Alexandre O. Bretas Prado

Latin America Business Director at Lubrizol

Alexandre O. Bretas Prado has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Alexandre started their career as an Engineering Student Intern at Robert Bosch, where they successfully implemented a CAD designing system. Alexandre then joined 3M as a Manufacturing Engineer, leading initiatives for process optimization and cost reduction.

Alexandre later moved to Monsanto do Brasil Ltda/Solutia do Brasil Ltda, where they served as a Marketing and Technical Service Supervisor for South America. In this role, they led product adjustment and start-up projects, resulting in increased yield and product qualification.

Alexandre then joined Solutia Inc. in the USA, where they held two roles. First, as a Sales and Marketing Manager for Latin America and the Caribbean, they achieved significant growth in the plastic window film business by expanding sales offices, managing personnel, and building a network of dealers. Later, as a Global New Business Development Manager, they led global teams in developing new business models and products, resulting in successful licensing agreements and revenue growth.

Alexandre continued their career at Agis Distribuição as a Marketing Director, responsible for creating and executing strategic marketing plans to support revenue growth and implement innovative business models.

Currently, Alexandre is the Latin America Business Director at The Lubrizol Corporation, where they oversee business operations and strategies in the region.

Throughout their career, Alexandre has demonstrated strong leadership, strategic planning, and business development skills, leading to substantial revenue growth and success in various roles.

Alexandre O. Bretas Prado has the following education history:

- In 2006, they attended Babson College for the Corporate Entrepreneurship Program.

- In the same year, they also attended MIT Sloan School of Management for Managing Complex Product Development Projects.

- Alexandre completed a New Product Management Certification at McMaster University in 2006.

- In 1995-1996, they pursued a Pos-graduation degree in Marketing at ESPM Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing.

- From 1987 to 1992, they earned an Engineering Degree in Manufacturing & Mechanic from FEI.

- Alexandre has also completed courses in Disruptive Strategy from Harvard Business School Online.

- Additionally, they have participated in a Senior Leadership coaching program at Limiaris Desenvolvimento de Pessoas e Organizações.

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  • Latin America Business Director

    January, 2013 - present