Held board position, supporting Minds of Tomorrow.Minds of Tomorrow is an endeavor in education aimed at shaping a better world for future generations. The mission of Minds of Tomorrow is to empower children to develop their creative mindset. Minds of Tomorrow offers learning experiences in inspiring spaces where kids can discover and explore cutting-edge technologies in service of developing their natural creativity and being the shapers of their future.Currently, Mind of… Show more Held board position, supporting Minds of Tomorrow.Minds of Tomorrow is an endeavor in education aimed at shaping a better world for future generations. The mission of Minds of Tomorrow is to empower children to develop their creative mindset. Minds of Tomorrow offers learning experiences in inspiring spaces where kids can discover and explore cutting-edge technologies in service of developing their natural creativity and being the shapers of their future.Currently, Mind of Tomorrow operates 2 units in the Miami metro area.Welcome to Minds of Tomorrowhttps://www.mindsoftomorrow.com/ Show less

Held elected board position, supporting the Virginia Garcia Memorial Foundation.The mission of the Virginia Garcia Memorial Foundation is to provide enduring support for the Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center through funding, community relations, and the cultivation of community friendship, partners, and donors.The Mission of the Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center is to provide high-quality, comprehensive, and culturally appropriate primary health care to the communities… Show more Held elected board position, supporting the Virginia Garcia Memorial Foundation.The mission of the Virginia Garcia Memorial Foundation is to provide enduring support for the Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center through funding, community relations, and the cultivation of community friendship, partners, and donors.The Mission of the Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center is to provide high-quality, comprehensive, and culturally appropriate primary health care to the communities of Washington and Yamhill Counties with a special emphasis on migrant and seasonal farmworkers and others with barriers to receiving health care.Welcome to Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Centerhttps://virginiagarcia.org Show less

Directed operations in 8000+ mono-brand partner stores in 70+ countries. Maximized performance and profitability of franchised stores, with 21 on direct and extended team. Focused on business development strategy, fleet management, O2O capabilities, vision creation, and execution to deliver the best consumer experience. - Executed store service-driven strategy, stressing engagement of consumers and membership acquisition and retention through enhanced Nike Consumer Experience program. -… Show more Directed operations in 8000+ mono-brand partner stores in 70+ countries. Maximized performance and profitability of franchised stores, with 21 on direct and extended team. Focused on business development strategy, fleet management, O2O capabilities, vision creation, and execution to deliver the best consumer experience. - Executed store service-driven strategy, stressing engagement of consumers and membership acquisition and retention through enhanced Nike Consumer Experience program. - Developed and implemented integration models to activate Nike’s digital connectivity and data foundation. Fueled by digital and brick / mortar omni-channel experience and capabilities.- Sustained compounded organic and year-over-year revenue and profit growth. Increased overall profitability P&L by optimizing and rightsizing fleet and partner global footprint. Show less

Drove vision and strategy in Brazil. Owned key territory with 18+ direct and 1800+ indirect employees. - Assumed Vice President position, developing marketplace and sustainability of revenue and market share growth for 4 consecutive years.- Managed full operation and executed 2 top-tier global sporting events, World Cup 2014 and Summer Olympic Games Rio 2016, defining and implementing in marketplace, driving brand positioning and revenue targets. - Delivered growth by expanding… Show more Drove vision and strategy in Brazil. Owned key territory with 18+ direct and 1800+ indirect employees. - Assumed Vice President position, developing marketplace and sustainability of revenue and market share growth for 4 consecutive years.- Managed full operation and executed 2 top-tier global sporting events, World Cup 2014 and Summer Olympic Games Rio 2016, defining and implementing in marketplace, driving brand positioning and revenue targets. - Delivered growth by expanding Nike.com and Monobrand business model focus. Show less

Oversaw revenues for corporation's biggest category, managed 3 direct and 21 indirect reports in USA, Europe, Greater China, Japan, and Emerging Markets. Orchestrated market management strategies, brand positioning and business growth models. Focused on 12 major territories and development: USA, China, Japan, UK, France, Italy, Germany, Spain, Russia, Turkey, Mexico & Brazil.- Deployed segmentation strategy of key product families and franchises by market, expanding business.- Expanded… Show more Oversaw revenues for corporation's biggest category, managed 3 direct and 21 indirect reports in USA, Europe, Greater China, Japan, and Emerging Markets. Orchestrated market management strategies, brand positioning and business growth models. Focused on 12 major territories and development: USA, China, Japan, UK, France, Italy, Germany, Spain, Russia, Turkey, Mexico & Brazil.- Deployed segmentation strategy of key product families and franchises by market, expanding business.- Expanded distribution strategy to selected channels, focused on DTC.- Improved mix and product life cycles planning, maximizing in season profitability. Show less

Directed Nike to Brasil operations with 11 direct and 250+ indirect employees. Owned P&L. Supervised Finance, Sales, Marketplace Development / Retail, Logistics, HR, Marketing, NSC / SAP, Footwear and Apparel Business Units and Category business. - Doubled business in 3 years by aggressive marketplace management expansion.- Accelerated DTC strategy, including Nike.com business model in country, tripling monobrand footprint.- Re engineered organizational structure, supporting… Show more Directed Nike to Brasil operations with 11 direct and 250+ indirect employees. Owned P&L. Supervised Finance, Sales, Marketplace Development / Retail, Logistics, HR, Marketing, NSC / SAP, Footwear and Apparel Business Units and Category business. - Doubled business in 3 years by aggressive marketplace management expansion.- Accelerated DTC strategy, including Nike.com business model in country, tripling monobrand footprint.- Re engineered organizational structure, supporting business growth. Show less

Successful turn around situation with brand repositioning, marketplace strategy and organizational restructure.Achieved full P&L reset, driven by revenue increase / market share gain, gross margin attack plan and SG&A efficiencies.

Formulated and executed commercial strategies for +120 partnership stores and managed spaces across Canada, Chile, Mexico, Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina and Partner / Distributor entities. Oversaw retail marketing, business planning, training and project development for in line and factory stores. Facilitated marketplace capacity studies.

Achieved double-digit turn around in this segment, replacing personnel and implementing policies for improved productivity / profit. Division comprise 46 personnel; attained performance upgrades in retail development, sales operation, customer service and performance of sales representatives. Revised distribution and channel strategy; implemented new commercial terms and conditions policies. Completed integrated marketing plan executions.

Held elected board position, supporting the Brazilian Sporting Goods Federation. Members included Adidas, Puma, Skechers, Asics, Nike, Under Armour, and Specialized; associates included Reebok, New Balance, Mizuno, and Timberland.- Presented sports products sector to Brazilian government and interest groups, increasing competitive position in global value chain by establishing partnerships with suppliers.- Promoted technical excellence, and sustainable practices while improving consumer… Show more Held elected board position, supporting the Brazilian Sporting Goods Federation. Members included Adidas, Puma, Skechers, Asics, Nike, Under Armour, and Specialized; associates included Reebok, New Balance, Mizuno, and Timberland.- Presented sports products sector to Brazilian government and interest groups, increasing competitive position in global value chain by establishing partnerships with suppliers.- Promoted technical excellence, and sustainable practices while improving consumer access and fighting counterfeit market.- Negotiated and built relationships with federal government officials and agencies, analyzing and finalizing import regulations.- Collaborated on working for fair pay and consistent business ethics. Show less

Directed / supervised 5 Supercenters representing a total staff of 1800. Oversaw operations and merchandising aspects: i.e., inventory control, customer service, merchandising display, risk management, HR, purchasing and vendor relations. Reported to COO in country. Full P&L responsibilities.

Selected to participated in GM Training Program. Transferred to Wal Mart Home Office (Bentonville, Arkansas), received training / worked in: operations, merchandising, finance and store planning with additional training in country (Mexico, Canada, China, Indonesia and Brazil).

Hired for start up period of Wal Mart in Argentina. In charge of 15 buyers, assistant buyers and clerical support staff. Oversaw departments including: toys, electronics, automotive, white goods and stationary / office supply. Negotiated with vendors for the managed categories. Developed merchandise assortments and made purchasing trips to USA and the Orient. Performed layout set up and marketing activities.