Leonardo Soares

Leonardo Soares is a seasoned professional in architecture and retail management, currently serving as a Retail Design Manager at Puig since September 2023. Prior to this role, Leonardo held multiple positions, including Architect at REDESARQ Projetos Especiais from February 2013 to September 2023, and Key Account Manager at Equipa Group from February 2022 to August 2023. Leonardo's extensive experience in account management includes roles at get2market as Key Account & Shopper Manager and Barrows as Account Manager. Leonardo's career began at L'Oréal Brasil in June 2004, advancing through various roles, culminating in the position of In-Store Team Manager. Leonardo's early experience in architecture includes internships at GAA - Grupo de Arquitetos Associados and Vale, providing a solid foundation in design and urbanism. An alumnus of Instituto Metodista Bennett with a degree in Architecture and Urbanism, Leonardo has developed a diverse skill set that bridges the creative and commercial aspects of the retail environment.