Hello! I'm
Andre Havro
About My Career
I’ve always believed that marketing is more than just selling a product—it’s about building authentic connections with consumers. My career has been a journey of blending strategic thinking, innovation, and a deep understanding of market dynamics to drive growth for brands globally.
I started my marketing career by founding Inovação Comunicação Interativa, one of the first digital marketing agencies in Brazil that quickly gained national recognition, winning multiple prestigious awards, including five national iBest Awards. We were recognized as the second-best agency in the national rankings, a testament to our forward-thinking approach and dedication to excellence. This early success shaped my commitment to innovative, data-driven strategies, which continued throughout my career.
During this time, I also co-founded AETI, a pioneering organization dedicated to professionalizing IT service companies in the late '90s. These experiences taught me the importance of adaptability, innovation, and the need for a deep understanding of market dynamics to succeed in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Afterward, I moved into trade marketing at GAMA Italy Professional, where I led a regional team and implemented strategies that significantly boosted sales. My time at GAMA reinforced my belief that the key to success in marketing is not only innovation but also a clear understanding of the market and the ability to adapt strategies to meet customer's demands.
In 2003, I shifted my focus back to digital marketing as co-owner and Digital Marketing Director at Icorp Agência de Internet. Here, I led the development of innovative digital strategies for high-profile clients such as TIM Brasil, Beach Park, and Dufry. These years were marked by my growing expertise in digital marketing, where my data-driven approach and strategic vision helped clients improve their digital footprints and drive measurable business results.
My experience in digital marketing led to an invitation to join the OEM team, where I helped establish an online department within this traditional advertising agency. In 2005, I became the Account Director at OEM Comunicação, one of the most respected communications companies in Brazil. In this role, I was responsible for guiding digital strategies, managing advertising campaigns, and cultivating client relationships.
From 2008 to 2015, I served as National Trade Marketing Manager at Sony Electronics, where I managed a team of over 400 brand ambassadors, driving three consecutive years of sales growth. My geo-targeting strategy led to significant revenue gains and solidified Sony Brazil’s position as a top performer globally.
In 2015, I acquired two MyShoes franchises, now part of Arezzo&Co. As a franchisee and Regional Marketing Director, I led cross-functional teams to align product offerings with local market demand and regional trends, ensuring consistent brand positioning and driving sales growth.
In 2017, I moved to Canada and joined Brand & Mortar as a Senior Marketing Strategist and Project Manager. There, I played a crucial role in driving successful strategies and campaigns for well-known brands such as Palmer's, Second Cup, Fellowes, and Rhoziva. My strategic expertise not only helped these brands achieve their marketing goals but also facilitated their entry into the Canadian market, significantly boosting sales and operational efficiency. By enhancing project management processes and leading impactful campaigns, I contributed to the agency's growth and strengthened its reputation in the industry.
At Resulta, I played a pivotal role in elevating our clients' digital campaigns on a global scale. Leading the Global Community Management Department, I developed and executed strategies that significantly expanded our audience through a combination of email marketing, CRM, influencer marketing, and DSP campaigns. My efforts, in collaboration with in-house teams and global partners, ensured seamless project execution across multiple territories, including Australia, the UK, the USA, Spain, Brazil, and Canada. This resulted in optimized performance, targeted lead generation, and sustained growth for our diverse international clients, solidifying Resulta’s reputation as a leader in lead generation for affiliate websites.
In 2023, I proudly launched my first book, Email Marketing Strategy Domination. This complete guide empowers marketers and business owners to build direct connections with their audiences, free from interference from algorithms, by leveraging the power of email marketing. The book is available through prominent retailers like Amazon, Indigo, and Harvard Book Store and quickly gained recognition, becoming Amazon’s #2 Most Gifted in Business in December 2023.
Throughout my career, I’ve been driven by the belief that marketing is about creating meaningful connections and making a lasting impact. Whether leading teams, managing global campaigns, or driving growth through innovative strategies, I remain passionate about helping brands succeed and connect with their audiences in impactful ways.
Honors & Awards
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Outstanding Employee at Sony Electronics for two years (2010, 2011).
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Best student of the year at CEDEPE Business School - TOP MBA Award (2011).
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SONY CPG Award - Best Project of the Year for Sony Audio (2009)
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Winner of the three iBest Awards. (1998 - 2002).
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2nd place in the national ranking of the best agencies in Brazil (2002).
Andre was a regular prize winner in Sony Brasil as he has constantly achieve goals in sales team.
His dedication and contribution made Sony Brasil to grow sales twice in 3 years.
Andre led sales team with passion, intelligence and challenger's spirit to strive for big goals. I wish Andre taking numerous leading position in Sales/Marketing field as well as management.
Andre is an immensely talented digital marketer and a great team player. His willingness to immerse himself in new markets, verticals and lines of business was a great example to set for the broader team and the results he has achieved are a testament to those efforts.
Andre is extremely positive and brings a can-do attitude to each and every project and as such sets the example for his team to follow.
Havro is a versatile and impressive professional. His work in marketing and communication is enhanced by an expertise in digital projects, which takes his planning management beyond what is expected from traditional concepts in the field. Two characteristics are evident in his daily professional life: organization and know-how. It is excellent to work with someone who is always seeking applied knowledge and values a good workflow.
Working with Andre has been a real pleasure, and a constant flow of creativity, consistency and hard work that paid off! He joined the project I lead to streamline and oversee our non-search marketing activity, and his energy and dedication were a complete revolution: he took the time to strategise, advise, direct and, more significantly, coach me and my team. His expertise had direct results in a couple of months, helping me achieve results that were “firsts” in our company.
I've had the pleasure of working closely with Andre for over 3 years. Throughout his tenure, Andre demonstrated exceptional leadership and expertise in brand and community management. He consistently delivered outstanding results and showed unwavering dedication to his role. I highly recommend Andre for any role that requires a talented and results-driven digital marketing professional. He would undoubtedly be a valuable addition to any team.
Andre is a true professional. His knowledge, work ethic and motivation to bring the best results to his clients as well as his brand is truly motivating. He is a great coworker, cares for the people he works with. He builds great relationships with both coworkers and clients alike. He will quickly become an asset to any team he joins. He brings a great skillset that is very diverse and can wear many different hats. Andre is a true Digital Marketer, loves the industry and is truly a great professional.
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