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Hi, I'm Francisco

Francisco Contreras

Product marketer for AI, Customers and automation

High energy, high agency, and a bold perspective.

Turning complex tech into revenue-driving narratives.

Adidas
Tide
ManukaGuard
SmartAC
ServiceTitan
Albert Nahman
Wightons
Ace Pelizon
HubSpot
Klaviyo
Zapier
Drift
Braze
Toast
Brex
Plaid
Affirm
Tempus
Invitae
Ginkgo
Adidas
Tide
ManukaGuard
SmartAC
ServiceTitan
Albert Nahman
Wightons
Ace Pelizon
HubSpot
Klaviyo
Zapier
Drift
Braze
Toast
Brex
Plaid
Affirm
Tempus
Invitae
Ginkgo

You need answers, not more dashboards, why founders reach out to me?

I translate noise into "do this next" so the team moves in one direction.

Need someone who thrives in chaos — I learn new stacks on day 1 and execute fast.

Investors want proof, not promises — I craft metrics stories that close rounds.

Launches stall behind engineering backlog — I ship scrappy GTM plays that deliver value now.

Users love the demo but leave by day 7 — I rebuild onboarding and add data-backed nudges.

OpenAI
Claude
Astro
Next.js
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[ francisco contreras ]
alias: "Franc"
base: working globally
mission: make products impossible to ignore
experience: 5+ yrs | AI, Lifecycle, RevOps | Specialist → PMM in 8 months
projects_loaded: [ AI Platform Launch, E-commerce Automation, SaaS Growth, Journey Optimization ]
toolchain: growth = [ HubSpot, Salesforce, Braze ]; data = [ Mixpanel, PostHog, dbt ]; automation = [ Zapier, Make, Retool ]; builders = [ Webflow, Next.js, Astro ]; ai = [ GPT-4o, Claude, Perplexity ]
strengths: narrative architecture • experiment design • lifecycle systems • cross-functional orchestration
next_objective: Drive breakout growth for AI + automation products with obsessive customer insight
> type "start" to chat over coffee ☕
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Case Studies

Real engagements where strategy met execution and shipped results.

Product Launches
Growth Campaigns
Automation
Customer Experience
Brand Strategy

Paletas — Built from a Job Interview

Challenge

Grupo Flor had strong distribution but no brand experience. Dispensary buyers had nothing to latch onto — no story, no aesthetic, no reason to reorder.

Approach

Reframed "El Paletero" (the vendor) as "Paletas" (the product) — unlocking a streetwear-influenced brand rooted in East LA lowrider aesthetics and Latin cultural iconography.

Action

Built visual identity, retail activation toolkit (sales deck, one-sheet, packaging), ran dispensary pop-ups and community events to embed the brand before scaling distribution.

Results

First retail dispensary door in under 6 months. Grew from sub-$100k to over $1M in retail revenue. Won the Emerald Cup twice.

Key Learning

The name is the strategy. Shifting one word reframed the entire brand — every visual and cultural decision that followed came from that single choice.

Impact Metrics

$1M+
Retail Revenue
<6mo
To First Door
Emerald Cup

"I didn't know I was pitching for the job and building the brand at the same time. I just saw what it could be."

Francisco, on the origin of Paletas

How I did it

• Renamed the concept from "El Paletero" to "Paletas" during the job interview itself
• Built full brand identity: visual system, cultural positioning, packaging design
• Created the retail activation toolkit: sales deck, buyer one-sheet, pop-up event program
• Ran community pop-ups and charity sponsorships to build brand credibility pre-distribution
• Established reorder cadence through consistent in-store storytelling

View Full Case Study
Growth Campaign

E-commerce Automation

Challenge

Increase online sales for e-commerce client with declining conversion rates.

Approach

Implemented automated email sequences and personalized product recommendations.

Action

Created 12 automated workflows and A/B tested messaging across customer segments.

Results

Achieved 180% increase in online sales and 65% improvement in customer retention.

Key Learning

Personalization at scale requires robust data collection and segmentation strategies.

Impact Metrics

+180%
Sales Growth
65%
Retention
40%
CAC Reduction

"Our content is finally reaching the right people. The structured approach to SEO is transforming our marketing ROI."

Mike Johnson, E-commerce Director

How I did it

• Analyzed customer behavior data to identify key drop-off points in the sales funnel
• Designed 12 automated email sequences targeting different customer segments
• Implemented A/B testing across all messaging touchpoints
• Set up personalized product recommendation engine based on browsing history
• Created comprehensive customer retention strategy with lifecycle campaigns

View Full Case Study
Automation

Marketing Workflow Automation

Challenge

Reduce manual marketing tasks while improving lead quality and response times.

Approach

Designed automated lead scoring and nurturing workflows using AI-powered tools.

Action

Integrated CRM with marketing automation platform and created 8 automated workflows.

Results

Reduced manual work by 70% while increasing lead quality by 40% and response time by 85%.

Key Learning

Automation success depends on clear workflow mapping and continuous optimization.

Impact Metrics

-70%
Manual Work
+40%
Lead Quality
+85%
Response Time

"The automation workflows have transformed our lead management process. We're now handling 3x more leads with the same team size."

Lisa Park, Marketing Operations Manager

How I did it

• Mapped existing manual processes to identify automation opportunities
• Integrated CRM system with marketing automation platform for seamless data flow
• Created 8 automated workflows handling different stages of the customer journey
• Implemented AI-powered lead scoring based on behavioral and demographic data
• Set up comprehensive reporting dashboard for continuous optimization

View Full Case Study
AI Product Launch

SaaS Platform Go-to-Market

Challenge

Launch AI-powered analytics platform in competitive market with limited brand awareness.

Approach

Developed data-driven positioning strategy targeting mid-market companies with clear ROI messaging.

Action

Executed multi-channel campaign across LinkedIn, content marketing, and strategic partnerships.

Results

Achieved 300% user growth and $2.5M ARR within 6 months of launch.

Key Learning

AI products require clear value demonstration through case studies and demos to build trust.

Impact Metrics

+300%
User Growth
$2.5M
ARR
85%
Conversion

"The AI platform launch exceeded our expectations. Francisco's strategic approach and execution delivered results that transformed our market position."

Sarah Chen, VP of Product

How I did it

• Conducted comprehensive market analysis to identify key positioning opportunities
• Developed messaging framework targeting specific pain points of mid-market companies
• Created content strategy spanning 15 webinars and 50+ educational pieces
• Established partnerships with 3 industry influencers for credibility and reach
• Implemented multi-touch attribution to track campaign effectiveness

View Full Case Study

What powers my playbook

Every tool here earns its place. If it doesn't move metrics or speed up execution, it's not in the stack.

OpenAI
OpenAI
AI & ChatGPT API
Claude
Claude
AI Assistant
Figma
Figma
UI/UX Design
Google Analytics
Google Analytics
Web Analytics
Notion
Notion
Documentation
Airtable
Airtable
Database & CRM
Zapier
Zapier
Automation
SQL
SQL
Data Analysis
PostHog
PostHog
Product Analytics
Loom
Loom
Video Recording
Google Tag Manager
Google Tag Manager
Tag Management
Apollo
Apollo
Sales Intelligence
Lemlist
Lemlist
Cold Outreach
Marketo
Marketo
Marketing Automation
SEM
SEM
Search Marketing
n8n
n8n
Workflow Automation
Google
Google
Search & Ads
Meta
Meta
Social Advertising
Adobe
Adobe
Creative Suite

Marketing Tools

HubSpot, Marketo, Salesforce, Pardot, Mailchimp, ActiveCampaign

Analytics & Data

Google Analytics, Mixpanel, Amplitude, Tableau, Looker, SQL

Design & Content

Figma, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, Notion, Airtable

The answers to the most
popular frequent questions

Can't find your answer? Send an email and I will get back to you.

What's your approach to product marketing?

I focus on data-driven strategies that combine customer insights with market research. My approach centers on understanding the customer journey, developing clear value propositions, and creating measurable campaigns that drive both awareness and conversion.

How do you measure marketing success?

I track a combination of leading and lagging indicators including conversion rates, customer acquisition cost, lifetime value, brand awareness metrics, and revenue attribution. The key is aligning metrics with business objectives and ensuring they're actionable.

What industries do you specialize in?

I have extensive experience in B2B SaaS, AI/ML products, e-commerce, and fintech. I particularly enjoy working with technology companies that are solving complex problems and need help communicating their value to the market.

How do you stay current with marketing trends?

I'm constantly learning through industry publications, attending conferences, participating in marketing communities, and experimenting with new tools and platforms. I also believe in the power of data to validate trends rather than just following the latest buzz.

What's your availability for new projects?

I'm currently available for new opportunities and consulting projects. I typically work with 2-3 clients at a time to ensure I can provide the attention and results each project deserves. Let's discuss your specific needs and timeline.

Your product deserves traction.

Let's make it happen.

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