Personal Background & Education
Charlotte Annabelle Paguyo was born into a family that valued education and community engagement, embarking on an academic path that began long before her first YouTube video. In September 2012, she enrolled at the University of Minnesota–Twin Cities, pursuing a triple major in Mass Communication, Global Studies, and Management. Over the course of four academic years (2012–2016), she amassed a total of 120+ credit hours, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree on May 7, 2016.
| Milestone | Date | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| University Enrollment | September 2012 | Admitted to UMN–Twin Cities |
| Majors Declared | November 2012 | Mass Communication, Global Studies, Management |
| Homecoming Queen Candidate | October 2013 | Ranked among top 5 nominees |
| Total Credit Hours Completed | May 2016 | 120+ credits |
| Graduation Ceremony | May 7, 2016 | Bachelor of Arts conferred |
During her sophomore year, Charlotte’s involvement in campus life peaked when she became a top-5 candidate for Homecoming Queen (October 2013), rallying more than 1,200 votes from fellow students. Her campaign slogan—“Communicate Globally, Lead Locally”—reflected her interdisciplinary interests and hinted at a future where she would bridge science, business, and community.
Career Trajectory
Upon graduation in May 2016, Charlotte transitioned into the corporate world as a Sales Representative. By July 2016, she began to lay the groundwork for her tenure in life sciences sales, demonstrating a knack for forging client relationships and closing deals worth up to $200,000 per quarter.
| Role | Company | Location | Dates | Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales Representative | Unnamed Firm | Minneapolis, MN | Jul 2016–Dec 2018 | Closed quarterly deals up to $200K |
| Life Sciences Sales Manager | Oracle Corporation | Minneapolis, MN | Jan 2019–Present | Manages a $5M+ annual portfolio |
- July 2016–December 2018: As a sales representative, she averaged 35 client meetings per month and maintained a 90% retention rate on existing accounts.
- January 2019–Present: Elevated to Life Sciences Sales Manager at Oracle, Charlotte now oversees an annual portfolio exceeding $5 million, mentoring a team of 4 junior account executives and coordinating cross-functional collaborations with R&D and marketing.
Her rapid ascent—two promotions within 48 months—speaks to both her leadership acumen and her deep understanding of scientific products. By 2024, she had delivered more than 50 major client presentations, each attended by an average of 40 decision-makers from biotech firms.
YouTube & Online Presence
Long before corporate emails and quarterly forecasts, Charlotte found her voice on the small screen. Her first personal channel, “Charlotte Paguyo”, launched in March 2015 and featured 27 travel and food vlogs by the end of 2016. These early videos—ranging from “Best Bagels in NYC” to “Sunset Strolls in Boston”—garnered a modest 15,000 total views.
| Channel Name | Launch Date | Content Focus | Videos Published | Total Views (as of Jun 2025) | Subscribers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte Paguyo | Mar 12, 2015 | Travel & Food Vlogs | 27 | 15,000 | 1,250 |
| asCEDbyme | Sep 29, 2016 | Family, Faith & Lifestyle | 180+ | 110,000,000+ | 650,000 |
The real breakthrough came on September 29, 2016, when Charlotte and her husband, Cedric Thompson Jr., co‑founded the channel asCEDbyme. By December 2018, the duo had posted 50+ vlogs, exploring themes such as:
- Family Bonding – “Weekend Getaway with Baby Madeline” (Aug 2017)
- Faith & Community – “Sunday Reflections: Gratitude 101” (Nov 2017)
- Football Fandom – “Game Day Rituals” (Oct 2018)
Fast-forward to June 20, 2025, and asCEDbyme boasts:
- 180+ videos uploaded over 105 months (Sep 2016–Jun 2025)
- A collective 110,000,000+ views, averaging 611,000 views per month
- 650,000 subscribers, growing at approximately 3,500 new subscribers monthly
Charlotte’s on‑camera charisma and knack for storytelling have turned everyday moments—such as Madeline’s first steps at 14 months—into viral, heartwarming content. Her solo channel remains active as a niche space for food critiques and solo travel tips.
Marriage & Family Life
Charlotte’s personal and professional worlds converged in one milestone event on July 13, 2016, when she married Cedric Thompson Jr., a former NFL safety and fellow University of Minnesota alumnus. Their wedding at The Machine Shop in Minneapolis was attended by 300 guests, featured 4 tiers of cake, and even included a mini highlight reel of Cedric’s college football career.
| Family Member | Relationship | Birth/Marriage Date | Notable Fact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedric Thompson Jr. | Husband | Married Jul 13, 2016 | NFL safety; UMN alumnus |
| Madeline Parker Thompson | Daughter | Born Aug 3, 2017 | Star of multiple vlogs by age 2 |
| Tedric Thompson | Brother‑in‑Law | Drafted May 2017 | Seattle Seahawks safety; Cedric’s younger bro |
Since their wedding:
- They have celebrated 2 wedding anniversaries as newlyweds by the end of 2018, and 9 anniversaries by 2025.
- Their daughter, Madeline, made her vlogging debut at 8 months old in the “Holiday Hugs” video (Dec 2017), earning over 500,000 views within 72 hours.
- Cedric’s brother, Tedric Thompson, joined the Seattle Seahawks in May 2017, briefly overlapping with Cedric’s Vikings tenure in 2017.
Charlotte often quips that her “official assistant” is Madeline, who at just 7 years old (as of 2025) already understands the basics of camera angles and lighting.
Latest Endeavors & Public Presence
Charlotte’s public footprint remains robust in 2024–2025, with regular updates across multiple platforms:
- Instagram: 420 posts, 85,000 followers, featuring behind‑the‑scenes glimpses of her Oracle presentations and family life.
- LinkedIn: 1,200+ connections, 5 published articles on life sciences sales strategies, and an ongoing series of “Manager Mondays” since March 2022.
- Facebook: Participates in 3 community groups—UMN Alumni Network, Women in STEM Sales, and Vloggers United—with 2,400+ combined members.
Her most recent speaking engagement was at the Midwest Biotech Summit on April 15, 2025, where she delivered the keynote, “Cultivating Client Trust in Life Sciences,” to an audience of 800 professionals. In May 2025, she launched a bi‑weekly webinar series that has already attracted 1,100 registrants.
Financial Summary and Net Worth Estimates
Charlotte and Cedric don’t publish their net worth, but industry comparisons and public contracts provide estimates:
| Individual | Role | Estimated Annual Earnings | Estimated Cumulative Earnings (2016–2025) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte Annabelle Paguyo | Life Sciences Sales Manager, Oracle | $120,000–$150,000 | $1.2–$1.35 million |
| Cedric Thompson Jr. | NFL Safety (2016–2018) | $500,000–$850,000 | $1.5–$2.4 million |
| Madeline Parker Thompson | N/A | N/A | N/A |
- Charlotte’s salary grew from approximately $65,000 in 2016 to an estimated $135,000 by 2025, reflecting annual raises and promotions.
- Cedric’s NFL earnings spanned 3 seasons (2016–2018), with standard mid‑tier safety contracts averaging $650,000 per year.
- Combined, the couple’s gross earnings over 9 years likely exceed $2.7 million, before taxes and expenses.
Charlotte often jokes that the real value of her YouTube channels is “priceless,” though ad revenue and sponsorships may add an extra $20,000–$50,000 annually.
Summary Table of Key Metrics
| Category | Metric | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Education | Credit Hours Completed | 120+ |
| Career | Promotions Since 2016 | 2 |
| YouTube | Total Channels | 2 |
| asCEDbyme Videos | 180+ | |
| asCEDbyme Subscribers | 650,000 | |
| asCEDbyme Total Views | 110,000,000+ | |
| Family | Wedding Date | July 13, 2016 |
| Daughter’s Birth Date | August 3, 2017 | |
| Financial | Estimated Combined Earnings | $2.7+ million (2016–2025) |
| Public Speaking | Keynotes in 2025 | 1 |
FAQ
What degrees does Charlotte hold?
She graduated with a BA in Mass Communication, Global Studies, and Management from the University of Minnesota–Twin Cities in May 2016.
Charlotte and Cedric married when?
They married on July 13, 2016, at The Machine Shop in Minneapolis.
How many subscribers does asCEDbyme have?
As of June 2025, the asCEDbyme YouTube channel has around 650,000 subscribers.
When was Madeline born?
Madeline Parker Thompson was born on August 3, 2017.
What is Charlotte’s role at Oracle?
She has managed a $5 million+ annual portfolio as a Life Sciences Sales Manager since January 2019.
