María Jesús Montero

María Jesús Montero is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in project management and negotiations. Currently serving as the Regional Partnerships & Ecosystems Manager for Central & South America at Griffith Foods since January 2018, María Jesús has successfully implemented strong negotiation strategies that achieved a cost reduction of $700K in production plant expenses and significantly improved operational efficiencies through the automation of purchasing processes. Previously, María Jesús held various roles at Walmart from April 2014 to January 2018, focusing on project management and continuous process improvement. Educational credentials include a Certificate in Social Impact Partnerships from Georgetown University, a Master's degree in Project Management from Aden Business School, and a Postgraduate Degree in Industrial Engineering from Universidad de Costa Rica.