Alexander Goenaga

Experience

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  BTG Pactual

  Sept 2010 - Mar 2013

  HEAD OF INSTITUTIONAL TRADING

  - Collaborated in establishing BTG Pactual's office in Colombia, leading the expansion process and ensuring compliance with local financial regulations. This initiative solidified BTG’s presence in the Colombian market, creating new business opportunities and strengthening strategic relationships with key clients and institutions in the region.- Institutional Client Relationships and Development: Built and maintained strong relationships with institutional clients and global counterparts, serving as the primary contact to deliver tailored solutions aligned with clients’ investment needs. - Trading Strategy and Execution: Developed and implemented trading strategies in international markets to maximize institutional clients' investment returns, ensuring efficient order execution and competitive pricing. Show less

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  Grupo Bancolombia / Valores

  Mar 2013 - Oct 2014

  HEAD OF INSTITUTIONAL INTERNATIONAL TRADING

  - Trading Strategy and Execution: Developed and implemented trading strategies in international markets to maximize institutional clients' investment returns, ensuring efficient order execution and competitive pricing. - Institutional Client Relationships and Development: Built and maintained strong relationships with institutional clients and global counterparts, serving as the primary contact to deliver tailored solutions aligned with clients’ investment needs. -Risk Management: Identified and managed risks in trading operations, especially in volatile markets, utilizing hedging and other strategies to safeguard client portfolios. Show less

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  Bebidas y Alimentos de Colombia SAS

  Nov 2014 - Jan 2020

  Finance Director

  - Financial Leadership: : Led a team of 226 employees, designing and implementing strategies that drove value across multiple business lines, fully aligned with BACO's mission in sustainability and community development. Achieved a 20% cost optimization through process automation and enhanced supply chain efficiency, strengthening profitability in retail outlets and export operations. With a strategic focus on pricing and forecasting, maximized profit margins in a highly dynamic market. Additionally, solidified strategic relationships with key investors and partners, supporting BACO's expansion and ensuring alignment with ethical and sustainable standards at every stage of growth. - Risk Management and Strategic Planning: Collaborated closely with the board of directors to mitigate risks and capitalize on strategic opportunities, ensuring alignment with BACO’s vision of sustainability and community growth. Led proactive risk assessments to address commodity price volatility and international market fluctuations, protecting profit margins and securing financial stability. Improved financial indicators by an average of 1400 basis points above inflation, demonstrating effective risk management and strategic planning that optimized resources at each stage of expansion. Additionally, developed regulatory compliance policies and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) practices, reinforcing BACO’s ethical and sustainable commitment across all operations. - Reporting and Forecasting: Led the reporting, planning, and forecasting of new business initiatives, with a strong emphasis on strategic scenario planning and analysis. - Investment and Asset Management: Managed liquidity investments and controlled fixed assets, optimizing returns and ensuring efficient asset utilization. -Stakeholder Engagement: Fostered connectivity and communication between financial and business stakeholders, enhancing collaboration and problem resolution. Show less

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  Agrow Hedge Fund/ Alternative investments: real estate, commodities, private equity.

  Jan 2020 - Oct 2021

  Director of Finance & Investments - LATAM

  - Investment Fund and Portfolio Management: Administered and managed investment funds and portfolios in alternative investments valued at over USD 100 million, ensuring optimal asset allocation and performance. - Divestment Execution: Divested 25% of the portfolio to mitigate risks and realize gains and Designed securitization, private debt, and bank loan mechanisms. - Financial Analysis and Model Development: Led the design and implementation of advanced financial models to evaluate new investment opportunities across diverse asset classes, including REITs, commodities, secondary issuances, and high-growth startups. These models provided in-depth risk analysis, cash flow projections, and ROI assessments, supporting data-driven strategic decisions. Show less

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  Credicorp Capital / Private Equity Fund focused on alternative assets in Commodities & REITs.

  Jan 2021 - Dec 2023

  Managing Director Alternative Asset - CCC

  - Leadership and Team Management: From a financial leadership perspective, I directed a workforce of 15 employees and managed over 80 indirect team members, coordinating a group of 5 executives across companies where the Private Equity Fund held economic interests. Focused on financial optimization, I ensured smooth operations, strict budget control, robust cash flow management, and strategic divestment initiatives to maximize portfolio returns. - Strategic Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A): I developed and implemented comprehensive financial strategies that optimized processes and achieved a 32% cost reduction. Led the creation of detailed financial models for forecasting revenue and expenses, conducted variance analysis, and established key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess profitability. Additionally, I designed highprecision financial reports to support strategic decision-making, enhancing budget control and the efficient allocation of resources. - Sustainability and ESG Integration: Issued USD 5 million in carbon bonds on the European market to finance sustainable projects, contributing to environmental conservation and social responsibility. - Financial Impact: Achieved an average annual portfolio valuation increase of 15% through strategic debt restructuring, renegotiating terms with banks and suppliers to optimize financial conditions. Additionally, led the divestment of companies misaligned with the Private Equity Fund’s investment strategy, ensuring strategic coherence across the portfolio and enhancing overall returns for investors. - Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management: Fostered strong relationships with stakeholders, including investors, regulatory bodies, and community leaders. Show less

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  Barakus Capital HF

  Feb 2024 - now

  Managing Director

  - Development and Implementation of Investment Strategies in Venture Capital and Alternative Assets: I lead the identification and selection of high-growth, high-return investment opportunities in venture capital and alternative assets. I have designed a diversified strategy that enables Barakus Capital to optimize returns and maintain a competitive edge in the global alternative investment market.- Risk Management and Hedging Strategies: I oversee the implementation of advanced hedging strategies to mitigate volatility and protect portfolios against market risks. My approach focuses on safeguarding investors' interests through tools that maximize financial stability and preserve portfolio value during periods of high volatility.- Capital Structure Design and Financing Strategies for New Projects: I lead the creation of capital structures and financing strategies tailored to support high-impact projects in venture capital and alternative assets. This strategic management allows Barakus Capital to expand its investment opportunities and contribute to the growth of innovative companies that align financial and sustainable goals. Show less