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

We Analyzed 100+ Salesflow Reviews - Here’s the Truth Nobody Tells You
Reviews

We Analyzed 100+ Salesflow Reviews - Here’s the Truth Nobody Tells You

Unfiltered truth from 100+ real Salesflow users. See how it really performs, what breaks, and if it’s worth your LinkedIn outreach budget.
Apollo Scraper Review: Features, Pricing, Pros and Cons
Reviews

Apollo Scraper Review: Features, Pricing, Pros and Cons

In-depth Apollo Scraper review covering features, pros, cons, pricing, and the best alternative, Salesforge Chrome Extension, for smarter lead generation.
12 AI Sales Intelligence Tools for Smart Prospecting in 2025
Tools

12 AI Sales Intelligence Tools for Smart Prospecting in 2025

Cut through noise with AI sales intelligence. Compare 12 top tools, key features, pricing, and use cases to focus prospecting and book more meetings.
In-depth Linked Helper Review 2025: What 100+ Users Really Say
Reviews

In-depth Linked Helper Review 2025: What 100+ Users Really Say

Discover our 2025 Linked Helper review with insights from 100+ real users. Learn about features, pricing, pros, cons, and how it can boost your LinkedIn outreach.
Ultimate Dripify Review and Pricing: What You Need to Know Before Buying?
Reviews

Ultimate Dripify Review and Pricing: What You Need to Know Before Buying?

Thinking about Dripify? Read our 2025 review covering pricing, features, pros, cons, and hidden costs. See if Dripify is worth $59–$99/month—or if Salesforge is the better multi-channel alternative.
5 Best AmpleMarket Alternatives & Competitors for Cold Email Outreach
Tools

5 Best AmpleMarket Alternatives & Competitors for Cold Email Outreach

Looking for Amplemarket alternatives in 2025? We reviewed 5 best competitors—Salesforge, Clay, Smartlead, Lemlist & Outreach—covering features, pricing, pros & cons to help you choose the right cold outreach tool.
Mastering Email Outreach: Strategies to Boost Deliverability & Minimize Risks
Cold Outreach

Mastering Email Outreach: Strategies to Boost Deliverability & Minimize Risks

Discover expert strategies to optimize cold email outreach. Learn how to maintain clean lists, respect recipients, and leverage technology for maximum impact and minimal risk.
What is Vibe Selling? Ultimate Guide For Sales Reps
Tutorials & Guides

What is Vibe Selling? Ultimate Guide For Sales Reps

Vibe Selling is how modern reps win—by making buyers feel like buying. Learn how tone, timing, and tools like Salesforge drive better replies.