Simon Bolivar Duran

Simon Bolivar Duran has extensive experience in the footwear industry, currently serving as Caribbean Manager at Weinbrenner Shoe Co Inc since June 2016. Duran has held multiple managerial roles at Dominican Wolverine Shoe since January 1998, including Plant Manager, where responsibility encompassed supervising over 700 employees in two manufacturing facilities. Additional expertise includes overseeing engineering functions with a focus on factory layouts, process improvements, and establishing efficient production lines. Duran's background also includes managing production to achieve output of 2,000 pairs per day and enhancing distribution capabilities for international markets. Academic qualifications include a Master’s degree in Project Management from Universidad Nacional Pedro Henriquez Urena and a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering from Instituto Tecnologico de Santo Domingo.