Top Talent like Lauren are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Lauren Murillo

Sales & Business Development Manager
Creative & Brand Strategist
Growth Product Manager
Jersey City, NJ, US
Top Earner
Community Building
Business Development
Product Marketing
Go-to-market Strategy
Strategic Partnerships
Consumer Behavior
Email Marketing
Lead Generation
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI)
Sustainability
Sustainable Fashion
Nonprofits
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Full-Time Roles
I help marketplaces and community platforms launch and scale high-growth categories, partnerships, and new markets.
Most recently at Whatnot, I’ve built categories from 0 to category leaders across new verticals. I’ve worked directly with partners to scale into multi-million-dollar businesses, led high-impact platform events, and partnered with major influencers, podcast hosts, and professional athletes to unlock new revenue streams. Previously, I co-founded a YC-backed company ($500K+ raised), giving me firsthand experience building from 0 to 1 and operating in fast-moving, high-growth environments. Today, I work with early to growth-stage companies on: * Category and marketplace expansion * User acquisition and monetization strategy * Influencer and partnership ecosystems * Go-to-market for new verticals and geographies If you’re building a marketplace, creator-driven platform, or expanding into a new category or market, I bring both strategic insight and hands-on execution experience to help you grow faster.

Work History

P

Biz Dev, PR, & Marketing Specialist

Pangea - Worked with high-profile clients ranging from Emmy Award-winning journalists to artificial intelligence startups helping them with business strategy, marketing, and sales tactics - Created engaged communities of thousands of members/users for startups in the sustainability sphere - Built and/or contributed to websites from blog content to web copy to web design - Coordinated PR landing big partnerships such as FOX News and New York Fashion Week - Grown profitable social media pages to 12k+ followers
C

Co-Founder, Creative Director

Club Dressd - Manages team of developers, editors, and interns - Drive sales through engagement of clients and promotional campaigns - Developed website, marketplace, and magazine for women growing their own business in the fashion industry - Coordinated partnerships with 7 different official New York Fashion Week events - Collaborated with renowned leaders in the sustainable fashion industry to bring mentorship to club members - VC + Angel Investor Backed
D

CMO

Dressd RentalsFeb 2021 - Oct 2023 • 2 yrs 9 mos- Built peer-to-peer clothing rental company of 6k+ users from ground up - Launched app and website - Spearheaded a campaign that lead to the onboarding of 70+ universities across the US to an ambassador program - VC + Angel Investor Backed
S

Freelance - Sustainability, DEI, & Nonprofit

Self-EmployedMission-driven organization growth
N

Contact Tracer and Case Investigator

New York State Department of HealthMay 2020 - Nov 2021 • 1 yr 7 mos Used web-based CRM platform to call several COVID-19 cases and contacts each day in order to improve communication and reduce transmission of the virus Conducted confidential public record searches as Lexis Nexis Specialist for team of 25 members
F

Campus Manager

Fresh Prints Custom Apparel Mar 2017 - Dec 2020 • 3 yrs 10 mos Assessed collegiate market and spearheads promotional campaign, reaching out to 25 campus groups and organizations per week, to promote national custom apparel company Responsible for outreach to new clients, developing relationships, attaining/managing/executing sale orders Surpassed $100,000 in sales of custom apparel to 30+ clubs and organizations on and off campus Helped create art ideas and graphic designs for organizations Assembled a steady client base comprising of on and off campus clubs, organizations, and Greek Life that regularly requires custom apparel
C

Special Events Intern

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Feb 2020 - May 2020 • 4 mos Facilitated the development and production of event materials Supported public relations and social media efforts by working closely with the communications team Undertook event logistics in the planning process and at the event
U

Communication Intern

University at Buffalo Athletics Department Aug 2019 - Feb 2020 • 7 mos Responsible for all aspects of the University at Buffalos Division 1 football and basketball team Instagram accounts including stories, highlights, posts, and promotions Coverage of all 16 Division 1 programs at the university Collaborated with marketing manager on promotional campaigns Attended weekly press conferences and conduct interviews with the players and coaches
D

Member at Large

Delta Phi Epsilon Jan 2019 - Jan 2020 • 1 yr 1 mo Identified potential sisterhood event opportunities at the local level and create campaigns to seize those opportunities Managed all aspects of the event planning process including venue identification, printing and design of materials, and budget tracking Lead Standards Board meetings and hold members accountable for their actions
C

Media Marketing Intern

CliffHanger Academy May 2019 - Aug 2019 • 4 mosBuilt company's social channels and campaigns for Facebook, Instagram, Google+, LinkedIn and Twitter Supported PR, by creating materials and outreach to relevant news outlets and early adopters. Performed background research on current topics in psychology, neuroscience, action sports, coaching and personal development.
W

Launch Lead

WhatnotFull-time Employee
Reviews
Exceeds Expectations
Exceeds ExpectationsRecommended by clients 12 times.
Exceeds Expectations
Top EarnerHas earned $10k+ on Pangea.
Lauren has received Kudos for:
Teamwork (6)
Problem Solving (2)
Time Management (2)
Responsiveness (2)
Reliability (6)
Innovation (3)
Independence (4)
Communication (6)

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"Lauren has been an integral player in the success of the Pangea.app partnership with New Degree Press. New Degree Press is a hybrid publisher that has helped thousands of authors tell their stories. Pangea partners with NDP to help their authors get matched with Publishing Assistants and other freelancers who help them launch their books. Lauren was one of the first Pangea freelancers to be hired by an author through this program and has since supported numerous authors at all stages of their publishing journey. She also has been an asset in helping this program continue to thrive as Lauren volunteers her time to speak at author workshops to detail what it's like to work with a Pangean and break down the value freelancers can provide authors. Lauren is professional, resourceful, and committed. If you're an author reading this, or any company looking for someone dedicated with a knack for marketing send Lauren a connect or invite to your job & you won't be disappointed! "
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Kacie G.Pangea.app
" Lauren has done an amazing job! The copy she wrote is engaging and lively, and it really helped to capture the tone for our company. She is also great about taking feedback and making changes, and is a very talented and professional copywriter. I look forward to continuing to work together!"
Shail S.ParagraphAI
"Bringing Lauren onboard was a gamechanger for our project! She brings a depth of expertise in strategy & planning, as well as executing a carefully coordinated schedule. Highly recommend working with her!"
Evan D.Tahoe Lead Removal Project

Education

University At Buffalo

Bachelor's Degree, CommunicationSep 2016 - May 2020

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How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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I help marketplaces and community platforms launch and scale high-growth categories, partnerships, and new markets.
Most recently at Whatnot, I’ve built categories from 0 to category leaders across new verticals. I’ve worked directly with partners to scale into multi-million-dollar businesses, led high-impact platform events, and partnered with major influencers, podcast hosts, and professional athletes to unlock new revenue streams. Previously, I co-founded a YC-backed company ($500K+ raised), giving me firsthand experience building from 0 to 1 and operating in fast-moving, high-growth environments. Today, I work with early to growth-stage companies on: * Category and marketplace expansion * User acquisition and monetization strategy * Influencer and partnership ecosystems * Go-to-market for new verticals and geographies If you’re building a marketplace, creator-driven platform, or expanding into a new category or market, I bring both strategic insight and hands-on execution experience to help you grow faster.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call

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Growth Marketing Management • Creative & Brand Strategy • Product Design • 3 years of exp. • New York, NY, US

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Camille Boiteux

Multilingual self-starter enthusiastic about Social Media
Sales & Business Development • Social Media Marketing • Product Marketing • 4 years of exp. • SF, CA, US

Top Talent like Lauren are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Lauren Murillo

Sales & Business Development Manager
Creative & Brand Strategist
Growth Product Manager
Jersey City, NJ, US
Top Earner
Community Building
Business Development
Product Marketing
Go-to-market Strategy
Strategic Partnerships
Consumer Behavior
Email Marketing
Lead Generation
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI)
Sustainability
Sustainable Fashion
Nonprofits
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Full-Time Roles

Work History

P

Biz Dev, PR, & Marketing Specialist

Pangea - Worked with high-profile clients ranging from Emmy Award-winning journalists to artificial intelligence startups helping them with business strategy, marketing, and sales tactics - Created engaged communities of thousands of members/users for startups in the sustainability sphere - Built and/or contributed to websites from blog content to web copy to web design - Coordinated PR landing big partnerships such as FOX News and New York Fashion Week - Grown profitable social media pages to 12k+ followers
C

Co-Founder, Creative Director

Club Dressd - Manages team of developers, editors, and interns - Drive sales through engagement of clients and promotional campaigns - Developed website, marketplace, and magazine for women growing their own business in the fashion industry - Coordinated partnerships with 7 different official New York Fashion Week events - Collaborated with renowned leaders in the sustainable fashion industry to bring mentorship to club members - VC + Angel Investor Backed
D

CMO

Dressd RentalsFeb 2021 - Oct 2023 • 2 yrs 9 mos- Built peer-to-peer clothing rental company of 6k+ users from ground up - Launched app and website - Spearheaded a campaign that lead to the onboarding of 70+ universities across the US to an ambassador program - VC + Angel Investor Backed
S

Freelance - Sustainability, DEI, & Nonprofit

Self-EmployedMission-driven organization growth
N

Contact Tracer and Case Investigator

New York State Department of HealthMay 2020 - Nov 2021 • 1 yr 7 mos Used web-based CRM platform to call several COVID-19 cases and contacts each day in order to improve communication and reduce transmission of the virus Conducted confidential public record searches as Lexis Nexis Specialist for team of 25 members
F

Campus Manager

Fresh Prints Custom Apparel Mar 2017 - Dec 2020 • 3 yrs 10 mos Assessed collegiate market and spearheads promotional campaign, reaching out to 25 campus groups and organizations per week, to promote national custom apparel company Responsible for outreach to new clients, developing relationships, attaining/managing/executing sale orders Surpassed $100,000 in sales of custom apparel to 30+ clubs and organizations on and off campus Helped create art ideas and graphic designs for organizations Assembled a steady client base comprising of on and off campus clubs, organizations, and Greek Life that regularly requires custom apparel
C

Special Events Intern

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Feb 2020 - May 2020 • 4 mos Facilitated the development and production of event materials Supported public relations and social media efforts by working closely with the communications team Undertook event logistics in the planning process and at the event
U

Communication Intern

University at Buffalo Athletics Department Aug 2019 - Feb 2020 • 7 mos Responsible for all aspects of the University at Buffalos Division 1 football and basketball team Instagram accounts including stories, highlights, posts, and promotions Coverage of all 16 Division 1 programs at the university Collaborated with marketing manager on promotional campaigns Attended weekly press conferences and conduct interviews with the players and coaches
D

Member at Large

Delta Phi Epsilon Jan 2019 - Jan 2020 • 1 yr 1 mo Identified potential sisterhood event opportunities at the local level and create campaigns to seize those opportunities Managed all aspects of the event planning process including venue identification, printing and design of materials, and budget tracking Lead Standards Board meetings and hold members accountable for their actions
C

Media Marketing Intern

CliffHanger Academy May 2019 - Aug 2019 • 4 mosBuilt company's social channels and campaigns for Facebook, Instagram, Google+, LinkedIn and Twitter Supported PR, by creating materials and outreach to relevant news outlets and early adopters. Performed background research on current topics in psychology, neuroscience, action sports, coaching and personal development.
W

Launch Lead

WhatnotFull-time Employee
Reviews
Exceeds Expectations
Exceeds ExpectationsRecommended by clients 12 times.
Exceeds Expectations
Top EarnerHas earned $10k+ on Pangea.
Lauren has received Kudos for:
Teamwork (6)
Problem Solving (2)
Time Management (2)
Responsiveness (2)
Reliability (6)
Innovation (3)
Independence (4)
Communication (6)

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua.

"Lauren has been an integral player in the success of the Pangea.app partnership with New Degree Press. New Degree Press is a hybrid publisher that has helped thousands of authors tell their stories. Pangea partners with NDP to help their authors get matched with Publishing Assistants and other freelancers who help them launch their books. Lauren was one of the first Pangea freelancers to be hired by an author through this program and has since supported numerous authors at all stages of their publishing journey. She also has been an asset in helping this program continue to thrive as Lauren volunteers her time to speak at author workshops to detail what it's like to work with a Pangean and break down the value freelancers can provide authors. Lauren is professional, resourceful, and committed. If you're an author reading this, or any company looking for someone dedicated with a knack for marketing send Lauren a connect or invite to your job & you won't be disappointed! "
Kacie G.Pangea.app
" Lauren has done an amazing job! The copy she wrote is engaging and lively, and it really helped to capture the tone for our company. She is also great about taking feedback and making changes, and is a very talented and professional copywriter. I look forward to continuing to work together!"
Shail S.ParagraphAI
"Bringing Lauren onboard was a gamechanger for our project! She brings a depth of expertise in strategy & planning, as well as executing a carefully coordinated schedule. Highly recommend working with her!"
Evan D.Tahoe Lead Removal Project

Education

University At Buffalo

Bachelor's Degree, CommunicationSep 2016 - May 2020

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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