Alexa DaFonte — Co-Founder
Experienced marketing and growth leader with a proven track record of scaling brands and startups across various industries, including consumer, social, food and bev, & wellness. Currently heading up growth on founding team at a VC-backed consumer tech startup launching 2026. Previously served as CMO of a top-30 food and beverage app, scaling user base to 200k+ users in 6 months with zero in ad spend. I’ve led brand development and growth strategies that have driven significant user acquisition and retention, positioning the app as a standout player in the competitive consumer tech space. With expertise in growth, social dev, brand marketing, content creation, copywriting, and brand storytelling, I have successfully coordinated campaigns, produced mixed media, and shaped brand direction for diverse audiences. My passion for building meaningful brands and connecting with consumers has been the driving force behind every project I take on.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a B2C Growth Leader with expertise in Consumer Tech and Brand Marketing.
Location: New York, New York, United States
Experience: 5 yrs 4 mos
Skills
- Growth
- Leadership
- Brand Development
- Brand Engagement
- Media Strategy
- Creative Strategy
- Account Management
- Marketing
Career Highlights
- Scaled user base to 200k+ in 6 months.
- Led growth strategies for multiple startups.
- Expert in brand marketing and storytelling.
Work Experience
Lora
Founding growth (6 mos)
Sizzle
Co-founder & Chief Growth Officer (1 yr)
The Rothenberg Law Firm LLP
Brand Engagement & Media Strategy Manager (1 yr 4 mos)
Après Innovative Media
Co-Founder (1 yr 2 mos)
Vitamin Angels
Media and PR (2 yrs)
nailed it! media
Senior Account Manager (1 yr)
Chip In
Marketing Specialist (8 mos)
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science at Drexel University
Bachelor's degree at University of Massachusetts Amherst
at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
at Hopedale Jr./Sr. High School