Richard Almanzar Email & Phone Number

Orlando, Florida, United States

At Rise Global Partners, we understand that small to medium-sized businesses often face challenges in their net bottom line, also in appealing to investors or even appearing attractive to their own owners. We're dedicated to transforming these businesses by implementing strategies that not only enhance their market appeal but also position them as prime opportunities for growth. Our commitment is to guide these businesses towards high success.

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As the COO of Zarpe, previously known as Gano Life International, I have successfully navigated the company through a transformative period, driving continuous growth and expansion. I also served as a interim CEO from January 2023 until August 2023.As the Director of Operations & Financial Director during a challenging period, I facilitated the company's recovery from a 90% revenue loss through strategic debt negotiation and elimination. This marked the beginning of a steady journey… Show more As the COO of Zarpe, previously known as Gano Life International, I have successfully navigated the company through a transformative period, driving continuous growth and expansion. I also served as a interim CEO from January 2023 until August 2023.As the Director of Operations & Financial Director during a challenging period, I facilitated the company's recovery from a 90% revenue loss through strategic debt negotiation and elimination. This marked the beginning of a steady journey back to profitability and scalability.One of my significant accomplishments was leading the transition from third-party software to a custom system developed by our in-house IT team. This resulted in the creation of a customer tracking platform that bolstered client loyalty and reduced Customer Acquisition Costs (CAC).A strategic move to shift from a third-party manufacturer to a company-owned GMP-certified facility resulted in a reduction in product costs by over 50%, demonstrating our commitment to vertical integration. Furthermore, my oversight of a Direct Sales/MLM Affiliate body ensured proper commission disbursement from annual revenues of $2M-$4M.Inheriting a capital deficit, I orchestrated a financial turnaround over five years, enhancing EBITDA by 42% via cost-cutting and value creation initiatives. This strategy resulted in consistent quarter-on-quarter growth, with Q2 2023 marking the company's best financial performance to date.In addition, my tenure saw a significant rebranding effort, with Gano Life International transitioning to Zarpe, aligning our identity with our ambitious expansion plans. In 2023, my role facilitated the opening of business operations in Honduras, Guatemala, and the Dominican Republic, further extending our market reach.As COO, my focus remains on driving Zarpe's growth and innovation. I continue to leverage past achievements to cement our market presence and establish measurable KPIs for our core systems and payment plans. Show less

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República Dominicana

- Conceived, developed, and actualized a strategic concept for the brand in the Dominican Republic. Led a proficient team I personally recruited, overseeing all aspects of business initiation and execution, culminating in the successful establishment of the new corporate entity in the Dominican Republic.- Managed a diverse portfolio of 10,000 affiliates, maintaining effective control over commission distribution, customer service, and direct sales (B2C – C2C).- Spearheaded the… Show more - Conceived, developed, and actualized a strategic concept for the brand in the Dominican Republic. Led a proficient team I personally recruited, overseeing all aspects of business initiation and execution, culminating in the successful establishment of the new corporate entity in the Dominican Republic.- Managed a diverse portfolio of 10,000 affiliates, maintaining effective control over commission distribution, customer service, and direct sales (B2C – C2C).- Spearheaded the generation of over USD 1.5 million in annual sales from inception, significantly contributing to the brand's growth.- Orchestrated the development of every department within the company, fostering autonomy and operational efficiency.- Executed a strategic expansion plan for the company in the Dominican Republic, meticulously considering variations in sales, price fluctuations, cost modifications, and expenses, alongside the preparation of monthly break-even point analyses, cost analyses, and budgeting. Show less

Dominican Republic

- Oversaw the activities of over 6,000 affiliates across various provinces, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with company standards.- Administered inventory management, and directed financial and strategic planning for nationwide events accommodating more than 500 attendees each.- Facilitated accurate commission payments for over 800 members, totaling USD$ 250,000 within a 13-month period.- Developed a comprehensive commission registry system, enhancing transparency and… Show more - Oversaw the activities of over 6,000 affiliates across various provinces, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with company standards.- Administered inventory management, and directed financial and strategic planning for nationwide events accommodating more than 500 attendees each.- Facilitated accurate commission payments for over 800 members, totaling USD$ 250,000 within a 13-month period.- Developed a comprehensive commission registry system, enhancing transparency and facilitating efficient tracking of paid commissions. Show less

Bachelor Of Business Administration (Bba), Administración Y Gestión De Empresas, General, Mención Producción

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