Carlos Ascanio

Customer Success Manager

Carlos leads Client Success at The Forge, where he combines technical precision with real empathy for the sales grind. He’s the person customers call when they want to go from setup to results - fast. With nearly a decade of experience in CS, support, and account management, Carlos understands the pain points and potential of cold outreach at scale. His writing is practical, clear, and always focused on impact - whether he’s comparing lead gen platforms, walking through AI-powered prospecting workflows, or outlining how to run placement tests the right way. At The Forge, he’s a trusted advisor to clients navigating infrastructure setup, mailbox management, and automation optimization - ensuring they don’t just use the tools, but win with them.

Blog posts by Carlos Ascanio

LinkedIn InMail Messages: Is It Worth It For Cold Outreach?
Email Infrastructure

LinkedIn InMail Messages: Is It Worth It For Cold Outreach?

Learn how LinkedIn InMail Messages work, their costs, and tips to use them effectively for sales, recruiting, or networking. Find out if they’re worth it for you.
7 Best Clay Alternatives & Competitors for Automated Outreach
Reviews

7 Best Clay Alternatives & Competitors for Automated Outreach

Discover the 7 best Clay alternatives for automated outreach. Compare features and pricing to find the perfect tool for your outreach and engagement needs.
Artisan AI Review: Is It Worth AI SDR in 2025 ?
AI SDRs

Artisan AI Review: Is It Worth AI SDR in 2025 ?

Discover the truth about Artisan AI in our comprehensive review. Is it the right AI SDR solution for 2025? Find out if it's worth your investment!
Instantly Warm Up Review: Does It Really Improve Your Deliverability?
Reviews

Instantly Warm Up Review: Does It Really Improve Your Deliverability?

Read our Instantly Email Warmup review for 2024. Learn everything you need to know to improve email deliverability and boost engagement with this powerful tool.
Warm Regards vs Best Regards vs Kind Regards: Choosing the Right Email Sign-Off
Cold Outreach

Warm Regards vs Best Regards vs Kind Regards: Choosing the Right Email Sign-Off

Explore the differences between "Warm Regards," "Best Regards," and "Kind Regards." Our guide helps you select the most appropriate email sign-off for any situation
Yesware Review 2024: Features, Pricing, Pros & Cons, and its Best Alternative
Tools

Yesware Review 2024: Features, Pricing, Pros & Cons, and its Best Alternative

Dive into our 2024 Yesware Review! Uncover key features, pricing details, pros & cons, and the best alternative to elevate your email outreach strategy.
10 Tips to Lower High Cold Email Spam Rates in 2025
Tutorials & Guides

10 Tips to Lower High Cold Email Spam Rates in 2025

Learn these 10 effective tips to reduce high cold email spam rates and ensure your emails land in the inbox, not the spam folder!
5 Best Apollo.io Alternatives & Competitors in 2025
Tools

5 Best Apollo.io Alternatives & Competitors in 2025

Explore our findings on the best 5 Apollo.io alternatives & competitors for successful cold email outreach. Make an informed decision for your outreach strategy!
Apollo.io Pricing Analysis: 14 Smart Ways To Evaluate Its Worth in 2024
Tools

Apollo.io Pricing Analysis: 14 Smart Ways To Evaluate Its Worth in 2024

Explore our detailed assessment of Apollo.io pricing for SMBs to decide if it's a valuable investment. Gain insights into the features and benefits.