Maria Montano

Maria Montano has a diverse work experience spanning over several companies and industries. Maria most recently served as the President/CEO of Gerber Childrenswear LLC since March 2018. Prior to that, they were the President, Britax Americas at Britax Child Safety from July 2016 to December 2017. From January 2013 to June 2016, they worked as the General Manager of Bugaboo Americas. Maria also held various positions at Nike, Inc., including Global Diversity & Inclusion from August 2011 to October 2012, Nike Canada General Manager from July 2009 to July 2011, General Manager Nike USA South Region from July 2008 to June 2009, and Strategic Planning Director, Nike USA from May 2007 to July 2008. Their earlier career includes roles at Univision, where they served as Vice President and General Manager from January 2003 to April 2007, Station Manager from September 2001 to December 2002, and Executive Trainee from September 2000 to August 2001. Maria started their career as a Project Leader at G2 Research from 1996 to 1998.

Maria Montano earned a BA in Economics from Stanford University, completing their studies between 1988 and 1993. Maria later obtained an MBA in Marketing and Organizational Behavior from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, studying from 1998 to 2000. Additionally, Maria Montano obtained a Certificate in Financial Management from Cornell University, although the specific duration of this program is not provided.