Leonardo Cortes

Leonardo Cortes currently serves as the Regional Chief Financial Officer (LatAm) for Reckitt in the Hygiene sector since July 2022. Previously, a notable tenure at BAT included roles as CFO for the South Europe Area and Global Head of Commercial Finance, where responsibilities spanned global marketing investments and efficiency initiatives. At Btomorrow Ventures, Leonardo was the Global Head of Portfolio & Investments, establishing a Corporate Venturing unit aimed at innovative collaborations. With a foundational career at Souza Cruz, roles included Corporate Controller overseeing extensive financial management and compliance, along with strategic planning responsibilities. Educational qualifications include advanced management and business leadership programs from prestigious institutions such as The Wharton School and IMD, complemented by a master's in business administration and a bachelor's in economy.