Carl King

Co-Founder

Fareham, England, United Kingdom3 yrs 8 mos experience

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Key Highlights

Secured key investment for maritime SAAS platform.
Boosted user base from 5,000 to 75,000.
Launched Seafarer Social to enhance crew welfare.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Digital Marketing Expert in the Maritime Technology sector.

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Skills

Core Skills

Social Media MarketingContent StrategyDigital MarketingNew Business DevelopmentPublic RelationsAdvertising

Other Skills

Search Engine Optimization (SEO)Influencer MarketingShippingSocial MediaCreative Content CreationPaid Search CampaignsEmail MarketingPay Per Click (PPC)PartnershipsTravelInternational BusinessBusinessLeisure IndustryManagementCross-cultural Communication Skills

About

As a Digital Marketing Consultant at Seafarer Social and an Investor and Lead Marketing Director at Crewin, I combine my passion for maritime technology and communication with my expertise in social media marketing and new business development. I have a BSc in International Business from the University of Kent, where I honed my skills in strategic thinking and cross-cultural management. I have a proven track record of delivering results and innovation in the maritime industry, having secured a key investment for a SAAS platform that connects seafarers with jobs through local agencies, and boosted its user base from 5,000 to 75,000 by creating engaging content that highlights seafarers' lives and contributions. I also launched Seafarer Social, partnering with maritime organisations to improve crew welfare and retention with impactful stories and campaigns. At Crewin, I lead the marketing efforts to establish the brand as a leader in yachting employment, aligning the message with the core values and target audience. My goal is to help maritime businesses and organisations connect with the next generation of seafarers through digital marketing.

Experience

International maritime organization

Communications Consultant

Jan 2025 – Sep 2025 · 8 mos · London Area, United Kingdom · Hybrid

Seafarer social

Founder

Jan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 2 mos · London Area, United Kingdom · Remote

With a solid foundation in advertising and social media marketing, Carl ventured into maritime technology marketing, becoming a trailblazer after securing a key investment for a startup. As Global Head of Marketing, Carl spent 12 months in Manila, Philippines, promoting a SAAS platform aimed at connecting seafarers with jobs through local agencies. Immersed in the seafaring community, Carl gained deep insights into their challenges and potential for content creation, boosting the platform's users from 5,000 to 75,000 by highlighting seafarers' lives and contributions to the global economy.
In 2023, back in the UK, Carl launched Seafarer Social, partnering with maritime organisations to improve crew welfare and retention with engaging content. Seafarer Social, under Carl's leadership, is redefining maritime communication, emphasising the importance of seafarers' stories in the industry's future

Content StrategySocial Media MarketingSearch Engine Optimization (SEO)Influencer MarketingShipping

Crewin

Investor

Nov 2023 – Present · 2 yrs 4 mos · United Kingdom · Remote

As an investor and the lead marketing director at Crewin, my role intertwines a strategic vision with actionable insights to elevate our brand in the superyachting industry. I am dedicated to enhancing Crewin's market presence, fostering brand development, and spearheading initiatives for growth and innovation. Guiding our marketing efforts, I aim to firmly establish Crewin as a leading name in yachting employment, ensuring our message resonates clearly with our target audience and aligns with our core values.

Social Media MarketingSocial MediaCreative Content CreationDigital MarketingPaid Search Campaigns

Propelme - revolutionize your life at sea

Head of Global Marketing

Nov 2022 – Aug 2023 · 9 mos · Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines · Hybrid

Bringing power to seafarers through PropelMe via the use of marketing strategies and tactics to raise awareness about the rights and needs of seafarers, bringing to light the life of a seafarer and helping them find their next job role. My primary focus is to develop a variety of channels, including social media, advertising, public relations, and partnerships with organisations that support seafarers.

PartnershipsAdvertisingPublic RelationsSocial MediaCreative Content Creation

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Social Media MarketingNew Business DevelopmentEmail MarketingPay Per Click (PPC)Digital Marketing

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