Throughout my 15 years in the hospitality industry, I have gained extensive experience across various sectors. My passion lies in hospitality and connecting the community through education, engagement and connection. I am deeply inspired by the industry and the rich histories behind them and I believe in the transformative power of creativity but also in enhancing the lives of those who contribute to the industry's vitality. I am committed to bringing this passion and dedication to everything I do.More...
Misha Aguilar
Sr. Material Planner Buyer@Bacardi
Verified
Four years of experience in the controlling finance area and five years of experience in the supply chain area. Bachelors degree in Accounting. Diploma in Demand Planning Management.More...
Monica Pitt
Market development manager-ghana@Bacardi
Verified
As the Market Development Manager at Bacardi Ghana, I am responsible for driving the growth and visibility of the Bacardi portfolio across key markets in Ghana. With a strong background in sales strategy, brand positioning, and channel development, I lead initiatives that align global brand objectives with local market dynamics. My role involves close collaboration with distributors, on- and off-trade partners, and internal teams to ensure sustainable market penetration and brand loyalty.
Key Achievements:
Successfully increased Bacardi’s market share in Ghana by implementing targeted sales campaigns and innovative activation strategies.
Expanded the company’s distribution footprint across major urban centers, improving availability by over 30% within 12 months.
Launched and led award-winning brand activation events that boosted consumer engagement and brand awareness.
Strengthened relationships with key accounts and trade partners, resulting in a 25% increase in repeat business year-over-year.
Spearheaded digital marketing initiatives that led to a significant uptick in brand visibility and online engagement metrics.More...
Ramsay Black
Senior Activation Manager@Bacardi
Verified
Ramsay Black serves as the Senior Activation Manager at Bacardi, where he spearheads innovative marketing campaigns that have consistently driven brand growth and consumer engagement. With over a decade of experience in the beverage industry, Ramsay has a proven track record of transforming creative concepts into successful global initiatives. His strategic vision and leadership have earned him recognition as a dynamic force in brand activation.More...
Jenifer Jones
VP, Global data and analytics, Regional CIO NAM@Bacardi
Executive Summary:
Bacardi Company has experienced significant growth in the last quarter, with increased demand for our products. As the Project Manager, Supply Manager, and Logistics Manager, Xavier Bravo has played a crucial role in managing the supply chain and ensuring the smooth operation of the logistics department.
His strategic planning and efficient handling of resources have resulted in cost savings and improved operational efficiency. His ability to anticipate potential supply chain disruptions and implement contingency plans has ensured a steady supply of raw materials, leading to uninterrupted production.
Moving forward, it's recommended that Mr. Bravo focuses on digital transformation in the supply chain for better real-time tracking and improving supplier relationships. Also, sustainability should be a priority to align with Bacardi's commitment to environmental responsibility.
Overall, Xavier Bravo's leadership in managing projects, supply, and logistics has significantly contributed to Bacardi's success. His continuous efforts in improving and streamlining processes are highly appreciated and vital for Bacardi's future growth.More...
Bruce Smith
Business Owner and Entrepreneur
Verified
Sales and Marketing Specialist with over 25 years of experience in the Alcohol Beverage Industry. Demonstrated success across multiple market segments including On-Premise, Off-Premise, Chains, Independents, and Hispanic Markets. Known for strategic leadership, team development, and exceeding sales objectives. Seeking to continue professional growth while leading and coaching others to achieve business and career goals.
Core Competencies
Sales Leadership · Strategic Planning · Problem Solving · Communication · Emotional Intelligence · Team Development · Critical Thinking · Data Analysis · Promotional Strategy · Budget Management · AdaptabilityMore...
Barbara Massonicic
Strategic Leader | People Development
Verified
Strategic Operations & Finance Leader | Driving Efficiency, Insights & Global Team Success | Passionate About Continuous Improvement & People DevelopmentMore...
Stephanie Rios
Marketing Director
Verified
Stephanie Rios is a dynamic Marketing Director with over a decade of experience in driving innovative campaigns and brand strategies. She excels in leveraging data-driven insights and instinct to enhance customer engagement and boost revenue. Stephanie is passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion and is passionate about creating programs that drive these beliefs forward. In her free time, she enjoys testing ChatGPT prompts, reading and learning how to make the best Cosmopolitan.More...
Stuart Holmes
Owner and CEO@Power of 5 Consultancy Ltd
Verified
I am an experienced FMCG Managing Director with a focus on people, culture and long term profitable brand growth.
Delivering best in class results, across globally renowned and challenger brands, for over 25 years.
Curious, progressive and driven, with a collaborative ethos.
Power of 5 is a values led FMCG consultancy that can help your business flourish! From bringing simplicity to complex challenges, to driving long term shareholder value; Power of 5 can help!More...
Filipa Cajarabille
Human Resources Manager@Boehringer Ingelheim
Verified
Senior HR professional with a career in national, international, multi market and cross geography settings, in the FMCG, luxury, retail and airline sectors. Experienced in both strategic and operational roles, within fast growing and restructuring businesses, dedicating to strategic HR, business transformation, organization design and development, employee engagement, talent, performance, reward and recognition. Active business and people driver, also engages with critical stakeholders to achieve outstanding business results. Passionate, curious, energetic and driven, with great people skills and highly focused, builds effective relationships and promotes team achievement, embracing diversity and multi-cultural environments.More...
Nelson Romero
Business Mentor/Coach@nelsonromerou
Verified
Senior executive with a proven track record of success in market development, sales, and distribution in the FMCG, alcoholic beverages, sporting goods, and media sectors. Expert in strategic planning, business models, and marketing strategies, with a demonstrated ability to drive growth and profitability. Collaborative and communicative leader focusing on building high-performance teams and exceeding objectives.More...
Ella Maq
engineer@nCino
Verified
nCino, a cloud-based bank operating system, has continued to strengthen its market position through innovative solutions. As an engineer at nCino, Ella Maq is part of a team that is driving the company's success through the development and implementation of cutting-edge technology. The company's recent partnership with Salesforce has further solidified its position in the market, providing greater opportunities for growth and expansion. Ella's role in this is crucial, as she contributes to the continuous improvement of nCino's product offerings and helps to maintain the company's competitive edge.More...
Eugenio Villamizar
HR consultant@The Catalyst
Verified
an HR professional with +10 years of international experience leading, developing and implementing the people agenda at companies like Netflix, Bacardi, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Goodyear and FedEx. During his tenure he has inspired, developed, and empowered employees and organisations to deliver desired business results. Promoter of innovative, sustainable growth. Coach & Mentor. Business Partner. Millennial-want-to-be. Entrepreneur. Advisory Board Member. Interim/Fractional HR Leader.
People describe me aMore...
Ilonka Herrera
Marketing Consultant@IH Marketing Group (Founder)
Verified
Ilonka Herrera is a seasoned marketing professional and the founder of IH Marketing Group. With a firm grasp of the principles of marketing and an unwavering commitment to delivering quality, she has successfully driven growth for numerous clients. Ilonka's areas of expertise include strategic planning, brand development, and integrated marketing communications. Over the years, she has demonstrated an excellent ability to develop impactful marketing strategies that align with business objectives, making her a reliable consultant for businesses seeking to enhance their market presence. She is known for her innovative approach to solving marketing challenges and her dedication to helping clients achieve their marketing goals.More...
Ian Rollason
Global Head Brand Strategy & Marketing@PMI
Verified
Ian Rollason is an accomplished marketing professional with extensive experience in FMCG brands in restricted categories. He currently holds the position of Global Head Brand Strategy & Marketing at Philip Morris International (PMI). His role involves developing and implementing strategies that boost brand visibility, consistency and which cultivate strong emotional relationships with consumers.
Ian's expertise spans strategic planning, brand management, and marketing. His leadership has been instrumental in driving significant growth and success. Prior to his current role, Ian held multiple leadership positions within multi-national drinks companies, showcasing his adaptability and versatility. His commitment to excellence and innovative thinking have made him a key asset in driving brand growth wherever he has worked.
Ian holds a degree in Economics, reflecting his profound understanding of the dynamics of the global business landscape.
His strategic thinking, coupled with his ability to lead high-performing teams, has positioned him as a respected figure in the industries in which he has worked. Passionate about branding and marketing, Ian continues to drive PMI's brand strategy forward, ensuring it remains a leader in the international market.More...
Francisco De Zengotita Rexach
Marketing, Business Development and Entreprneurship@Carpe Diem MS LLC
Verified
Francisco De Zengotita Rexach plays a crucial role in Carpe Diem MS LLC, managing Marketing, Business Development, and Entrepreneurship. His responsibilities include developing and implementing strategic marketing plans, identifying new business opportunities, and fostering entrepreneurial initiatives. With a strong understanding of market trends and customer needs, he drives the company's growth and profitability. His leadership and innovative thinking have been instrumental in shaping the company's direction and success.More...
Nicolas de Paul
Market Strategy Director@Kids Corp
Verified
I am a seasoned marketing and insights leader with over 20 years of experience driving strategic growth through data-driven decision-making across various industries, including FMCG, media, and consumer goods. Throughout my career, I have developed deep expertise in consumer insights, strategic planning, and content analysis, allowing me to lead high-impact initiatives that align with business objectives and foster long-term growth.
I have had the privilege of holding key leadership roles at companies such as Kids Corp, Simporter Inc., AB InBev, and Johnson & Johnson. In these roles, I have consistently demonstrated my ability to manage and lead global insights and strategy teams, overseeing complex projects from inception to execution. At Kids Corp, I played a pivotal role in driving client acquisition and retention, while at Simporter Inc., I led global operations to ensure that our insights and strategies translated into actionable business outcomes.
During my time at AB InBev, I was deeply involved in the strategic planning process, integrating consumer insights into the company’s long-term vision. I led several pivotal strategic projects that significantly contributed to the company’s market positioning and growth. At Johnson & Johnson, I further honed my leadership skills in global strategic insights, managing large-scale budgets and leading cross-functional teams to deliver data-backed strategies that enhanced brand performance across the Latin American market.
Some of my key achievements include:
Strategic Insights Leadership: I developed and implemented innovative frameworks for content strategy and consumer insights that have driven significant business growth and market positioning for major global brands.
Global Operations Management: I successfully managed and led global teams, ensuring the alignment of insights and strategies with broader business objectives, which resulted in enhanced operational efficiency and strategic impact.
Executive-Level Influence: I have consistently delivered high-qualMore...
Brenda Lisboa
Sales & Trade Marketing Director@Danone
Verified
Brenda Lisboa is a seasoned Sales & Trade Marketing Director with two decades of experience in global CPG companies. Recognized for her expertise in commercial management, she excels in guiding businesses to exceed their objectives in challenging environments. Her career highlights include leading the renewal of sales and trade marketing strategies at Danone, resulting in sustainable growth and strengthened key customer relationships. Brenda's skills in strategic planning, customer relationship management, and sales operations have consistently driven improved business performance and increased revenue. She is a dynamic leader known for developing effective sales strategies that drive growth and for her ability to lead teams to their highest potential. Brenda is dedicated to transforming market insights into strategic actions, always seeking new opportunities to promote commercial excellence and continuous growth.More...
Marina Kolvenbach
Senior Brand Marketing Manager@Arla Foods Deutschland
Verified
I can help you to build your marketing strategy or relaunch your brand with a goal to make it grow 🚀
Who I am:
/Brand strategist;
/B2C consumer goods expert;
/12+ years of blue-chip experience in Fashion, Beauty, Food and Lifestyle;
/Marketing all-rounder: expert in Brand development, Brand Communication, PR, Brand Image/Equity;More...
Katya Shirokaya
Indirect procurement director@Bergman Clinics
Verified
Tell me it can't be done.
Vision | Empathy | Purpose | Entrepreneurship | Education
My experience leading all kinds of indirect procurement categories from professional services, meetings and events to logistics and digital marketing and media is enabling me to take the next step in the organization sharing my values and looking for strategic mind and inspiring colleague.
I am passionate about driving change with best intention to make this world a better place. I believe in combination of digital and humane approach to drive strategic shifts within organizations and people's lives.
Skills:
• Advanced knowledge of Indirect Procurement processes
• Demonstrable experience of strategic Procurement practice
• Thorough understanding of commercial principles
• Digital marketing tech stack management experience
• Comprehensive knowledge of contractual terms and conditions, negotiating the liability and insurance requirements
• Strategic thinking and vision
• Advanced leadership skills
• Strategic supplier management
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Advanced influencing skills
Behaviors:
• Discover and unlock human potential
• Empower others by inspiring to take action
• Create and build on the momentum
• Creating clarity and transparency
• Able to provide mentorship and guidance, development and career advice to team members
• Adaptable approach to work while having a laser focus on delivering quality outcomes
• Able to search out opportunities and lead the development of sourcing strategy
• Experienced and confident in compiling reports and research documentation
• Experienced and confident in collaborating with senior stakeholders and the C-suiteMore...
Evencio Gonzalez
General Manager@Interbusiness Company
Verified
Consolidated experience in strategic business management, product portfolio management, value return, and marketing strategies. Specialized in leading multidisciplinary teams with the aim of conceiving and implementing innovative digital products, ensuring customer satisfaction, and fostering organic growth. I have been a leader in sales and marketing teams, ensuring the achievement of business goals through strategic planning and execution of roadmaps, with a special focus on business profitability. I have extensive experience in customer and market segmentation in Latin America and the Caribbean.More...