Andres Felipe
Santa
PROJECT MANAGER
&
BUSINESS DESIGNER
Hello
Here's who I am & what I do
I’m a Project Manager and Logistics specialist with 6 years of experience in structuring, developing, and managing logistics, energy, and agricultural projects. I hold analytical and entrepreneurship abilities that helped me develop business strategies and value creation by leveraging knowledge on Project Management, Business Intelligence, Data Analytics, Business Modeling, Finance, and Logistics. I am interested in Project Management and entrepreneurship initiatives.
Experience
2018 - Present
Ecopharm Biosciences Corp.
CO-FOUNDER & PROJECT DIRECTOR
Bogotá, COL
Medical Cannabis Start-up. Fully-integrated bio-pharmaceutical producer, manufacturer, and distributor of high-quality medical cannabis derivatives.
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Designed, developed, and lead a corporate strategy from the licensing stage, fundraising, and business modeling until product development and commercial rump-up.
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Executed and controlled a $2.6 MMUSD project budget consolidating milestones and objectives defined by the Board of Directors.
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Controlled and supervised the operation, construction, and development of 18ha state-of-the-art cultivation and extraction facilities as well as the commercial launch of "Xoi Botanicals" a medical cannabis-based brand.
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Elaborate quarterly reports of company performance reporting directly to investors and the Board of Directors (BOD).
2016 - 2018
Sloane Energy Colombia
SENIOR ANALYST
Bogotá, COL
Private investment company specialized in the development of mining, energy, and logistical projects in Colombia.
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Developed, structured, and filed a complete feasibility study for a Public-Private Partnership (PPP-APP) that intended to rehabilitate 524 km of the Colombian Central Railroad Corridor.
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Developed a Business and Financial model for an integrated multi-business platform integrating energy, mining, and logistics business into a consolidated model with stand-alone Business Units.
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Developed market and demand studies using data analysis tools as the main inputs of an integrated multi-business initiative.
2014 - 2015
DeSanta SAS
CO-FOUNDER & CEO
Bogotá, COL
A multi-industry family office focused on the real state, entertainment, and retail.
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Build a multi-fund family office corporate structure defining roles, responsibilities, legal requirements and company bylaws.
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Executed and controlled budget forecasts based on investment committee approvals.
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Controlled and supervised the operation and performance of company investments and explore, create, or bring new investment alternatives.
2013
Weatherford Colombia Limited
INTERNATIONAL PROCUREMENT ANALYST
Bogotá, COL
Multinational oil-gas services provider Company.
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Support procurement processes for all business units, analyze price fluctuation of each supplier, prepare and release monthly reports to related business units giving support with the use of programs such as JD Edwards and SAP.
Education
Education
Education
2015 - 2016
HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY
Edinburgh, United Kingdom (UK)
The program cover key issues in international business management including the international business environment as well as the importance of strategy, finance, marketing, and organizational behavior. You then focus on developing specific knowledge and skills in your chosen pathway subject in preparation for a career in that area.
(MSc) International Business Management
with Logistics
2009 - 2013
PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD JAVERIANA
Bogotá, Colombia (COL)
(BBA) Bachelor Business Administration
The objective of the program is to train comprehensive Business Administrators, with a global vision and a vocation for service; suitable to perform professionally from a strategic perspective that enables them to create or develop organizations.
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Competences
Financial Modeling
Business Intelligence
Data Analytics
Budgeting & Planning
Resources Management
Microsoft Office Suite
Revit (BIM) - In Progress
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Certifications
Achievements
Data Visualization with Tableau - University of California, Davis
2008 - Sub 18 Colombian Soccer National Team
PMP® - Project Management Professional (In Progress)
2007 - Sub 17 Bogotá Soccer League Team
Stock Exchange Courses - Bolsa Valores de Colombia (BVC)
2005 - 2009 Club Deportivo los Millonarios
Advance Excel - Magister System
Languages
Spanish (native)
English (proficient) - C1
Soft Skills
Critical Thinking
Adaptability
Creativity
Teamwork
Leadership
Conflict Mang
Negotiation
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Eduardo Francisco Elejalde
Harvard University, Columbia University, MIT
Professional Investor, Private Equity, Investment Banking
LAEFEM Colombia Ltda. (CEO), Myrtlewood Foundation (Founder), World Bank Group
“I have known Andrés since he was a youngster some 15 years ago as a result of my working relationship with his father and my close friendship with his family. During these years, I have seen him grow to become a solid professional with experience in energy, financial analysis, management, and logistics. He is competitive, as evidenced by his years playing soccer (football) at the national level. He also has a promising entrepreneurial spirit; at his relatively young age, he already has been involved in a number of entrepreneurial efforts. Further, he is honest and has high ethical standards”.
Kevin Everingham
Harvard University, University of Toronto
Seasoned Banker, Private Equity, Banking
Sprout Advisor Inc. (CEO), Eight Capital, BMO Capital Markets
“I've had the pleasure of working with Andres for a number of years at Ecopharm Biosciences. As a seasoned banker and businessperson, I've worked with many individuals in different capacities throughout the years and found Andres not only to be very diligent, dependable, and productive, but open to learning and developing his skills daily. In addition, he was a pleasure to work with and had a terrific attitude. Working on building a business from another country can be difficult but having someone like Andres on the ground in Colombia gave me the confidence that critical activities would be in safe hands and be done correctly. I would welcome the opportunity to work with Andres in the future”.
Dean Callaway
Delhousie University, Nyerode Business Universiteit
Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Oil & Gas, Cannabis
Sonoro (CFO), Brox (CFO), Bukit Energy (CFO), Merill Lynch
“I would highly recommend Andres to any entity contemplating hiring him for their organization. I had the pleasure to work with Andres in his role as Project Manager of which he performed with impeccable precision. He is organized, communicates extremely well (perfect English) and is a leader for other team members for efficiently getting tasks done. He rises to the top in challenging situations, learns quickly and is loyal to the core. Any progressive organization would enhance their employment roster with the addition of this quality individual”.