STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP & BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION MANAGER, SPECIALIZING IN HIGH-VALUE MARKETS AND SUSTAINABLE GROWTH

Ricardo is an operations Manager and leader with 16+ years of experience scaling a high-end bespoke business from 0 to 100+ personnel, generating over €2M in annual revenue. Known for delivering white-glove client service, he has built high-performing teams and driven innovation through creative problem-solving and operational excellence.

At Atelier des Créateurs, a key subsidiary of a French multinational company with expertise in insurance, textiles, and IT, Ricardo's unique positioning within a global ecosystem provided valuable experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, adopting best practices across industries, and deepening his understanding of corporate governance and market dynamics. These experiences sharpened his ability to deliver high standards across the value chain while addressing complex operational challenges.

Through the Executive MBA, Ricardo enhanced his strategic leadership skills, with a focus on change management, AI & emerging technologies, and data-driven transformation. Additionally, his certification in Sustainability equips him to lead ESG-focused initiatives, offering organizations forward-looking solutions tailored to evolving market needs. Fluent in English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish, Ricardo excels in building relationships with clients, stakeholders, and multicultural teams, driving business opportunities across international markets. He inspires teams with an empathetic leadership style, fostering collaborative and meritocratic cultures rooted in mutual trust.

Ricardo’s next employer will benefit from his interpersonal skills, operational expertise, strategic vision and creativity. His meticulous attention to detail, cultivated through his luxury fashion experience, enables him to identify inefficiencies and implement solution-oriented approaches. He is passionate about driving change and sustainable growth, delivering long-term value through innovative leadership.