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Patricio Laporta
Open to opportunitiesChief Operating Officer (COO)
I scale international businesses through strategic execution, operational leadership, and AI-enabled processes.
SpainChief Operating Officer (COO) at Apparel Labs
About
I've partnered with the CEO at Apparel Labs to scale annual revenue from USD 4M to USD 10M through commercial strategy, pricing and international expansion.
As COO, I translate strategy into coordinated execution across Design, Product Development, Sourcing, Production and Finance. I've built leadership structures, owned planning and forecasting, rebuilt supplier networks across China, Vietnam and Bangladesh, and introduced AI and workflow automation to improve scalability.
Previously, I established and led Carey y Cia.'s China office, building its market presence, client base and professional network across China and Latin America.
Across Europe, Asia, Latin America and North America, I've advised C-suite executives on cross-border investments, market entry and international transactions exceeding USD 800M. My background as a corporate lawyer helps me lead complex, cross-functional work through ambiguity with disciplined execution.
Experience
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Partnered with the CEO to scale annual revenue from USD 4M to USD 10M through commercial strategy, pricing, and international expansion. Translated company strategy into coordinated execution across Design, Product Development, Sourcing, Production, and Finance, and built leadership structures for growth.
Commercial StrategyPricingInternational ExpansionCross functional LeadershipBusiness PlanningP&L managementAIAutomationSupplier ManagementProcess Improvement
Education
CEIBS
Global Executive MBA from CEIBS in Shanghai, China, completed between 2020 and 2022.
Global Executive MBA from CEIBS in Shanghai, China, completed between 2020 and 2022.
Universidad de los Andes
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from Universidad de los Andes, completed between 2007 and 2011.
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from Universidad de los Andes, completed between 2007 and 2011.
IESE Business School
Participated in the International Module at IESE Business School as part of the Global Executive MBA program.