Andre V.

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Founder and Managing Partner @ Infinito Management Consulting
Tucson, AZ, US
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About Andre V.

• Dynamic, versatile executive with record of conception & execution of out-of-the-box solutions to C-level operational and financial challenges.• Versed in multiple industries (services/industry/infrastructure), company sizes and stages of the life cycle (startup/pre-IPO/public); possess over 5+ years' of financial management experience in renewable energy (solar, wind and hydro).• Possess 20 years’ combined experience in financial management, investor relations and corporate development, including during restructurings as CRO, with foundation in M&A on Wall Street and in Latin America.• Accomplished record of value creation as executive at industry-leading companies with 1,000+ employees and minimum US$100m in equity value either publicly listed, privately owned by international private equity funds, family groups or multinationals.• Relentless focus on value creation through implementation of processes, internal controls and performance indicators.• Experienced in management of financial and operating crises, in addition to identification of business development, capital structure optimization, cost reduction (Zero Based Budgeting, etc.) and organizational restructuring opportunities.• Endowed with leadership and communications skills to galvanize teams to achieve outstanding results subject to the pressure imposed by private equity/institutional investors for above average financial performance.• Equity capital raising experience via private placements or IPO, in addition to debt capital raising with private or public institutions, including negotiation of credit rating.• Strong academic background: B.A. in Economics and Political Science from Columbia University.• Fluency in English, Spanish and Portuguese; conversational skills in French.• Dual citizenship (USA & Brazil).#financialmanagement#investorrelations#corporatefinance#accounting#consulting#transitionmanagement#transformation#restructuring#turnaround#costreduction#efficiency#governance#privateequity#infrastructure#renewableenergy#sugarcane#banking#startup#volunteering

Andre V.'s Current Company Details
Infinito Management Consulting

Infinito Management Consulting

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Founder and Managing Partner
Tucson, AZ, US
Website:
infinitoconsulting.com
Andre V. Work Experience Details
  • Infinito Management Consulting
    Founder And Managing Partner
    Infinito Management Consulting
    Tucson, Az, Us
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  • Startup Tucson
    Business Mentor
    Startup Tucson Oct 2022 - Present
    Tucson, Arizona, Us
    Startup Tucson is working to transform Southern Arizona’s economy through entrepreneurship and innovation by helping to grow a strong, vibrant startup ecosystem of companies, entrepreneurs, and talent in Tucson. To achieve its mission, Startup Tucson serves people aspiring to create or support growth of companies in the metropolitan area of Tucson. We engage people and organizations from all across the community who bring the passion, expertise and resources needed to get things done. Our organization is proud to support IdeaFunding and TENWEST Festival as community-led initiatives driven by volunteers and organizational partners, such as the University of Arizona, that are collaborating to impact the Southern Arizona community.Our organization provides entrepreneurs with the best possible resources including education, networking, team creation, mentorship and new venture financing to help turn innovative ideas into real businesses. Talented professionals mentor teams to help them strengthen their business case and provide advice on overcoming their most important challenges. Mentors are a critical piece of turning an idea into a full-fledged business.
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  • Infinito Management Consulting
    Founder And Managing Partner
    Infinito Management Consulting Jan 2002 - Present
    Key Roles:• Independent M&A Advisor to a significant, global private equity fund during a potential transaction in Brazil's renewable energy sector• Interim Director for multiple family-owned, industrial companies with leadership positions within their respective sectors until suffering liquidity and/or operating crises• Business Transformation Director for a Fintech startup launched by a high net worth individual formerly a senior executive in the Brazilian banking sector
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  • Infinito Management Consulting
    Interim Chief Financial Officer
    Infinito Management Consulting Sep 2021 - Dec 2021
    Organization: Shizen Energy of BrazilIntroduction: Shizen Energy, headquartered in Japan, is that country's 2nd largest solar EPC company and 3rd largest solar O&M organization; in Brazil, during 3Q21, the organization divested its first solar portfolio to Greenyellow.Primary Responsibilities:• Areas under management included: Accounting, Cost, Budgeting, Reporting to the Board of Directors, Tax, Accounts Receivable and Payable, Treasury, Financial Planning, Tax Planning, Legal and M&A;• Compliance management, supervision of accounting and financial reporting, including preparation of the financial statements and MD&A;• Responsible for FP&A and monthly presentations to senior management and the Board of Directors; and• Relationship management with creditors.Key Accomplishments:• Concluded accounting procedures necessary to repatriate US$500k to Company headquarters.• Initiated banking relationships with key institutions, including the Japan Bank for International Cooperation, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, BTG Pactual and XP.• Implemented upgrades to the financial model used to evaluate profitability of potential projects.• Implemented terms of joint venture for coordinated business development in partnership with leading Japanese trading group.
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  • Infinito Management Consulting
    M&A Consultant To The Managing Director Of Private Equity - Latin America
    Infinito Management Consulting Dec 2017 - Mar 2018
    Organization: Mubadala Investment CompanyIntroduction: Sovereign investment fund of Abu Dhabi (AUM US$128 billion); Latin American holdings valued at US$4 billion• Met aggressive deadline to conduct operational, financial & legal due diligence of renewable energy target (EV: US$500m)• Note: Acquisition aborted by Mubadala due to financial terms proposed by the selling party and related circumstances.
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  • Infinito Management Consulting
    Chief Restructuring Officer (Cro)
    Infinito Management Consulting Oct 2014 - Sep 2015
    Organization: The Organic Babyfood EmporiumIntroduction: Founded in 2008, the organization is a pioneer in the production and distribution of organic, flash frozen food for children in Latin America's largest consumer marketPrimary Responsibilities:• As a management consultant on one-year engagement, assumed general management in close cooperation with the Founder and the private equity investor during a severe liquidity crisis.Key Accomplishments:• Rapidly implemented an operational restructuring resulting in achievement of operation cash breakeven within 90 days.• Project outcome was a successful round of capital raising (equity and debt) to finance the expansion of installed capacity and develop two new distribution channels: mass market retailers and e-commerce sales directly to consumers.
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  • Infinito Management Consulting
    Director Business Transformation
    Infinito Management Consulting Apr 2010 - Mar 2011
    Organization: iVarejo• Developed business model and business plan of this Internet “start-up” founded by a high-net worth individual• Structured and documented all administrative and operational processes, including all appropriate legal authorizations• Managed initial stages of a second round of fund-raising with Brazil’s leading venture capital investors
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  • Infinito Management Consulting
    Interim Chief Financial Officer
    Infinito Management Consulting Sep 2004 - Sep 2005
    Organization: Helios (Largest domestically owned office and school products manufacturer, founded in 1922)Position: Interim Chief Financial Officer• Areas under management included: Accounting, Cost, Budgeting, Reporting to the Board of Directors, Tax, Accounts Receivable and Payable, Treasury, Financial Planning, Tax Planning, Negotiations with Creditors, Legal and M&A.Primary Responsibilities:• Industry Analysis• Strategic Recommendations, including revision of the Business Model and Operating Units• Budgeting• Long-term Financial Projections• Valuation• Determination of Optimal Capital Structure• Negotiation with Creditors• M&AProject Outcome: Capital injection from leading European office products manufacturer.
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  • Infinito Management Consulting
    Interim Director Of Strategic Planning And Restructuring
    Infinito Management Consulting Sep 2003 - Aug 2004
    Organization: Othon Hotels (2nd largest domestically owned hotel chain, founded in 1943)Role: Interim Director of Strategic Planning and RestructuringPrimary Responsibilities:• Industry Analysis• Strategic Recommendations, including revision of the Business Model and Operating Units• Budgeting• Long-term Financial Projections• Valuation• Determination of Optimal Capital Structure• Negotiation with Creditors• M&AProject Outcome: Term sheet from leading European hotel group to inject capital to restore liquidity.
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  • Infinito Management Consulting
    Interim Director Of Strategic Planning & Restructuring
    Infinito Management Consulting Jan 2002 - Aug 2003
    Organization: The Business Journal (Gazeta Mercantil); Leading business periodical in L/A, founded in 1920)Role: Interim Director of Strategic Planning and RestructuringPrimary Responsibilities:• Industry Analysis• Strategic Recommendations, including revision of the Business Model and Operating Units• Budgeting• Long-term Financial Projections• Valuation• Determination of Optimal Capital Structure• Negotiation with Creditors• M&AProject Outcome: Term sheet from leading European media group to inject capital to restore liquidity.
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  • Electricite De France - Sinop Energy Co.
    Head Of Financial Planning And Analysis
    Electricite De France - Sinop Energy Co. Aug 2019 - Jun 2022
    Introduction: Large-scale hydroelectric plant (Sinop HPP w/402MW capacity) in Latin America controlled by Électricité de France International (51% stake) & Eletrobras (49% stake); US$950 million investment
  • Electricite De France - Sinop Energy Co.
    Head Of Financial Planning And Analysis
    Electricite De France - Sinop Energy Co. Feb 2017 - Aug 2019
    Primary responsibilities:• Permanent regulatory compliance management, budgeting and financial reporting, including preparation of the financial statements, MD&A and Quarterly and Annual Reports, amongst other periodic obligations.• Work closely with my direct report - the Chief Financial Officer and Director of Investor Relations - to execute key projects with direct IR impact, such as public market debt capital raising.• Manage relationships with the local capital markets regulator and other significant stakeholders.Highlights:• Successfully coordinated negotiations under challenging circumstances to obtain multiple waivers from the leading Brazilian institutional fixed income investors in the Company's structured debt issuance.• Achieved challenging target of operationalizing greenfield investor relations infrastructure and reporting tools within 30 days from hiring date.• IPO in June 2017 conducted 60 days earlier than scheduled through aggressive coordination of finance, accounting, (internal/external) legal teams and independent auditors.• Supported successful US$60 million structured debt capital market issuance in midst of adverse macroeconomic and operational conditions.For additional information, please visit: https://ri.sinopenergia.com.br/default.aspx?linguagem=en#
  • Uisa
    Director Of Corporate Development, Governance, Accounting And Fp&A
    Uisa Aug 2019 - Apr 2020
    Nova Olímpia , Mato Grosso , Br
    Introduction: Founded in 1980, uisa is the largest sugar and alcohol plant in the Midwest region of Brazil. The company owns 80 thousand hectares of land and posted 2021 FY net revenues of US$168m and EBITDA of US$80m.• Areas under management included: Accounting, Cost, Budgeting, Financial Planning, Compliance, Reporting to the Board of Directors/Financial Reporting, Tax, Tax Planning and Corporate Development.• Worked in a highly integrated manner with Procurement, IT, Legal and Sales & Marketing divisions.Primary Responsibilities:• Compliance management, supervision of accounting, tax and financial reporting, including preparation of the financial statements & MD&A;• Responsible for FP&A and monthly presentations to senior management and the Board of Directors; • Relationship management with Big Four independent auditors (KPMG);• Management of special initiatives of interest to the Board of Directors (Control of “Follow Ups” at the Board Level, etc.).
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  • Rhmed Consultores Associados
    Chief Financial Officer
    Rhmed Consultores Associados Jan 2013 - Sep 2014
    São Paulo, Sp, Br
    Introduction: Founded in 1996, RHMED is the largest Health and Occupational Safety Services provider in Brazil. The private equity firm Axxon Group is the controlling shareholder.Primary Responsibilities:• Served In a transitional role during transfer of management oversight from the founding partners to the Axxon Group, a leading private equity fund focused on middle-market opportunities.• Led the post-investment transition of governance and assumed oversight of all financial activities and M&A.• Areas under management included: Accounting, Cost, Budgeting, Reporting to the Board of Directors, Tax, Accounts Receivable and Payable, Treasury, Financial Planning, Tax Planning, Legal, Procurement and M&A.• In the absence of a permanent CEO, served as a member of the Executive Committee composed of a Founder, a member of the Board of Directors and myself. The Executive Committee was the source of CEO-level decision-making during a nine month period.Highlights:• In conjunction with the Executive Committee members: (i) oversight of the review of and updates to the company's proprietary operating software (the key asset of the organization); (ii) design and implementation of a new organizational structure; and (iii) design and implementation of new strategic plan• Implementation of financial controls and operating indicators, including supervision of accounting, tax and finance;• Management of relationships with financial institutions and "Big 4"​ auditor• Design and leadership of geographical expansion strategy through M&A and Greenfield, which made merger with RHVIDA possible;• Recruitment of middle management;• Implementation of methodology to evaluate profitability;• Service as Key Account Manager of the company's largest client (40% of revenues);• Conception and leadership of the strategy to actively prospect new clients; and• Recommendation of new client management methodology to allow for scalability.Website: https://www.rhmed.com.br
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  • Laplace Finanças
    Director, Financial/M&A Advisory And Proprietary Investments
    Laplace Finanças Jan 2012 - Dec 2012
    São Paulo, Sp, Br
    Introduction: The Firm, formerly known as Arion Capital, is an independent financial advisor and asset manager that structures and acts as an equity or debt investor in Special Situations. Due to its relationships and performance, the Company is a "first-call"​ option for financial advisory services in Special Situations in Brazil.Principal Responsibilities:Asset Management (Special Situations investments):• Business development / origination• Business due diligence• Structuring of bid proposals Financial Advisory:• Business development / origination• Business analysis / strategic recommendations• Analysis of management projections• Valuation analysis• Negotiation• Analysis of capital structure & financing alternativesHighlights:• Led due diligence and bid preparation process, including preparation and presentation of the investment memorandum to the Investment Committee, for two Special Situation investment targets (Vitopel & Visum).• Supported representative of significant minority shareholder/Board Member of Bioseve, the second largest sugarcane processor in Brazil during complex negotiations concerning a public listing. Negotiations were successful and the company went public in 2013.For more information, please visit: http://www.lplc.com.br/?lang=us
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  • Olimpia Partners
    Director, Financial/M&A Advisory And Proprietary Investments
    Olimpia Partners Apr 2011 - Dec 2011
    São Paulo, Sp, Br
    Introduction: The Firm provides strategic and financial advisory services, financial structuring advisory and independent advisory to the Board of Directors and/or Senior Management. Due to its relationships, performance and knowledge of Brazil, the Company is a leader in financial advisory services in Brazil.Principal Responsibilities:Financial Advisory and M&A:• Business development / origination• Business analysis / strategic recommendations• Analysis of management projections• Valuation analysis• Negotiation• Analysis of capital structure & financing alternativesFor more information, please visit: http://www.olimpiapartners.com.br/indexEng.html
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  • Rio De Janeiro Metro Concessionaire (
    Manager Of Finance, Accounting, Fp&A & Ir
    Rio De Janeiro Metro Concessionaire ("Metro Rio"​) Sep 2005 - Nov 2009
    Rio De Janeiro, Rj, Br
    Introduction: Metro Rio is the largest privately-owned rail-based mass transit operator in Brazil, with over US$200 million in annual revenues.Principal Responsibilities:• Areas under management included: Accounting, Cost, Budgeting, Reporting to the Board of Directors/Investor Relations/Financial Reporting, Tax, Accounts Receivable (including back-office of ticket sales) and Payable, Treasury/Capital Raising, Financial Planning, Tax Planning and M&A.• Worked in a highly integrated manner with Internal Audit, Procurement, IT, Legal and Sales & Marketing divisions.• Twice led transition of corporate governance: (i) From Opportunity to Citibank Venture Capital (CVC) + Consortium of leading Pension Funds (2005)(ii) From CVC + Consortium of leading Pension Funds to INVEPAR (2009)Highlights:• Upgraded management processes & controls of: Accounts Receivable (including new passenger ticketing system), KPIs, Budgeting, Short and Long-Term Financial Projections, Fixed Assets, Capex and R&D, Tax Planning and Internal Audit routines, thereby contributing to the quality of corporate governance.• Conceived financed purchase of the minority shareholder’s stake (32%) utilizing a bridge loan that was subsequently liquidated with dividend payments, resulting in a US$133 million gain (IRR of 64%) for the controlling shareholders.• Led unprecedented negotiation with the Granting Authority, resulting in an increase of US$314 million in shareholder value.• Coordinated negotiations with the Brazilian National Development Bank (BNDES) for a US$210 million structured loan.• Oversaw the PMO responsible for coordination of 50+ individual projects worth ~US$680 million.• Result of the combined initiatives was sustained annual EBITDA growth of 30% (2005-2009).• Reporting directly to the CEO, managed key projects, such as negotiations with Granting Authority and corporate growth strategy through M&A, Brownfield/Greenfield projects.Website: https://www.metrorio.com.br
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  • Violy, Byorum & Partners (Currently Known As Violy & Company)
    Financial Analyst
    Violy, Byorum & Partners (Currently Known As Violy & Company) Jun 1998 - Dec 2001
    Introduction: In the late-1990's, Violy, Byorum & Partners was recognized as the premiere M&A financial advisor for Latin America. The clients with long-term advisory contracts included major multinationals, such as The Coca Cola Corporation and CEMEX, as well as the leading Latin American conglomerates, such as The Cisneros Group of Companies and Bavaria.Principal Responsibilities:• Business development• Business analysis / strategic recommendations• Analysis of management projections• Valuation analysis• Analysis of capital structure• Analysis of financing alternativesFor more information, please visit: http://www.violyco.com
  • Colgate-Palmolive
    Customer Service Representative
    Colgate-Palmolive Sep 1994 - Dec 1997
    New York, New York, Us
    Introduction: Offered customer support through phone, email, or US mail to customers who have questions, concerns or confusion around a particular product in the Colgate Palmolive US-based portfolio.Primary Responsibilities:• Address customers over the phone, email, or US mail to resolve their questions or concerns• Maintain and update customer information as necessary• Calmly attempt to resolve and de-escalate any issues raised by the customer• Track call-related information for auditing and reporting purposes to Marketing and Operations• Provide feedback reports on call issues related to downtime and/or training issues• Upsell to customers as necessary
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  • Colgate-Palmolive
    Marketing Trainee
    Colgate-Palmolive Jun 1994 - Aug 1994
    New York, New York, Us
    Introduction: The Colgate-Palmolive Company is an American worldwide consumer products company focused on the production, distribution and provision of household, health care and personal care products and veterinary products. In 2017, total revenues were more than US$15 billion. Principal Responsibilities: As an intern in newly created African American Market Development, reported directly to the Managing Director to support all operating processes. Highlights:• Co-authored 1994 mid-year Grid Review presentation to Colgate USA's Senior Management• Coordinated 4 major new product launches (POLAB, CPTB, MKC & CBSP) in key African American marketsNotable achievements in other departments:• Conducted analysis of marketplace activity, including analysis of market share trends and marketing initiatives by competitors• Executed key project to unify CRM software across all major Colgate Palmolive subsidiaries, resulting in uniform reporting of Consumer Affairs data to the Vice-President of Global Consumer AffairsFor more information, please visit: https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/about
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  • Bmo U.S.
    Marketing Assistant Trainee
    Bmo U.S. Jun 1994 - May 1995
    Chicago, Illinois, Us
    Introduction: The Bank of Montreal, operating as BMO Financial Group, is a Canadian multinational banking and financial services corporation. One of the Big Five banks in Canada, it is the fourth-largest bank in Canada by market capitalization and assets, as well as one of the ten largest banks in North America.Principal Responsibilities:• Revision and improvement of the daily currency and equity analysis reports to senior management• Maintenance of the accuracy of the customer database• Coordination of currency trade details with back office HQ in Chicago Highlights:• Establishment of a library of marketing resource material to support new client prospecting • Generatation of over US$20k in annual savings be eliminating redundant subscriptions of periodicals and research reportsFor more information, please visit: https://www.bmocm.com/about-us
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  • U.S. House Of Representatives
    Intern To Congresswoman Nydia Velazquez (D-7Th District - New York State)
    U.S. House Of Representatives 1993 - 1994
    Washington, Dc, Us
    Introduction: Ms. Velázquez, a Democrat from New York, is the first Puerto Rican woman to be elected to Congress and has served in the United States House of Representatives since 1993. Principal Responsibilities:• Supported all administrative and research activities, both in the Washington, D.C. office and subsequently at the Brooklyn, N.Y. district office.• Primary research project concerned a study of the economic and social impact of the NAFTA Treaty on the Congresswoman's District.For more information, please visit: https://velazquez.house.gov/about
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Andre V. Skills

Leadership Restructuring Cvm Accounting Cash Flow Financial Forecasting Corporate Finance Valuation Financial Planning Structured Finance Tax Financial Modeling Managerial Finance Forecasting Business Development Business Analysis Management Accounting English Negotiation Finance Team Leadership Investor Relations Strategic Planning Strategy Financial Accounting Business Planning Budgeting Risk Management Microsoft Excel Debt And Equity Capital Raising Administration Change Management Internal Controls Financial Analysis Invoicing Corporate Governance Complex Analysis Interpersonal Skills Business Strategy Cost Control Financial Reporting Investment Banking Analytical Skills Due Diligence Project Management Research Corporate Development Ipo Mergers And Acquisitions Board Of Directors

Andre V. Education Details

  • Louisiana Tech University
    Louisiana Tech University
    Master Of Business Administration - Mba
  • Columbia University
    Columbia University
    Bachelor Of Arts In Economics And Political Science
  • Fgv - Fundação Getulio Vargas
    Fgv - Fundação Getulio Vargas
    International Management
  • Stuyvesant High School
    Stuyvesant High School
    Mathematics And Sciences
  • The Browning School
    The Browning School
    Elementary School
  • Ken Tyler International Ice Hockey Academy
    Ken Tyler International Ice Hockey Academy
    Ice Hockey

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