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

Virtual Sales Assistant: How To Find The Best in 2025?
Tools

Virtual Sales Assistant: How To Find The Best in 2025?

Discover how Virtual Sales Assistants can help your sales team automate outreach, manage leads, and boost productivity. Compare top tools and features for 2025!
The Art of the Gentle Reminder Email: How to Nudge Without Nagging
Tutorials & Guides

The Art of the Gentle Reminder Email: How to Nudge Without Nagging

Do you want to make sure your potential customers show up to your planned meeting? Learn how to send a gentle reminder email. Learn how to nudge, not nag. Visit us at Salesforge.ai today and learn much more!
5 Smartlead Alternatives & Competitors in 2025
Tools

5 Smartlead Alternatives & Competitors in 2025

Looking for Smartlead alternatives for cold outreach in 2025? Explore our tested options for easy and effective outreach strategies to enhance your success. ‍
Top 5 Lemwarm Alternatives For Better Deliverability in 2025
Tools

Top 5 Lemwarm Alternatives For Better Deliverability in 2025

Explore the top 5 Lemwarm alternatives for improved deliverability in 2025. Find the best email warm-up tools to boost inbox placement and outreach success.
8 Best Sales Prospecting Tools & Software for 2025
B2B Lead Generation

8 Best Sales Prospecting Tools & Software for 2025

What are the best sales prospecting tools for small businesses? Check out 8 budget-friendly options that can save time and grow your leads more effortlessly!
Lead List: How do you build a strong lead list for sales?
Tutorials & Guides

Lead List: How do you build a strong lead list for sales?

Tired of dead leads and no replies? Learn how to build a high-quality lead list that boosts replies, cuts bounce rates, and helps you sell to the right people.
Mastering the Art of Cold Email Follow-Ups: 5 Examples That Will Inspire You
Tutorials & Guides

Mastering the Art of Cold Email Follow-Ups: 5 Examples That Will Inspire You

Why is it important to follow up on your initital cold email? Right here, we take a much closer look at just why following up on cold emails is import. Read our deep dive into the ups and downs of cold email follow-ups!
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.
How to Schedule an Email in Outlook: Step-by-Step Guide [2024]
Cold Outreach

How to Schedule an Email in Outlook: Step-by-Step Guide [2024]

Learn how to schedule an email in Outlook with this step-by-step guide. Master email scheduling to streamline communication and boost productivity.‍