrich
Beckingen, Germany

Experience

Jul 2013 - Present
12 years 7 months

Owner

Stilwald GmbH & CoKG

  • As an external expert, I guide you flexibly, efficiently, and predictably with an outside perspective and the ambition to move your company forward in a noticeable way.
  • I develop tailored marketing and growth strategies, translate them into concrete actions, and support their operational implementation.
  • This includes structured action plans, optimized processes, and campaigns that reach your target audiences precisely.
  • I identify growth opportunities, set clear goals, and carry out activities that strengthen brands, increase reach, and make results measurable.
  • Benefit from experience, fresh perspectives, and flexible collaboration for marketing that works sustainably and actively supports your growth.
Jan 2011 - Jun 2013
2 years 6 months
Beckingen, Germany

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Owner

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Summary

Are you looking for fresh ideas and professional marketing support? As an external expert, I guide you flexibly, efficiently, and predictably with an outside perspective and the ambition to move your company forward in a noticeable way.

Successful marketing comes from a clear strategy, creative concepts, and consistent implementation. However, many companies cannot fully cover these areas in-house.

I develop tailored marketing and growth strategies, translate them into concrete actions, and support the operational implementation. This includes structured action plans, optimized processes, and campaigns that reach your target audiences precisely.

My approach combines marketing and business development: I identify growth opportunities, set clear goals, and carry out activities that strengthen brands, increase reach, and make results measurable.

Benefit from experience, fresh perspectives, and flexible collaboration – for marketing that works sustainably and actively supports your growth.

Skills

In An Increasingly Digitalized Economy, A Holistic, Data-driven Strategy Forms The Basis For Sustainable Growth And Differentiation In The Market. My Portfolio Combines Strategic Thinking, Technological Know-how, And Operational Excellence To Support Companies Successfully Along The Entire Customer Journey.

Through A 360° Approach That Links Data-based Insights With Innovative Technologies And Modern Marketing Solutions, Measurable Results Emerge: More Efficient Processes, Stronger Brand Presence, And Higher Conversion Rates.

  • Communication Skills

  • Empathy

  • Commitment

  • Resilience

  • Problem-solving Skills

  • Structured Working Style

  • Hands-on Mentality

  • Teamwork

  • Initiative

  • Microsoft Office: Ms Word, Ms Excel, Ms Powerpoint, Ms Access, Ms Frontpage, Ms Outlook

  • Content Management / Eshop System: Nps5, Typo3, Magento, Joomla, Prestashop, Xt:commerce, Shopware, Wix, Joomla, Wordpress, Sitefinity & Various Others

  • Seo Tools: Seobility, Seitenreport, Searchmetrix, Systrix, Metrics, Onpage.org, Seo Power Suite, Google Search Console & Various Others

  • E-mail Tools: Various, Including Brevo

  • Web Analytics Tools: Google Analytics, Piwik, Various Others

  • Crm & Erp Systems: Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics Crm, Emarsys, Internal Customer Systems

  • Development And Validation Of Future-proof Digital Business Models – From Market Analysis And Strategy Development To Operational Implementation And Scaling

  • Design Of Holistic Strategies That Cover Every Touchpoint Of The Customer Journey – To Increase Customer Satisfaction, Improve User Experience, And Ensure Long-term Customer Loyalty

  • Building And Integrating Automated Marketing Processes (E.g., Email Workflows, Lead Scoring, Lifecycle Campaigns) To Boost Efficiency And Target Audiences More Precisely

  • Planning And Execution Of Data-driven Digital Marketing Strategies (Seo, Sea, Social Media, Content Marketing) That Demonstrably Increase Reach, Engagement, And Conversion Rates

  • Development Of Integrated Marketing Measures Across All Relevant Channels – For Consistent Brand Communication And Optimal Audience Coverage

  • Analysis Of User Behavior, Performance Data, And Touchpoints For Continuous Optimization Of Marketing Activities And Derivation Of Strategic Recommendations

  • Structuring Efficient Workflows, Implementing Scalable Systems, And Managing Interdisciplinary Projects As Well As Reporting, Monitoring, And Communicating With Stakeholders

  • Holistic Development And Implementation Of Strategic Marketing Concepts Aligned With Company Goals

  • Leading And Developing Cross-functional Teams And Managing Substantial Marketing Budgets

  • Close Collaboration With Internal Departments And External Partners For Sustainable Brand Positioning

  • Focus On Digital Marketing, Marketing Automation, And Cross-channel Performance Optimization

  • Execution Of Data-driven Campaigns And Introduction Of Automated Customer Journeys

  • Planning, Designing, And Executing Cross-media Campaigns

  • Ongoing Strategy Adjustment Based On Current Market And Target Group Analyses

  • Defining Kpis And Monitoring Their Compliance

  • Outcome: Increased Efficiency, Clear Brand Profiling, And Measurable Growth

  • Stakeholder Management

  • Strategic And Operational Consulting In Online Marketing

  • Cross-channel Coordination Between Headquarters, Subsidiaries, And External Service Providers

  • Design And Setup Of A Structured Email Marketing Channel

  • Creating Editorial Plans As Well As Planning, Executing, And Sending Email Campaigns In Coordination With Departments

  • Developing And Implementing Topic-specific Landing Pages To Enhance Campaign Impact

  • Project Management Including Planning, Control, And Reporting Of Ongoing Activities

  • Temporary Support Of The Marketing Team – From Strategic Consulting To Operational Execution

  • Analysis Of The Customer Journey Across All Product Areas To Identify Communication And Conversion Potentials

  • Evaluation Of The Campaign Creation Process Focusing On Efficiency Gains And Trigger-based Audience Targeting

  • Consulting To Identify Concrete Optimization Potentials And Provide Recommendations

  • Development Of Streamlined Workflows And Targeted Communication Approaches Along Relevant Touchpoints

  • Close Coordination With It And Marketing For Successful Measure Implementation

  • Presentation Of Results And Recommendations To Key Stakeholders

  • Continuous Analysis And Optimization Of The Website Focusing On Usability And Seo

  • Implementation Of On-page And Off-page Seo Measures To Improve Organic Visibility

  • Management Of The Online Marketing Strategy For The Dach Region

  • Deriving And Prioritizing Strategic Recommendations To Improve Performance

  • Integration Of Offline And Online Marketing Measures To Develop Consistent Cross-channel Communication

  • Creation And Execution Of An Email Marketing Editorial Plan In Coordination With Departments

  • Management And Strategic Development Of Social Media Channels

  • Comprehensive Online Marketing Consulting To Strengthen Brand Presence And Increase Marketing Efficiency

  • Presentation Of Analysis Results And Recommended Actions To Relevant Stakeholders

  • Strategic Consulting In Online Marketing With Focus On User Guidance And Conversion Optimization

  • Conducting A Detailed Website Analysis To Identify Weaknesses In Customer Communication

  • Deriving Concrete Recommendations To Optimize The Sales Process

  • Fit-gap Analysis In Competitive Benchmarking To Identify Seo Potentials

  • Development Of Measures To Improve Organic Visibility

  • Analysis And Optimization Of The Booking Process Across The Customer Journey

  • Targeted Improvement Of The Conversion Funnel And User Experience

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced

Education

Oct 1998 - Jun 2003

University of Technology and Business

Diploma in Business Administration (FH), specialization in Marketing · Business Administration · Saarbrücken, Germany

Aug 1996 - Jul 1998

Catholic General Vicariate, Merzig Finance Office

Office Communication Clerk · Merzig, Germany

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Where is Astrid based?

Astrid is based in Beckingen, Germany.

What languages does Astrid speak?

Astrid speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Astrid have?

Astrid has at least 22 years of experience. During this time, Astrid has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 9 months. Note that Astrid may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Astrid be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Astrid would be well-suited for roles such as: Owner, Director eCommerce Europe, Head of Online Marketing.

What is Astrid's latest experience?

Astrid's most recent position is Owner at Stilwald GmbH & CoKG.

What companies has Astrid worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Astrid has worked for Stilwald GmbH & CoKG.

Which industries is Astrid most experienced in?

Astrid is most experienced in industries like Advertising, Professional Services, and Manufacturing.

Which business areas is Astrid most experienced in?

Astrid is most experienced in business areas like Marketing, Strategy and Planning, and Sales. Astrid also has some experience in Product Development.

Which industries has Astrid worked in recently?

Astrid has recently worked in industries like Advertising and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Astrid worked in recently?

Astrid has recently worked in business areas like Marketing and Strategy and Planning.

What is Astrid's education?

Astrid holds a Bachelor in Business Administration from University of Technology and Business.

What is the availability of Astrid?

Astrid is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Astrid?

Astrid's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.

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