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

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!
Snov.io Review: Good, Bad, and Better Alternative
Reviews

Snov.io Review: Good, Bad, and Better Alternative

Discover our 30-day Snov.io review and see if it’s the right tool to boost your cold outreach and scale outbound efforts. Is it worth the investment?
How to Address Multiple People in an Email? [Ultimate Guide 2025]
Cold Outreach

How to Address Multiple People in an Email? [Ultimate Guide 2025]

Need help addressing multiple people in an email? Check out our ultimate guide for 2025, packed with tips for clear and effective communication!
Top 7 Best AI Sales Tools Tested By 100+ Users in 2025
Tools

Top 7 Best AI Sales Tools Tested By 100+ Users in 2025

Explore the top 7 AI sales tools tested by 100+ users in 2025. Discover how these tools can optimize sales processes and boost productivity for your team.
Mailreef Review: 5 Pros and Cons To Know Before Investing
Email Infrastructure

Mailreef Review: 5 Pros and Cons To Know Before Investing

Thinking about investing in Mailreef? Explore our detailed Mailreef review highlighting 5 key pros and cons to help you navigate your decision with confidence.
Mailscale Review: How It Compares with 3+ Leading ESPs in Cost and Efficiency
Reviews

Mailscale Review: How It Compares with 3+ Leading ESPs in Cost and Efficiency

Explore our Mailscale review to see how it stacks up against top email service providers in terms of cost and efficiency.
We Tested 3 Lemlist Alternatives For Cold Outreach: Here's Our Findings
Reviews

We Tested 3 Lemlist Alternatives For Cold Outreach: Here's Our Findings

Discover the top 3 Lemlist alternatives for effective cold outreach! Dive into our findings and find the perfect tool to boost your email campaigns.
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!
What Is SPF, DKIM, DMARC, & How to Set It Up Correctly?
Email Infrastructure

What Is SPF, DKIM, DMARC, & How to Set It Up Correctly?

Learn the fastest way to set up SPF, DKIM, and DMARC to boost your email security without any mistakes.