luca - COO/Managing Director - Italy - iCEO #87176

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luca's Profile

iCEO #87176

Position: COO/Managing Director

Nationality: Italy

Experience

Marketing and business development senior executive, founder of a consulting practice and co-founder of a food service business, with over 20 years of experience in digital transformation and sales and marketing optimization.

Major Achievements

In 2006, I managed the turnaround and repositioning of the Brazilian Rewards & Loyalty marketing subsidiary of a multinational group, amidst a market recession ignited by changes in Social Security regulation. The company was the market leader, worth over BRL 500mi in billing revenues and accounting for 200 collaborators. After 2 years of severe losses and a profound restructuring, the business became profitable again in 2009 and, in 2010, exceeded turnover budget by 12%.

Industry Sector Competencies

E-Commerce/Internet

Telecom, Marketing Technology.

FMCG, Automotive, Energy, Agribusiness.

Consumer Goods, Food & Beverages

Consulting, Payments, Media, Advertising..

Professional Objectives

Function: C / director level: General Management, Marketing, Business Development, Revenue, Client Management, Venture/Operating partner.

Sector: FMCG, Financial Services, PE&VC, Retail, Media & Comms, Agribusiness, Internet & Tech, Consulting.

Interim Manager: Yes

Permanent Position: Yes

Operational: Yes

Availability: Full time, part time

Prefered Locations: EMEA

Additional Professional Interests

Operational coaching on demand

Non executive director assignments

Countries Covered

Brazil

Italy

Spain

USA

Operational Competencies

Technologies to market (Professional)

Business development (Expert)

Acquisition and shadow management (Professional)

New product or service launch (Expert)

Geographical expansion (Professional)

Company rescue or turnaround (Professional)

Pre or post investment audit (Professional)