Experience

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  Constructores mecánicos asociados (rodeolandia ahora city park s.a.s.)

  Nov 2000 - Feb 2005

  Customer service

  Customer SupportHandling of machinery, controlling the entry and security of the client in the different attractionsWaiter (Taking and delivery of orders)

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  Caev

  Nov 2001 - Apr 2003

  Logistic coordinator

  FUNCTIONSControl of merchandise and orders.Preparation of invoices and delivery of merchandise of consumer products in towns near BogotáACHIEVEMENTSConcept of a purchase orderProduction process and direct delivery to the clientQADispatches

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  Pa´l refugio

  Feb 2005 - Aug 2007

  Customer service

  FUNCTIONSWaitress training and supervisionWaitress captainCashierDirect customer serviceInventory management: raw materialCollection accountsPayroll payments

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  Ufu - universidad federal de uberlandia

  Sept 2007 - Jan 2008

  Participante-estagiario ministrando aulas da língua espanhola

  Give Spanish language classes a basic level for students at the Federal University of Uberlândia

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  Sensortec

  Jun 2008 - May 2009

  Product manager pa (automation engineer)

  FUNCTIONSVisit clients for business purposesPreparation of proposalsProduct approvalPerform quality control of productsPreparation of offersDesign, assembly and start-up of industrial automation projects.Training for clients, SENSORTEC staffACHIEVEMENTSStart as an automation engineer and manage the management of the instrumentation area.Training with represented firms.Business officer with the most sales.

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  Isateck

  May 2009 - now

  FUNCTIONSBusiness creation and developerCreation of brands ISATECK, industrial instrumentation and automation distributorCreation of product and brand IotCo, digital product of the IoT world for cold chainCreation of product and brand Drytor, automatic drying controlCreation of product and brand SATLA, early warning systemsDesign the marketing plan, sales plan and brand plan.Increase the representation of ISATECK brands by creating commercial alliances with identified strategic suppliers.Present the portfolio to potential investors interested in the company.Represent the company legally when required.Provide the client with all the technical advice necessary for the complete satisfaction of the product or serviceEstablish commercial agreements with customers once the purchase order is receivedDirect advertising and direct marketing strategies.Evaluate customer satisfactionHYDRONIX brand management for Latin AmericaCommercial and technical support with HYDRONIX distributors, integrators and end usersAttention at fairs, visits to industrial plants, HYDRONIX trainingACHIEVEMENTSCompany creationCreate IotCo and its R&D lineImplement NTC 6001 management systemProjects in countries like Colombia, Panama, Ecuador, Brazil.Representation of manufacturers of direct industrial automation elements from Germany, England, USA, Austria and distribution contracts of multinationals.Greater knowledge of the Latin American market in various sectors.Work under English and American standards in documentation.Deeper knowledge of the HYDRONIX line.Diversification of the product in other sectors. Show less

  • Principal Cofounder & Board Member

    Feb 2021 - now

  • Director Comercial

    May 2009 - Jan 2021
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  Hydronix ltd

  Jan 2013 - now

  Hydronix - Providing Microwave Moisture Measurement WorldwideEstablished in 1982, Hydronix specialises in the research, development and manufacture of digital microwave moisture measurement systems. Our products are used to reduce manufacturing costs and to improve the quality of the finished product and with over 65,000 sensors installed worldwide Hydronix is the recognised world leader in microwave moisture measurement. FUNCTIONS• brand management to Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador and Venezuela• Commercial and technical support to distributors, integrators and end-user• Attention at fairs, visits to industrial plants, training• Budget and ReportsACHIEVEMENTS• Increased knowledge of the Latin American market in several sectors.• Working under British and American standards documentation.• Product diversification in other sectors

  • South America Sales Manager and LATAM Service Manager

    Oct 2021 - now

  • Brasil, Colombia, Ecuador and Venezuela Technical Sales

    Jan 2013 - Oct 2021
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  Corporación universitaria americana

  Aug 2014 - Dec 2021

  Professor of industrial engineering, advisor to the center for innovation and entrepreneurship

  FUNCTIONSExemplify, teach and develop the program of each subject both face-to-face and virtual assigned as Introduction to Engineering, Industrial Instrumentation, Industrial Information Systems, Industrial Automation, Management Fundamentals, Integrating Project I, II, III, Entrepreneurial and business plansAdvice and support in research and entrepreneurship projects of the university and students, throughCurriculum committee memberMember of the accreditation process, new programs and high accreditation according to CNA guidelinesACHIEVEMENTSGenerate seedbeds of engineering entrepreneurshipBe part of the team that presented the Virtual Industrial Engineering program and which is already offered Show less

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  Bendito arroz

  Sept 2016 - now

  FUNCTIONSDefine and promote the corporate philosophy.Identify the legal requirements that affect the development of the company's activity.Formulate strategic objectives and plans Determine the corporate strategies of the company.Present the company's financial statements to the board of directors.Determine financing alternatives Attend and actively participate in the management, management and quality, marketing and financial and human resources committees.Review and approve the documents corresponding to the Management System.Monitor the execution and implementation of strategies and policies designed.Detect the potential risks that could affect the assets of the companyDesign the marketing plan, sales plan and brand plan.Give timely, reliable and periodic reports of the financial situation through the analysis of the financial statements to the board of directors.Monitor the administrative conduct of the organizationApprove the personnel requirements and define the candidate chosen for the positions.Approve and make the purchases required for projects and supplies.Search and make contacts with strategic suppliers.Increase the representation of BENDITO ARROZ brands by creating commercial alliances with identified strategic suppliers.Present the portfolio to potential investors interested in the company.Safeguard the integrity of the company's securities, that is, checks, post-dated checks, cash, etc.Identify and segment the target market, their needs and expectations.Establish commercial agreements with customers once the purchase order is receivedDirect advertising and direct marketing strategies.Update Franchise ModelFinal selection of franchiseesACHIEVEMENTSCompany and brand creationCreation of the Flavors Rice pudding category in ColombiaCreate Franchise business unitObtain private investment to strengthen the brand in SHARK TANK COLOMBIAExpansion in ColombiaSuccess case talks in CaribeBizSecond best-selling microfranchise Show less

  • Co-founder, Board Member

    Feb 2021 - now

  • Manager

    Sept 2016 - Jan 2021
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  Universidad sergio arboleda

  Jun 2019 - now

  Mba thesis advisor and mba thesis jury

  FUNCTIONS:Advise Master Thesis projects (MBA)Master's Thesis Jury (MBA)

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  Universidad simón bolívar

  Nov 2020 - Dec 2020

  Business advisor

  FUNCTIONS:Define the personalized support plan for each of the beneficiary companies of the “Crecimiento Empresarial Para la Formalización” program based on the diagnosis. Carry out the programming to advise companies that are part of the "Crecimiento Empresarial Para la Formalización" program in the areas of: value offer, productive, commercial and accounting and financial aspects Carry out specialized consultancies in the areas of value offer, productive, commercial and accounting and financial aspects in each of the beneficiary companies of the "Crecimiento Empresarial Para la Formalización" program, assigned during the period of this contract ACHIEVEMENTS:Compliance in consultancies, progress reports and technicians of more than 30 companies in sectors of clothing, pharmacies, trade of technological products and services Show less

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  Chicken ready

  Feb 2021 - Oct 2021

  General manager

  Present to the board of directors the financial statements of the company and corporate strategies of the company.Prepare business plan and expansion modelKPI compliance in sales, costs and expensesDefine and promote the corporate philosophy.Identify the legal requirements that affect the development of the company's activity.Formulate strategic objectives and plans Determine the strategiesDetermine financing alternatives Attend and actively participate in the management committeesReview and approve the documents corresponding to the Management System.Monitor the execution and implementation of strategies and policies designed.Detect the potential risks that could affect the assets of the companyDesign the marketing plan, sales plan and brand plan.Give timely, reliable and periodic reports of the financial situation through the analysis of the financial statements to the board of directors.Monitor the administrative conduct of the organization in your care and the performance or efficiency of the staffApprove personnel requirementsApprove the purchases required for the organizationDelegate and follow up with your subordinatesSearch and make contacts with strategic suppliers.Safeguard the integrity of the company's securities, that is, checks, post-dated checks, cash, etc.Identify and segment the target market, their needs and expectations.Provide the client with all the necessary advice for the complete satisfaction of the productDirect advertising and direct marketing strategies.Evaluate customer satisfactionACHIEVEMENTSBrand expansion in the city of Bogotá with Dark KitchenImprovements in sales and Ebitda of the companyStandardization of current company processesSupply chain improvements Show less

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  Macondolab

  Sept 2021 - Dec 2021

  Startup mentor

  Helping entrepreneurs of the Apps.co program of the Colombia ICT Ministry who during the learning and business development process are in the growth and consolidation phase. As a mentor I advise, support, connect and inspire an entrepreneur to deliver the best of himself and achieve the maximum potential of his business.

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  Segen group

  Feb 2022 - Mar 2023

  Profesional senior

  Profesional Senior en area funcional del programa Entorno 2021 (programa desarrollado por la Secretaría Distrital de Desarrollo Económico en alianza con iNNpulsa Colombia, a través del cual buscamos identificar retos de innovación y transformación digital de las empresas e iniciativas de clúster), funciones enfocadas en metodologia del programa y acompañamiento de entidades prestadoras de servicio de innovación

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  Universidad ean

  Mar 2022 - Mar 2023

  Mentorías para empresas en comercio electrónico

  Mentorías empresariales en comercio electrónico del PNUD en programa Reactivación, empresas ubicadas en Bogotá y en Cali (bajo la alianza con Camara de Comercio de Cali)

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  Universidad simón bolívar

  Mar 2022 - now

  Investigador en Centro de Inteligencia Artificial, Formulación de proyectos de I+D, relaciones corporativas para proyectos conjuntosResponsabilidades Principales:Identificación y desarrollo de relaciones empresariales en sectores altamente especializados.Gestión de colaboraciones estratégicas entre AudacIA y empresas.Desarrollo de propuestas y cierre de acuerdos para proyectos de I+D.Integración efectiva de proyectos con áreas de innovación corporativa.Supervisión de proyectos y aseguramiento de resultados exitosos.Seguimiento de tendencias y regulaciones en los campos relevantes. Show less Como Director de Operaciones en el vanguardista Centro de Investigación en Inteligencia Artificial y Robótica, he tenido el privilegio de liderar y coordinar las operaciones de un equipo de investigación de élite, comprometido con el desarrollo y la implementación de soluciones de IA y robótica. Mi rol ha sido esencial para establecer y mantener relaciones productivas con entidades del sector público y privado, asegurando una comunicación efectiva y la presentación exitosa de proyectos innovadores.Responsabilidades clave:Gestión de Relaciones: Cultivo y mantenimiento de relaciones estratégicas con entidades públicas y privadas para la presentación y colaboración en proyectos de IA y robótica.Presentación de Proyectos: Demostración de los proyectos e investigaciones concluidas, destacando logros y valor agregado ante una audiencia diversa, desde expertos en tecnología hasta stakeholders no técnicos.Dirección Administrativa: Supervisión administrativa de proyectos en curso, garantizando la alineación con los objetivos operativos y la entrega a tiempo y dentro del presupuesto.Formulación de Proyectos I+D: Diseño y desarrollo de propuestas de proyectos para convocatorias de I+D, asegurando la innovación y la relevancia en el campo emergente de la IA y la robótica.Logros:Liderazgo en Proyectos: Dirección exitosa de proyectos de IA Captación de Fondos: Securización de financiamiento significativo a través de convocatorias de I+D, expandiendo las capacidades y el alcance del centro.Innovación y Reconocimiento: Contribución al reconocimiento del centro como líder en IACompetencias:Liderazgo estratégico y operativoComunicación efectiva con stakeholdersGestión de proyectos tecnológicosDesarrollo y presentación de propuestas de I+DInnovación en IA y robótica Show less

  • Investigador IA & relaciones corporativas AudacIA

    Dec 2023 - now

  • Mentor Senior y Consultor I+D - Programa Collision (Atlantico), Orbita (Cesar), Versos (Cesar)

    May 2022 - Dec 2023

  • Chief Operations Officer

    Mar 2022 - Nov 2023
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  Innpulsa colombia

  Jun 2024 - now

  Mentor

  Mentor of business models, business strategy and capital raising, in the BIBE - ALDEA consortium, operator of iNNpulsa Colombia's ALDEA programme. This is a programme aimed at consolidating and accelerating the growth of innovative and high-impact ventures. I am delighted to contribute to an organisation like iNNpulsa, which seeks to transform realities by fostering entrepreneurship and innovation in all regions of our country. Thank you for inviting me to contribute to the construction of this purpose: iNNNpulsa Colombia, BICTIA, IKU Innovation, Universidad El Bosque and Universidad EAN. Show less

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  Universidad de la salle

  Feb 2025 - now

  Docente maestría en inteligencia artificial y diseñador pedagógico visión por computador

  Diseño pedagógico y Docente de la asignatura “Visión por computador” (3 créditos) del programa Maestría en Inteligencia Artificial