Marketing & Growth Strategist

Nilmari
Santini Santiago

I build brands, not just campaigns. From founding a Latina-owned beauty brand to leading healthcare marketing at scale — I combine creative strategy, data-driven execution, and operational precision to drive real, measurable growth. Bilingual. Builder. Results-obsessed.

5+
Brands Scaled
$1M+
Revenue Generated
104%
Social Media Growth

Work Experience

June 2023 — Present
Dysrupt Healthcare LLC
Director of Marketing

Built and scaled a full-funnel marketing engine for a healthcare brand — designing lifecycle automation workflows that deepened CRM engagement, sharpened audience segmentation, and turned leads into loyal clients. Reduced manual processes through strategic tool integration and led cross-functional campaigns across paid, email, social, and content that moved the needle on both acquisition and retention.

July 2024 — Feb 2026
Designity
Senior Marketer & Copywriter (Freelance)

Embedded as Senior Copywriter and Strategist within a dedicated creative team serving healthcare and pharmaceutical clients. Turned complex brand stories into compelling LinkedIn content — building content frameworks, campaign calendars, and messaging pillars that grew client audiences from zero to thousands. Endo Injectable Solutions went from 0 to 1,056 followers in 8 weeks, with 92+ average likes per post.

Aug 2023 — Sep 2024
Cardinal Rule Press
Marketing Manager (Contract)

Drove a 40% increase in website traffic and a 15% improvement in lead conversion rates through targeted digital campaigns spanning SEO, paid ads, email, and social. Conducted deep competitive analysis to identify audience gaps and sharpen positioning, while managing campaign budgets to maximize ROI at every stage of the funnel.

June 2019 — June 2023
Pintabeauty.com
Founder & Digital Marketing Director

Founded and grew a Latina-owned beauty brand from concept to market — and proved it could scale. Achieved a 32% customer return rate, grew social following by 104% across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube through influencer and UGC partnerships, and built a 5,000+ email subscriber base from scratch. Drove 10% monthly sales growth through SEO, paid advertising, cross-selling, and a loyalty program that turned first-time buyers into brand advocates. Named Woman Entrepreneur of the Year, 2021.

Feb 2014 — June 2020
Leonardo 5th Ave
Marketing Director

Led a team of 5 across Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic, delivering campaigns that generated $1M in revenue and increased retail ticket sales by 28%. Spearheaded the historic opening of a new store in Winter Park, Florida — on time, under budget, and hitting 100% of foot traffic goals. Developed event strategies that sold out 100% of tickets and generated 3,000+ leads. Managed a $250,000 marketing budget across social, influencer, email, and SEO.

May 2012 — Jan 2014
Adrenaline Advertising
Account Manager

Grew client portfolio by 7–10 accounts through strong relationship-building and project management. Managed timelines and budgets to reduce project delays and increase profitability. Developed strategies using tools including Mailchimp and Monday.com.

Featured Projects

LinkedIn Strategy · Healthcare
Endo Injectable Solutions LinkedIn Launch

Led content strategy and copywriting for the launch of Endo's rebranded LinkedIn showcase page. Developed messaging pillars, campaign themes around national health days, employee spotlights, and product education carousels to reach hospital pharmacists and healthcare decision-makers.

0 → 1,056 followers in 8 weeks · 92+ avg. likes/post · 7× posting frequency · View Case Study ↗
CRM & Automation
Lifecycle Marketing Automation

Redesigned the full customer lifecycle at Dysrupt Healthcare — building automation workflows that delivered the right message at the right moment, reduced manual effort across the team, and created a measurable lift in engagement and pipeline conversion.

↑ Improved lead nurturing, segmentation & CRM-driven conversions
Growth Marketing
Digital Campaign — Cardinal Rule Press

Executed targeted digital marketing campaigns integrating SEO, paid ads, email, and social media. Conducted competitive analysis to inform audience targeting and campaign direction.

↑ 40% website traffic · 15% lead conversion lift
Brand Building · Press Feature
Pintabeauty Social Growth

Strategically collaborated with influencers and UGC creators across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube to amplify brand awareness. Paired with a loyalty program and segmented email marketing to drive retention and repeat purchases.

↑ 104% social media following growth · Read Press Feature ↗
Revenue & Events · Press Feature
Leonardo 5th Ave — Retail & Events

Led targeted digital campaigns and developed event marketing strategies across Puerto Rico and Dominican Republic. Directed a new store opening in Winter Park, FL, delivering on time and under budget with 100% of foot traffic goals met.

$1M revenue · 28% ticket sales increase · 3,000 leads · Read Press Feature ↗

Skills & Tools

Strategy
  • Strategic Planning
  • Customer Journey Optimization
  • A/B Testing
  • Budget Management
  • Go-to-Market Strategy
Digital Marketing
  • Digital Advertising
  • Email Marketing
  • Social Media Marketing
  • SEO & Content Marketing
  • Influencer & UGC Marketing
Tools & Platforms
  • HubSpot & Active Campaign
  • GA4 (Google Analytics)
  • ClickUp
  • ClaudeAI & Relevance AI
  • Mailchimp & Monday.com
Core Skills
  • Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Marketing Automation
  • Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Partnership Building
  • Bilingual: English & Spanish

Recommendations

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Nilmari is one of the most talented young leaders I've met in a long time. She combines creativity, strategic thinking, and disciplined execution in everything she does. She doesn't just create strategy — she ensures it is executed with precision and impact. A true asset to any organization fortunate enough to have her on their team.

Rebecca Matulonis Executive & Business Consultant · Host, Born For Greatness Podcast
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Nilmari is a marketing powerhouse, consistently delivering innovative strategies and results-driven campaigns that exceeded our expectations. Her creativity is matched by a keen analytical mind, ensuring that every decision is backed by data and insights. Whether it's crafting compelling content, optimizing digital channels, or spearheading innovative marketing initiatives, Nilmari consistently delivers top-notch results.

Chris Wolpert 21st Century Healthplan Architect · Bestselling Author · Client
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What truly impressed me about Nilmarí was her receptiveness to feedback and her ability to implement it effectively. She actively sought constructive criticism, demonstrating a growth mindset and a genuine desire to enhance her performance. I have no doubt she will continue to achieve great things and make a positive impact.

Lincy Ayala Product Design · Consumer Journey · Mentor

Get in Touch

Let's build something great.

If you're looking for a strategist who builds brands, not just campaigns — let's talk. I'm open to marketing leadership roles where strategy, creativity, and results all matter.