Merly Banga
Davao City, Province Of Davao Del Sur
Summary
Dynamic Lead Generation Specialist with proven success at Clean Media in driving qualified leads through strategic outreach and CRM management. Skilled in customer engagement and accurate data entry, I excel at nurturing relationships and executing effective campaigns, contributing to significant growth in client acquisition and market presence.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Generation Specialist
Clean Media
07.2017 - 10.2025
- Prospect Research: Identify potential clients through online research, databases, social platforms, and industry directories.
- Lead Qualification: Evaluate prospects based on predefined criteria (budget, authority, need, timeline, industry, etc.).
- Outbound Outreach: Conduct emailing, and social media engagement (e.g., LinkedIn) to generate interest and set appointments.
- CRM Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of leads, interactions, and follow-ups in the company’s CRM system.
- Campaign Execution: Assist in developing and executing lead nurturing campaigns, including email sequences and follow-up strategies.
- Collaboration with Sales Team: Work closely with sales representatives to pass qualified leads and ensure smooth handoff.
- Market Awareness: Stay updated on industry trends, competitors, and potential market opportunities.
Social Media Growth Especialist
Spotted Places
01.2015 - 06.2017
- I help brands and creators grow their Instagram accounts organically through strategic content planning, hashtag optimization, engagement tactics, and audience development. No bots, no fake followers—only real, authentic growth.
- Responsible for developing and executing organic Instagram growth strategies, including optimizing content for reach, implementing engagement routines, managing community interactions, researching hashtags, analyzing account insights, and identifying opportunities to increase followers and engagement through authentic, compliant methods. Works closely with content creators, marketing teams, and brand managers to drive sustainable Instagram growth without paid promotions or automation tools.
Web Research and Data Encoder
Freelancer.com
08.2013 - 09.2016
- Conduct thorough web research to gather relevant information based on project requirements.
- Verify the reliability and accuracy of data from multiple sources.
- Compile research findings into organized reports, spreadsheets, or documents.
- Identify new sources of information that support company goals.
- Accurately encode collected data into company systems, spreadsheets, or databases.
- Maintain consistent formatting and follow internal data entry standards.
- Update existing information as needed to ensure data accuracy.
- Review encoded data for errors and correct discrepancies promptly.
Amazon Product Searcher
Freelancer.com
10.2014 - 01.2015
- Conducted thorough market research to identify trending products and consumer preferences.
- Organize research results into spreadsheets, dashboards, or databases.
- Maintain accurate logs of product findings and test batches.
- Create weekly research reports summarizing product opportunities and market insights.
General Office Administrator
Nikkeijin Agency
05.2012 - 01.2013
- Prepare, organize, and maintain documents, files, and records.
- Handle incoming and outgoing emails, phone calls, and correspondence.
- Draft and format reports, memos, letters, and presentations.
- Manage office calendars and assist with scheduling appointments or meetings.
- Encode and update information into databases, spreadsheets, or company systems.
- Ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and proper storage of records.
- Prepare summaries, logs, and simple reports as needed.
Quality Inspector / Japanese - Tagalog Interpreter
Shinto Kogyo
10.2005 - 10.2011
- Conducted thorough inspections of incoming materials to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Collaborated with production teams to address quality issues and implement corrective measures.
- Translate spoken Japanese to Tagalog and vice versa accurately and clearly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Engineering
University Of Mindanao
Davao City, Province Of Davao Del Sur, PhilippinesBBA -
University Of Mindanao
Davao City, Province Of Davao Del Sur, Philippines03-2005
Skills
- Accurate data entry
- Customer Service-oriented
- CRM management
- Data entry
- Customer engagement
- Multitasking
- LinkedIn sales navigator
- Sales tools and techniques
- Retargeting campaigns
- Partnership development
- Direct mail campaigns
- Outbound marketing
Timeline
Lead Generation Specialist
Clean Media
07.2017 - 10.2025
Social Media Growth Especialist
Spotted Places
01.2015 - 06.2017
Amazon Product Searcher
Freelancer.com
10.2014 - 01.2015
Web Research and Data Encoder
Freelancer.com
08.2013 - 09.2016
General Office Administrator
Nikkeijin Agency
05.2012 - 01.2013
Quality Inspector / Japanese - Tagalog Interpreter
Shinto Kogyo
10.2005 - 10.2011
Bachelor of Science - Engineering
University Of Mindanao
BBA -
University Of Mindanao
Web Browsing, Cooking,
I love exploring topics ranging from science, technology, history, and arts.