Rodrigo Salazar

Rodrigo Salazar

Managing Director at Helios Worldwide
Bogotá, Colombia

About me

With a proven track record in Colombian, Latam, US, and global markets, as evidenced by winning 15 Effie Awards, I excel in understanding complex business challenges and translating them into creative and effective marketing, advertising and communications solutions.

As a Managing Director, my rich and diverse journey spans team, operations and financial leadership in PR, Creative, Digital, Media, Full Service Agencies and Tech companies.

Having played pivotal roles with industry giants like Pepsi, Twitter, and Gatorade, and serving as a jury member in some of the most prestigious marketing and advertising awards, I bring a unique blend of leadership and integrated marketing experience.

Recognized for orchestrating impactful strategies and fostering trustworthy, long-lasting client relationships with teams and clients, I invite you to follow me or connect via email at rodrisalazarr@gmail.com

Sector Experience

Positions

Co-Founder
It's Colombia, NOT Columbia
Colombia
2013 - Present (12 years 2 months)
Managing Director
Helios & Partners
Colombia
2024 (1 year)
Managing Director
Oct 2024 - Present · 4 mosOct 2024 to Present · 4 mos
Growth & Expansion Director, Latam Sep 2024 - Nov 2024
Growth & Expansion Director, Latam
Hylink
Colombia
2024 (1 year)
Growth & Expansion Director, Latam Jan 2024 - Sep 2024
Marketing Director Jan 2023 - May 2024
Director, Marketing - Americas
Director de Marketing
Media.Monks
Colombia
2022 (1 year)
Marketing Director
Zemoga
Colombia
2018 - 2022 (4 years)
Account Director
Bogotá, Colombia
2013 - 2018 (5 years)
Account Director
Bogotá, Colombia

Other professional activities

PHNX 2025

Awards Jury Member

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