Vicky Antonenkova

Account Executive
Vicky Antonenkova is an Account Executive at The Forge where she relentlessly builds high-velocity sales pipelines by marrying human savvy with AI-driven tools. In just three months on the job, she exceeded quota at 116% in month three, hosted over 200 demos from day one, and grew her LinkedIn following to more than 5,000. Vicky brings a tech-forward, no-nonsense approach to B2B sales. She champions solutions like AI-powered LinkedIn message generation and spintax personalization in cold email copy - tools she actively uses and evangelizes to save time and improve deliverability. Before joining Salesforge, Vicky’s background includes studies at the University of Warwick and foundational sales roles in SaaS. At Salesforge, her passion is real: empowering SDRs to scale outreach with AI agents, tools, and best-in-class infrastructure while maintaining personalization and performance.

Blog posts by Vicky Antonenkova

Tips & Tutorials

8 Lead Generation Solutions You Need to Experiment With

Explore innovative tools for B2B lead generation that leverage AI and automation to enhance targeting, engagement, and conversion strategies.
Vicky Antonenkova
Account Executive
Tools

Real-Time Data Integration in AI-Powered Sales Tools

Explore how real-time data integration enhances AI-powered sales tools, boosting efficiency and decision-making for sales teams.
Vicky Antonenkova
Account Executive
Cold Email

How AI Predicts B2B Sales Pipeline Success

Explore how AI is revolutionizing B2B sales through enhanced forecasting, lead targeting, and faster deal cycles, driving significant revenue growth.
Vicky Antonenkova
Account Executive
Tips & Tutorials

Top 7 Metrics for Sales Automation ROI

Explore seven essential metrics that reveal the ROI of sales automation, from lead conversion rates to customer lifetime value.
Vicky Antonenkova
Account Executive
Tools

We Tested 7 BetterContact Alternatives for List Building

Tested 7 BetterContact alternatives for cleaner leads, more credits, and fewer bugs. Compare tools like Leadsforge, Apollo, Clay & more.
Vicky Antonenkova
Account Executive
Tips & Tutorials

Ultimate Guide to AI Sales Workflow Automation

Explore how AI sales workflow automation enhances efficiency, boosts ROI, and transforms lead management for sales teams.
Vicky Antonenkova
Account Executive
Tips & Tutorials

How to Get Unlimited Leads for Free Using Deepseek

Discover how Deepseek, a free and open-source AI tool, can revolutionize your lead generation by automating data collection from Google searches, niche directories, and broad listings.
Vicky Antonenkova
Account Executive
Cold Email

How to Find Leads with LinkedIn Sales Navigator: Complete Tutorial, Tips & Tricks

Unlock the full potential of LinkedIn Sales Navigator with our masterclass guide. Learn expert tips, filters, and strategies to find targeted B2B leads and boost your sales outreach.
Vicky Antonenkova
Account Executive
Cold Email

How AI Powers Real-Time Data Cleansing

Explore how AI enhances real-time data cleansing by improving accuracy, reducing costs, and streamlining decision-making processes.
Vicky Antonenkova
Account Executive
Cold Email

Behavioral Insights for Personalizing B2B Emails

Utilizing behavioral data in B2B emails boosts engagement and conversions by tailoring messages to user actions and interests.
Vicky Antonenkova
Account Executive
Cold Email

AI Lead Scoring: Segmenting High-Value Prospects

Explore how AI lead scoring enhances sales efficiency by automating prioritization and segmenting high-value prospects for better conversion rates.
Vicky Antonenkova
Account Executive
Tools

7 Best Hunter.io Alternatives & Competitors for List Building (2025)

Explore 7 Hunter.io alternatives that offer richer data, outreach tools, and better pricing—compare pros, cons, and pricing to boost your 2025 lead gen.
Vicky Antonenkova
Account Executive
Tips & Tutorials

Lead Generation Checklist for Small Business

Learn five essential steps to enhance lead generation for small businesses, from defining target audiences to automating outreach campaigns.
Vicky Antonenkova
Account Executive
Reviews

We Tried Databar AI for 30 Days: Here's Our Insights

We tested Databar AI for 30 days across real workflows. Discover its no-code Google Sheets enrichment, automation wins, limitations, and who should (or shouldn’t) use it.
Vicky Antonenkova
Account Executive
Tips & Tutorials

11+ Best B2B Data Providers for SMBs (2025 Rankings + Pricing)

Struggling with bad leads? Discover 11 best B2B data providers for SMBs, their costs, strengths, and how to pick the right one to fix your outbound strategy.
Vicky Antonenkova
Account Executive