Ricardo D. Email and Phone Number
+Driving Product Innovation and Growth | Leading Product & Innovation Strategies+I’m a product and innovation leader with over a decade of experience turning complex challenges into scalable solutions that drive real impact. What excites me most is being in leadership roles where I can guide amazing teams, implement smart strategies, and deliver products that not only meet business goals but also make a tangible difference for users.🔑 What I Bring:- A deep understanding of product development and growth strategies, with a solid track record of leveraging Lean Startup, Agile methodologies, and data insights to drive results.- Hands-on experience driving AI-powered innovations that simplify decision-making, streamline processes, and increase product adoption.- Leadership in SaaS, cloud services, and digital marketing projects that have accelerated growth and boosted revenue while solving real problems.🌍 Empowering Teams & Building Future-Ready Products: I always focus on creating an environment where collaboration thrives. Whether leading a team of seasoned professionals or working with entrepreneurs, my goal is to align product strategies with long-term business success and deliver products that matter.I’m excited to take on roles like Product Manager, Growth Manager, or Innovation Manager, where I can help scale innovative companies and create meaningful impact.📩 Let’s connect! If you’re looking for a strategic leader passionate about turning ideas into impactful products, I’d love to be part of your team’s journey.CAREER SUMMARY- 2022–Present: Patagonia Advisors, Chile – Principal Innovation- 2022–2023: Crossnet, Chile – Principal Innovation Consultant- 2016–2022: Pais Digital, Chile – Director of Growth- 2014–2016: Codelco, Chile – Digital & Innovation Consultant- 2012–2014: Benchbanking, Chile – Co-Founder, Country Manager & Chief Product Officer- 2011–2012: Groupalia Inc (Spain/Br), Chile – Country Manager- 2008–2011: Spinvox Inc (UK/US), Chile – Country Manager | Product Marketing & Sales Director Latin America- 2005–2007: Movistar & Telefónica, Spain – International Talent Program: Product Marketing & Tech Platform Manager- 2002–2005: Telefónica, Chile – Senior Product Manager#productinnovation #productmanagement #growthmanagement #productmarketing #innovationmanagement #productgrowth #productdevelopment #AIinproduct #digitaltransformation #strategicgrowth #growthhacking #productmetrics #cybersecuritybydesign #customeracquisition #customerengagement #customerretention #digitaltrust
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Director, Innovación Y Desarrollo De NegociosPatagonia Works StudioChile
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Innovation Principal L Management TeamPatagonia Advisors 2022 - PresentChileMentored over 200 founders of startups and SMBs globally, across industries such as Agrotech, Biotech, Cybersecurity, Digital Marketing, e-Commerce, Fintech, Hospitality, Mining, and Mobility. This expertise has led to invitations as an advisor and judge at top accelerators and startup contests in the South Cone, including NTT Data Foundation, NXTPLabs, Startup Chile, and Wayra.#SeekingNewChallenges #OpentoWork #SeekingNewOpportunities #InnovationPrincipal #ProductCoach #Startups #Techtransfer
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Product Innovation, Lean Startup & Story Telling MentorUniversidad Del Desarrollo 2017 - PresentSantiago Province, ChilePostgraduate training: Product Management Course I Lean Startup Coach I Pitch WorkshopAfter 15 years in startups & high-tech companies, as an executive, mentor, advisor, and board member, I was recruited to join the startup program at the MBA and Master of Science in Technology & Management.Mentor and trainer at:- Modern Product Management - Entrepreneurship projects- Pitch workshop -
Principal Innovation ConsultantCrossnet 2022 - 2023Latin AmericaEngaged in product management and marketing to launch an innovation corporate unit, focusing on aligning product vision and strategy with business goals. i.e. increase the share of AI products in the portfolio, from product analytics to business. -
Director Of Growth L Management TeamPais Digital 2016 - 2022ChilePais Digital helps policymakers shape digital transformation for a trusted, sustainable and inclusive digital future of Chile.- Secured revenue streams with tier-1 companies at C-Level over US$1M.- Built new business models over digital platforms, to achieved over US$200K in annual recurring revenues.- Reached over 4 million views with a lean digital content strategy, articulating an entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem in collaboration with leading media companies as La Tercera and El Mercurio.Chile Pay (chilepay.org) 2021 - 2022- Board MemberAlianza Chilena Ciberseguridad (www.alianzaciberseguridad.cl) 2017–2022- Co-founder l Board Member l VP l Head Biz Development - Fit government and private needs to develop high impact project (public policy). - Developed business and fundraising models. -
Principal Innovation ConsultantCodelco – Corporación Nacional Del Cobre De Chile 2014 - 2016Santiago Province, ChileJoined the corporate innovation team to restructure management of innovation, open programs, R&D, intellectual property, and technology transfer across all divisions, overseeing an annual innovation portfolio of US$100 million.- Innovation awareness- Innovation Management System - IP & Innovation management- Open Innovation Strategy "Programa Cluster"- Technology Transfer Office -
Co-Founder & Country Manager L Product & Innovation TeamBenchbanking 2012 - 2014Chile1st Latam mortgage marketplace, Fintech- Led from scratch the first Online Marketplace for mortgage services in Chile and Peru. - Backed and supported by BlackBox Accelerator (www.BlackBox.VC), Santiago Innova, Startup Chile, and Wayra Acceleration Program (www.wayra.com).- Led product management: product vision, product strategy, product discovery, product automation and fundraising process (investor relationships). - Implemented product analytics practices for revenue generation activities.- Managed over US$10 million in mortgage operations.
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Country Manager L Management TeamGroupalia 2011 - 2012ChileE-Commerce (sold to Peixe Urbano Inc. over US$10M)- Led the 2nd biggest e-commerce startup with operations in 5 countries in LatAm.- Managed a portfolio of +1000 suppliers to deliver +100 weekly online promotions for a target of 1 million users. - Sales over US$5M first year of Op.E-Commerce (sold to Peixe Urbano Inc. over US$10M) -
Country Manager Chile I Marketing & Sales Director Latin AmericaSpinvox 2008 - 2011ChileLed the Latin America business for a UK startup specializing in voice conversion technology, converting speech to text for various communications, including voicemail and social media. Available in four languages. Acquired by Nuance Inc. for US$102.5 million in 2009. Recruited by the Co-founder in Spain.• Led Tier-1 software company (Text to Speech) of LatAm.• Built from scratch the business and operations in Chile.• Added Argentina, Perú, Venezuela, and Uruguay in 2009. Leverage in Text to Speech capabilities co-develop a Text to Fixed Voice solution for Movistar Argentina.- Himalayan expedition sponsorship with solution voice to text for comms
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International Talent Development Program: Marketing & Technology RolesTelefónica 2005 - 2008SpainTelecommunications Telefónica Móviles EspañaMobile Services & Platform Manager (Tech leader position)- Led teams of Innovation, Research and Development, Quality Assurance, and new product development as part of a talent development program.Telefónica de EspañaSenior Product Marketing (SMB Division)- Joined a team that led Wi-Fi (Hotspot) in the areas of product marketing & management. -
Product ManagerTelefónica 2001 - 2005ChileLeader Telecom Company in Chile Product ManagementInternet everywhere (HotSpot, "centrino era")- Champion of HotSpots corporate entrepreneurship “Zona Speedy Wi-Fi” that reported to the CEO and LatAm committees. Defined product vision and product strategy. - From product discovery to go to market with a network of over 500 hotspots, with key partnerships as McDonalds, ExxonMobil, Holiday Inn, and international deals with Boingo Value Added Services over Broadband- Led the first triple-play service of Telefonica Chile, a partnership with Metropolis Intercom (later acquired by VTR/ United GlobalCom). - Failed in VoD platform over the Internet and broadband multiservice portal (PMF)- Supported R&D initiatives for IPTV, and join the team in different missions in the US.
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Undergraduate Entrepreneurship At Outdoors For Sporting Goods And Tech Financial ServicesSupercouloir Ltd & Latinescrow 1996 - 2000ChileSupercouloir ("Supercanaleta Fitz Roy")Supercouloir is a very obvious, elegant, and technically climbing route on Fitz Roy in Patagonia. We are inspired by that adventure to launch our company. We led the wholesale distribution of tier-1 outdoors brands in Chile. First business representatives of tier-1 brands such as Black Diamond Equipment, Lowe Alpine, Sterling Ropes, and Metolius. I paid for my college studies with this startup.------LatinEscrowEarly-stage startup. Online escrow service for LatAm. Finalist in key startup regional contests between 2000-2001. Mass media coverage!
Ricardo D. Education Details
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General Management, Entrepreneurship & Venture Capital -
Operations Management & Technology -
Digital Transformation, Ai, Blockchain Iot, Cloud, And Cybersecurity -
Technology + Biz Model + Design -
China Europe International Business School (Ceibs) 中欧国际工商学院 中欧国际工商学院Business And Management In China -
International Business -
Major In Management And Mining
Frequently Asked Questions about Ricardo D.
What company does Ricardo D. work for?
Ricardo D. works for Patagonia Works Studio
What is Ricardo D.'s role at the current company?
Ricardo D.'s current role is Director, Innovación y Desarrollo de Negocios.
What schools did Ricardo D. attend?
Ricardo D. attended Iese Business School - University Of Navarra, Pontificia Universidad Católica De Chile, Massachusetts Institute Of Technology, Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez, China Europe International Business School (Ceibs) 中欧国际工商学院 中欧国际工商学院, University Of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School Of Business, Pontificia Universidad Católica De Chile.
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