Julio Marrero

Julio Marrero has over 30 years of work experience in various leadership roles in the IT industry. Julio is currently the Director of Information Technology at National Beverage Corp., where they oversee the technological aspects of the company's diverse portfolio of beverages.

Prior to this, Marrero served as the Director of Operations and Director of ERP Business Transformation at Johnson Controls International, where they played a key role in driving business transformation and cost savings through strategic initiatives such as offshoring and program restructuring.

Marrero also founded and served as a Senior Management Consultant at C-LEVEL ADVISORS INTERNATIONAL LLC, a management consulting business specializing in IT strategy development, business process engineering, and systems integration. Julio provided strategic planning and acquisition integration services to various companies operating in the middle market.

Furthermore, Marrero held leadership positions at companies such as Starboard Cruise Services/LVMH, where they contributed to the executive management team and established IT governance processes. Julio also founded Marrero & Associates LLC, where they served as a Principal Consultant, as well as served as Vice President and CIO at Minolta Corporation and Exp@nets, Inc.

Earlier in their career, Marrero held positions at Simon & Schuster/Pearson Education, Avon, and Pepsi Beverages Company, where they gained experience in information systems, technology, and global order management.

Overall, Marrero's work experience demonstrates their expertise in IT strategy development, business transformation, systems integration, and program management across multiple industries.

Julio Marrero has a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Computer Science from Kean University. Julio also attended the New Jersey Institute of Technology for Air Force ROTC, although the specific field of study is not provided. In terms of additional certifications, they obtained a course certificate for "Becoming an Agile Coach," "Cert Prep: Project Management Professional (PMP)™," "Learning Microsoft Dynamics 365: The Basics," and "Managing a Customer Contact Center" from LinkedIn Learning in 2020. Julio also holds an Amateur Radio - Advanced Operator Class certification from the Federal Communications Commission, which they obtained in October 2007. Additionally, they have certifications in Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB) from PepsiCo and Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB) from Tunxis Community College. Julio is also certified as a SCORE Certified Business Mentor through SCORE Mentors Miami Dade.