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Sandra Cook

Los Angeles

Summary

MARKETING | STRATEGY | CREATIVITY | RESULTS

Senior Marketing Leader with experience of building brands that connect and convert across real estate, luxury, tech, and entertainment. I lead cross-functional teams across the U.S., Europe, and Asia-Pacific to craft campaigns that resonate deeply with target audiences and drive measurable ROI. Known for translating creative vision into strategic execution, I blend brand storytelling with business impact—delivering growth through meaningful engagement and performance-focused marketing.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President Marketing & Communications

CIM
01.2021 - Current
  • Led national marketing and advised on strategy
  • Directed digital strategy, vendors, launches, and analytics
  • Built and mentored the marketing team
  • Managed brand development across the U.S.
  • Led cross-functional teams to boost efficiency and client satisfaction
  • Created marketing plans and managed budgets for all assets


Achievements:

  • Boosted lead conversion 25% via digital optimization
  • Drove client growth and retention across 40+ brands
  • Scaled U.S. market reach with innovative strategies
  • Cut costs and enhanced performance through vendor renegotiations
  • Elevated engagement by introducing new creative and social media partners


"Sandra’s performance has incrementally improved the business and market penetration." - Jerry Thomas, Managing Director, CIM Group


Senior Marketing Manager Creative Strategy

CBRE
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Led design teams across California, Arizona, and Hawaii
  • Developed and executed strategic and innovative marketing campaigns
  • Managed marketing plans and budgets
  • Acted as art director, strategist, and client lead
  • Led in-house design team to create high-end, multi-channel campaigns across web, email, and print
  • Managed vendors to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery


Achievements:

  • Optimized annual budget by boosting productivity and quality, driving increased project volume and client retention


Her creativity and professionalism gave us a competitive advantage and enabled us to exceed our client’s expectations.“ - Jeff Pion | Vice Chairman, CBRE


Director of Marketing & Communications

Engel & Völkers
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Managed marketing strategy and creative execution for Southern California offices.
  • Led advertising, event marketing, and media campaigns to drive regional brand growth.
  • Expanded brand presence and executed exposure through advertising and major events.


“Her experience has been invaluable in widening the brand presence within the local and US market.” - Raphael Barragan | CEO, Engel & Völkers

Head of Client Relations

LionsThought Creative | Procter & Gamble | Grey
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Managed senior-level client relationships across Europe and the U.S., with a focus on the Hugo Boss fragrances campaign.
  • Led production teams, oversaw budgets, and ensured on-time, on-brand delivery.
  • Directed agency communication, resource planning, and cross-functional collaboration.


Achievements:

  • Increased revenue while mentoring team performance and maintaining creative quality.
  • Increased customer retention rates by providing exceptional service and support for all client needs.

Senior Interactive Account Director

Saatchi & Saatchi
01.2006 - 01.2012
  • Led global digital campaigns for major clients
  • Drove budget growth through strategy, innovation, and creativity
  • Managed accounts, production teams and vendors across creative, media, and strategy
  • Delivered consistently original and creative work


Achievements:

  • Maximized profitability through smart budgeting and resource planning
  • SOL Cerveza Digital Cannes Lions Award



“Evidence of Sandra’s efforts can be seen in previously immovable clients, both by the level of creative license we are being given, as well as business revenue.” - Adam Oliveira/Creative Director, Saatchi & Saatchi


Account Director

Scenario Communications
01.2003 - 01.2006
  • Led brand strategy and secured new business across consumer and hospitality sectors
  • Directed major rebranding campaign for clients including InterContinental Hotels and Nobilo Wines


Achievements:

Significantly increased budgets by growing client accounts (i.e. winning accounts for Crown Plaza and Holiday Inn hotels).


“Sandra’s depth of knowledge means that she adds value to the work we are doing.” - Brett Armitage | Director of Sales and Marketing, InterContinental Hotels

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Media Studies and Graphic Design

Chamber of Industry & Commerce (Institute of Technology)

Graphic Design Apprenticeship - undefined

Schmidtchen & Partner

ManageMentor Certificate - undefined

Harvard University

Leading in a Remote World Certificate - undefined

HarvardX

Leadership Certificate - undefined

HarvardX

Successful Negotiation Certificate -

University of Michigan

Diploma - French

L’Université Paul Valéry

Skills

  • Strategic Marketing & Brand Development
  • Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Campaign Planning & Execution
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Digital & Social Media Strategy
  • Creative Direction & Storytelling
  • Stakeholder & Executive Communication
  • Budget Management & ROI Analysis
  • Vendor Management & Contract Negotiations
  • Critical thinking & Complex Problem-solving

Career Highlights

· CIM - Vice President, Marketing & Communications

· CBRE - Senior Marketing Manager, Creative Strategy

· Engel & Völkers - Director of Marketing & Communications

· Saatchi & Saatchi – Interactive Account Director

Languages

Fluent in English and German.
French
Italian
Spanish

Timeline

Vice President Marketing & Communications

CIM
01.2021 - Current

Senior Marketing Manager Creative Strategy

CBRE
01.2018 - 01.2021

Director of Marketing & Communications

Engel & Völkers
01.2015 - 01.2018

Head of Client Relations

LionsThought Creative | Procter & Gamble | Grey
01.2012 - 01.2015

Senior Interactive Account Director

Saatchi & Saatchi
01.2006 - 01.2012

Account Director

Scenario Communications
01.2003 - 01.2006

Graphic Design Apprenticeship - undefined

Schmidtchen & Partner

ManageMentor Certificate - undefined

Harvard University

Leading in a Remote World Certificate - undefined

HarvardX

Leadership Certificate - undefined

HarvardX

Diploma - French

L’Université Paul Valéry

Bachelor of Arts - Media Studies and Graphic Design

Chamber of Industry & Commerce (Institute of Technology)

Successful Negotiation Certificate -

University of Michigan
Sandra Cook