Alejandro F. Olivares

Driving Growth & Turnaround | Business Development Director | Strategy & Value Creation | EMBA HEC Paris

France

About

Strategy and Business Development Director with experience driving growth, launching new business lines, and improving operational performance across different industries. I have led initiatives that contributed to a 34% increase in firm income, combining strategic thinking with hands-on execution to deliver measurable results. My background spans business development, operations, and large-scale project implementation across both private and public sector environments. Along the way, I have also built and operated ventures in fintech, consulting, retail, and renewable energy, which shaped a strong execution-driven approach to strategy and value creation. I hold an Executive MBA from HEC Paris with a specialization in Finance, which complements my practical experience in growth, strategy, and business transformation. I am particularly interested in roles at the intersection of strategy, finance, and value creation.

Experience

  • Sherpa (Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico)
    • Business Development Director
      Mar 2020 - Jan 2026 · 5 yrs 11 mos

      Legal and tax consulting firm, subsidiary of Chevez Ruiz Zamarripa. Drove strategic growth initiatives and launched new business lines, contributing to a 34% increase in firm income (2023–2025). • Defined and executed business development strategy, aligning growth initiatives with the firm’s long-term objectives. • Identified and captured new revenue opportunities through market analysis and trend evaluation. • Led the design and implementation of strategic initiatives to drive revenue growth and business expansion.

    • Business Development Manager
      Apr 2017 - Feb 2020 · 2 yrs 11 mos

      Led the development of new business models, translating strategic objectives into structured initiatives, processes, and measurable execution. • Set and aligned goals for the business development team, driving performance against growth targets. • Managed end-to-end project execution, overseeing planning, implementation, and performance evaluation. • Ensured quality control and process optimization across business development initiatives.

  • Entrepreneurship & Venture Experience at Self-employed
    Jan 2011 - Nov 2024 · 13 yrs 11 mos

    Founded and operated multiple ventures across fintech, consulting, retail, and renewable energy, leading business model design, operations, and growth initiatives. Selected highlights: • Founded NUMUN, a fintech company focused on wealth management, overseeing business model design and platform development. • Built and managed a coffee shop chain with 7 locations across 3 cities, leading operations and process standardization. • Founded a consulting firm advising educational institutions, managing client delivery and project execution. • Developed renewable energy solutions, including solar and water collection systems, implementing efficiency-focused technologies.

  • Data Analyst at Secretaría de Salud del Gobierno de México
    Jul 2020 - Apr 2021 · 10 mos

    Volunteered as a data analyst during the first two waves of the COVID-19 pandemic in Mexico, coordinating a team of analysts responsible for assessing the progression of the pandemic and supporting local government decision-making.

  • Infotec, Centro de Investigación e Innovación en TIC (Full-time · 1 yr 11 mos)
    • Project Leader
      Jan 2016 - Mar 2017 · 1 yr 3 mos

      Led the implementation of a nationwide IT system for Mexico’s federal criminal justice system, coordinating cross-functional teams of 75+ consultants. • Negotiated acquisition contracts between INFOTEC and the Mexican federal government, ensuring alignment on scope, delivery, and performance requirements. • Directed large-scale implementation efforts, overseeing system deployment, stakeholder coordination, and operational rollout across multiple entities. • Led the training of 16+ professionals, enabling effective adoption of the system by government managers and end users.

    • Process and Database Designer
      May 2015 - Dec 2015 · 8 mos

      Designed the system architecture, business rules, and operational processes for the federal criminal justice IT system. • Led functional testing efforts to ensure system quality, performance, and compliance with operational requirements.

  • Negotiator at Secretaría de Gobernación
    Jun 2013 - Feb 2015 · 1 yr 9 mos

    Participated in negotiations between federal authorities and civilian self-defense groups as part of a national pacification and disarmament effort. Worked in a politically sensitive and high-risk environment, supporting conflict resolution across multiple stakeholders, including government and civil society.