Armando Hurtado

Armando Hurtado is a highly experienced professional in research and development, with a strong focus on the grooming sector. At Procter & Gamble from July 2019 to May 2024, Armando served as Director for Global Grooming, initially overseeing packaging development and later leading R&D efforts for Gillette's disposables and entry-level systems. Responsibilities included driving innovation to enhance product sustainability and financial performance. Additionally, Armando was in charge of Global Agile Innovation, managing a distributed team to accelerate new product and supply chain innovations. Academic credentials include a Master's degree in Engineering and Management from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Universidad Simón Bolívar. Armando also contributed as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at MIT, fostering understanding of business dynamics and strategy.