Carlos Montes

CARLOS MONTES- +1 - SUMMARY Carlos’ expertise lies in transforming ideas into realities; his strength is to promote projects in wide range of sectors by facilitating strategic partnerships. He has the ability to connect people from different backgrounds who speak different languages, and to transform their ideas into new and creative solutions and ventures. This dexterity, allows him to foster relationships all around the world by connecting people with resources and obtaining successful results. Moreover, his leadership abilities have allowed him to successfully lead teams who are specialized in conducting a wide range of research in various industries, to guarantee the success of the projects envisioned. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Control Online Bolivia La Paz, Bolivia General Manager Oct 2019 – Present • Launched and established the Software Company in Bolivia. • Analyses potential problems of clients and offers potential solutions using technology. • Strategizes the plan from envisioning stage through its execution. • Analyzes the business processes and suggest technology-based changes to improve the client’s experience. • Leads the selection and development of the team, as well as the business development efforts in Bolivia. CM Building Ideas La Paz, Bolivia Owner/Consultant June 2018 – Present • Provides Consulting Services in Strategic Planning, Process Optimization, and Implementation of Technology. • Analyses clients current situation on order to suggest technology-based changes in order to improve the processes. • Provides Business Coaching and Mentorship to entrepreneurs and Small Businesses. EMS 20 Group San Diego, CA/TJ, México Co-Founder - Managing Partner Feb 2018 – September 2021 • Led the creation and development of EMS 20 Group franchise model, which includes: - Creation of the EMS 20 brand and development of the international franchise, EMS 20 Group. - Launch of the first studio in the USA (San Diego, CA). - Development of all the internal processes, such as: o Training programs, Sales and marketing strategy, Customer service, Day to day operations Entrepreneurial Ventures Miami, FL, La Paz, Bolivia Managing Partner Jan 2014 – October 2021 • Developed and financially structured investment projects in the public and private sector, in areas such as infrastructure, defense, productive development, amongst others, in Bolivia, Paraguay, Peru and Colombia. • Provided strategic business consulting services to clients in construction, hospitality, renewable energy, and trade. • Acted as senior advisor to C-level management and business leaders on the process of starting new businesses, formation of partnerships and joint ventures, and mergers and acquisitions. • Lead teams of expert consultants in the required fields, such as finance, marketing, legal and IT. Managed, oversaw and coordinated technical teams, providing guidance and decision-making direction based on past experiences. EDUCATION Georgetown University Masters in Technology Management Washington, DC May 2022* University of Miami MBA - Masters in Business Administration Miami, FL Dec 2017 University of Tampa BS. International Business and Economics Tampa, FL May 2012 ADDITIONAL SKILLS • • Fluent in English and Spanish and limited Working Proficiency in German. Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and QuickBooks.