Rafael Valdez

Rafael Valdez is an accomplished business leader with extensive experience in various managerial roles across multiple industries. Currently serving as General Manager and Chief Strategy Officer at Grupo Santa Elena since August 2014, Rafael oversees M&A, Marketing, Sales, Planning, IT, HR, and Supply Chain teams. Previously, Rafael held the position of Chief Operating Officer and Director of Projects at American Express from June 2013 to July 2014, and served as Manager of Business Planning and Result Analysis. Rafael's early career includes significant roles in Micro Finance at Banco de Credito del Peru and a position as President of the MBA Students Association at ESADE, where Rafael completed a Master in Business Administration. Rafael also gained international exposure through an exchange program at The University of Chicago Booth School of Business and holds a Bachelor's degree in Management from Universidad de Lima.