Mona Faris

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About

High performing marketing professional with a passion for end-to-end management, 10+ years of impacting positive organizational outcomes through digital, influencer marketing and strategy to execution marketing. Confident in ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex, high-stakes problems.

Senior Marketing Strategist & Digital Expert

  • Website: www.monafaris.com
  • City: Dubai, UAE

Facts

Mona Faris is an experienced senior brand strategist who worked for 10+ years in multinational companies such as Benefit Cosmetics, Johnson & Johnson and L’Oreal specializing in the Africa, Middle East, & Turkey regions. Throughout her multinational career Mona has led numerous beauty brands throughout various life cycles to ensure a clear road-to-market, digital & pipeline strategy for long-term success.

Years of experience

brands

global best practices

Skills

Experienced Senior Brand Manager with specialization in Digital Media with 8.5 years experience building brand identity, social media platforms, campaign ideation & execution. Well-versed in social media marketing, analytics, content writing, & campaign management.

Digital Marketing 100%
Marketing Strategy 100%
Market Research 80%
Public Relations 80%
Teamwork 100%
Problem Solving 80%

Resume

Summary

Mona Faris

Education

Master's of Strategic Marketing

2014 - 2015

University of Wollongong in Dubai

Bachelor of Business Administration

2009 - 2013

The American University in Cairo

Professional Experience

Regional Digital Marketing Manager - Benefit Cosmetics

2024 - Present

LVMH - Benefit Cosmetics, UAE

  • Designed and executed a comprehensive content strategy, driving year-round brand voice consistency and exceeding KPIs across digital platforms.
  • Launched the “Benefit Kitchen Ramadan YouTube Show,” achieving record-breaking engagement and organic views in GCC through innovative influencer partnerships.
  • Led and developed a high-performing team of two, fostering innovation and delivering high-impact marketing campaigns aligned with Benefit's vision.
  • Elevated audience engagement by optimizing content with algorithm-driven strategies and keyword best practices, enhancing discoverability.

Regional Creative Product Marketing Manager

2023

TikTok, UAE

  • Drove product adoption and partner value by managing 160+ creative campaigns across industries, surpassing revenue targets.
  • Conceptualized and executed creator and influencer campaigns for 10+ major brands, unlocking business growth opportunities in the METAP region.
  • Conducted in-depth market analysis to adapt products to regional needs and led the development of GTM strategies, driving customer acquisition and retention.

Regional Senior Brand Manager - Neutrogena

2021 - 2023

Johnson & Johnson, UAE

  • Spearheaded Neutrogena’s brand strategy across Africa, the Middle East, and Turkey, delivering above-industry benchmark video view-through rates (VTRs) through the award-winning "Neutrogena Your Skin" Ramadan campaign.
  • Created and launched “Neutrogena Your Skin” with Google, a Ramadan educational show with celebrity and influencers, increasing Neutrogena brand awareness amongst Arab consumers, and had the highest VTR (in J&J) and above industry benchmark. Won best practice case study & presented globally in YouTube festival
  • Led the 5+ year pipeline strategy, optimizing the product portfolio and developing long-term winning bets for market growth.
  • Orchestrated PR activations and coordinated regional launches, ensuring seamless brand execution across markets.

Regional Portfolio Manager - Haircare & Skincare

2020 - 2021

Johnson & Johnson, UAE

  • Achieved 30% portfolio growth for haircare, skincare, and derma brands across the region by aligning strategies with market insights and sales objectives.
  • Developed and led OGX and Maui PR launch with over 120+ influencer attendance, relaunch for Aveeno skincare brand in Middle East by creating cross functional squad and leading workshops with retailers & distributor partners.
  • Created & launched OGX Meta best practice campaign that 3X sales during COVID19 on e-commerce channels, becoming a global best practice across Johnson & Johnson and published with Meta.

Regional Brand Manager - Haircare & Skincare

2017 - 2020

Johnson & Johnson, UAE

  • Delivered 135% sales growth for OGX, securing its position as a market leader.
  • Negotiated high-value contracts with key influencers like Dalal Aldoub, enhancing brand credibility and reach.
  • Developed and implemented a digital and influencer strategy that became a standard across all J&J brands.

Regional Brand Manager - Maybelline New York & Garnier Skincare

2016 - 2017

L'Oréal, UAE

  • Built tailored customer plans, ensuring seamless execution across retail channels.
  • Orchestrated campaigns with celebrities like Haya Abdulsalam, boosting market share and brand affinity.
  • Increased Maybelline NY and Garnier Face Care's regional engagement rates to 8% and grew the social media following by 65%.

Regional Brand Manager - Garnier Skincare

2015 - 2016

L'Oréal, UAE

  • Propelled Garnier Face Care to rank #3 in GCC markets, achieving the fastest growth rate in the region (Nielsen)
  • Developed campaigns like #NoFilterJustBB and #DoneInABlink, driving high engagement and brand love.
  • Partnered with influencers to create compelling, localized campaigns that resonated with target audiences.

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Location:

Dubai, UAE