About

Hello, I'm Laura.

I'm a marketing and communications specialist with a background in journalism, public relations, and brand storytelling. I've always been fascinated by the way communication influences people — the ability of a great story, experience, or idea to create connection and inspire action.

That passion led me to a career where I help brands build communities, strengthen their identity, and engage audiences through strategic marketing.

Today, I develop campaigns, create content, and lead communications initiatives for restaurants, schools, and businesses across the Bay Area — combining creativity, strategy, and data-driven thinking to deliver meaningful results.

“My goal is simple: create stories people remember and brands people love.”
Laura Avilez

Core Competencies

Marketing StrategySocial Media ManagementContent CreationPublic RelationsCommunity EngagementEmail MarketingBrand StorytellingInfluencer MarketingCRM & Lead AutomationSEOPaid AdvertisingEvent Coordination

Experience

Limón Restaurants

Communications & Marketing
Oct 2025 – PresentMountain View, CA

Leading comprehensive marketing and communications strategy for a 6-location restaurant group. Managing social media, influencer partnerships, event activations, and community engagement.

Notre Dame Belmont High School

Communications & Marketing
Jan 2025 – Oct 2025Belmont, CA

Managed all school communications including admissions storytelling, student success stories, event coverage, and community engagement across digital platforms.

Revioly

Communications Specialist
Nov 2019 – May 2020San Mateo, CA

Managed public relations strategies and media relations for diverse clients, developing strategic communications campaigns and building brand awareness.

CorPro

PR Manager
Feb 2018 – Aug 2019Lima, Peru

Developed and executed integrated PR campaigns, secured media placements, and built strategic media relationships for a range of clients.

Unibell SAC

Marketing Manager
Sep 2014 – Jul 2015Lima, Peru

Led marketing strategy and execution for national and international beauty brands, managing multi-channel campaigns, budgets, and cross-functional collaboration.

Education

Master's Degree

Professional Communications

University of San Francisco

Postgraduate Degree

Marketing

ESAN Graduate School of Business

Bachelor's Degree

Communications & Journalism

Universidad San Martin de Porres

Ready to Work Together?

I'd love to learn about your business and find the right way to help it grow.

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