Castaneda
COO/Managing Director - El Salvador - iCEO #48814

Experience

Has directed world class companies for over 14 years in positions as GM in El Salvador for a HK based full-package manufacturer with 1,700 employees and COO and VP for two US companies servicing mass retail and specialty markets. He is an IE from Ga Tech and complemented this with advanced management at London Business School. He is CEO of Castagroup and Director of Xperience Consulting Group.

Major Achievements

He has performed in all cycles of the business from design and concept development through manufacturing, sales and merchandising. As an independent advisor, his project collaborations include establishing foreign investment startups in conjunction with local government, setting up innovative education and training programs, and advising on corporate strategy for regional competitive development. A global scope has allowed him to bring together the best of different cultures, tying together Hong Kong and the US while operating out of Latin America.

Industry Sector Competencies

Systems Integration

Consumer Goods

Packaging

Textiles

Engineering

Professional Objectives

Function: Regional Director or CEO

Interim Manager: Yes

Permanent Position: Yes

Operational: Yes

Availability: Full time

Prefered Locations: Americas or Europe

Additional Professional Interests

Non executive director assignments

Countries Covered

El Salvador

Hong Kong

Portugal

USA

Operational Competencies

Business development (Expert)

Acquisition and shadow management (Professional)

New product or service launch (Expert)

Geographical expansion (Professional)

Company rescue or turnaround (Expert)