Aki Baravalle

Aki Baravalle

Head of Sales, Revenue & Business Development
Open to Relocation and Business Travel, Worldwide Remote, Boston, Madrid, Buenos Aires.

About

Global Sales, GTM & Revenue Leader | Remote Team Builder | Enterprise Deal Closer | AI-first enablement
Over 25 years driving high-impact revenue growth and scaling businesses globally. Experienced in Digital Transformation, IT Services, B2B SaaS, e-commerce, and Staff Augmentation, consistently optimizing business models, leading high-performing international remote sales teams, and closing complex global deals. Delivered significant market expansion and profitability across diverse tech, energy, construction, and retail sectors, Americas, EMEA, and APAC. Experienced delivering results in high-growth and startup environments.

Skills

Sales & Business Development

Startup GTM Experience, Tech Sales & Strategy Development, Negotiation & Team Leadership, Tender Negotiations, B2B Sales, Account Management, Revenue Growth, Market Expansion, Go-to-Market Strategy, Pipeline Generation, Sales Enablement, Sales Operations, CRM Optimization.

Leadership & Management

Team Management & Mentoring, Global Management, Public & Institutional Relationship, Cross-functional Collaboration, Strategic Planning, Stakeholder Management, Process Optimization.

Tools

HubSpot, Monday, Buzz, Amplemarket, Zoho, Nutshell, Salesforce, Jira, Slack, Google Drive Suite.

Industry Expertise

Software, Hardware, SaaS, Construction, Energy (Solar, Wind, Renewables), Retail, Oil & Gas Logistics, IT Services.

Digital & Technology

Digital Transformation, Blockchain, Nearshore Staff Augmentation, B2B SaaS, AI Automation, AI Agent Integration, CRM Systems (HubSpot, Zoho, Nutshell, Salesforce), BIM for FM, Vtex Admin Expert, Python (Beginner).

Work

Spods.com
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Sales & Revenue Advisor

Milan, Italy

Summary

Leveraged advanced AI technologies to enhance recruitment processes, resulting in faster and more effective hiring. • Advised the CEO on sales, revenue, and go-to-market strategies to drive business growth. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions that improved talent engagement.

Mindtech, US
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Head of Revenue BD & Sales Americas

Summary

Leading B2B sales and account management operations across the U.S. and Mexico driving market expansion and 2X revenue growth. Software and IT staff augmentation services.

Highlights

Achieved an 8% increase in Q1 revenue through strategic sales initiatives and performance optimization.

Managed, built, and coached a high-performing team of 10 sales directors, 4 SDRs, 2 Marketing analysts, and customer success/delivery teams, enhancing productivity and deal conversion.

Spearheaded AI automation and AI agent integration, streamlining sales processes and improving efficiency.

Successfully implemented HubSpot, Monday, Buzz, and Amplemarket, optimizing CRM, workflow automation, and sales enablement.

Tekdana Cyber Security Services, US
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Fractional B2B Sales Director

Summary

Led B2B Cyber Security SaaS sales solutions, building sales teams and GTM strategy to streamline processes and achieve revenue goals.

Highlights

Implemented B2B CSRASaaS sales solutions, building sales teams and GTM Strategy.

Streamlined sales processes and improved efficiency, contributing to enhanced operational performance and productivity.

Implementation of CRM, Outbound tools, sales strategy, outbound team, pipeline generation, and revenue goals.

Valtech Innovation. FR/AR
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Senior Business Developer Americas

Summary

Managed B2B, B2B2B, and B2B2C SaaS sales solutions to drive revenue growth, innovation and market expansion for digital transformation and eCommerce solutions.

Highlights

Managed B2B, B2B2B, and B2B2C SaaS sales solutions, driving revenue growth and market expansion.

Oversaw partner accounts across Mexico, Chile, Argentina, and Brazil, strengthening relationships and maximizing sales opportunities.

Led the delivery of e-commerce solutions, including VTEX and Commerce Tools, to enhance digital commerce capabilities for clients.

Contextus LatAm
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Senior Commercial Director

Summary

Built and led the Commercial Department and BDR team for Social Selling, driving lead generation and sales growth in SaaS E-commerce.

Highlights

Led the Commercial Department, GTM strategy and BDR team for Social Selling, driving lead generation and sales growth.

Implemented key management tools including CRM systems, chatbots, and advanced reporting to optimize sales operations.

Secured the Nestlé Purina account, leading the successful implementation of solutions across 8,000 veterinary stores.

Directed and championed MiNegocioPersonal.com.ar, a high-impact project for Telecom, enhancing digital sales channels.

YouBIM US/UAE
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Business Development Director

Summary

Directed market expansion into US, Kuwait, Oman, and UAE, securing major high-value contracts and driving strategic growth for B2B BIM SaaS systems.

Highlights

Led market expansion into Kuwait, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), establishing a strong regional presence.

Secured major high-value contracts with National Bank of Kuwait, Abu Dhabi International Airport, and Dubai Airport, driving strategic growth and revenue.

Greeneum Network
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Global Business Growth Strategist & Investor. LatAm, US, Israel

Summary

Drove global business growth and investment strategies for a blockchain-based renewable energy and carbon credits exchange.

Highlights

Developed blockchain-based token generation from renewable and fossil energy, enabling CO2 green bonds for trading within the Greneum marketplace to compensate CO2 footprint and finance renewable energy projects.

Served as an Investor, Business Strategist, and B2B Sales Advisor, guiding companies in growth, market expansion, and revenue optimization.

Speaker at international conferences with expertise in business strategy, sales, and digital transformation, alongside media management and brand positioning.

Solek Group Spa EU/LatAm
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Business Development Manager

Summary

Represented Solek Group in the development of solar energy projects across Argentina, leading bidding strategies and private Power Purchase Agreement negotiations.

Highlights

Led bidding strategy for the National Solar Bidding Program (Renovar), securing key opportunities.

Successfully acquired 908 MW RTB (Ready-to-Build) and negotiated private Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) to drive renewable energy growth.

Eviva Martifer EU/LatAm
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Business Development Manager

Summary

Secured a 100MW utility-scale solar project and led bidding processes for large-scale renewable energy projects.

Highlights

Led and facilitated bidding processes for large-scale renewable energy projects, driving successful awards.

Developed investment strategies and managed institutional relationships to enhance project viability and funding.

Identified and secured key locations, strategic partners, and suppliers to optimize project execution.

YPF Solar
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Sales & Marketing Manager

Summary

Managed sales and marketing, identified new projects, and led bidding processes to secure key contracts in the solar energy sector.

Highlights

Identified and sourced new projects, fostering strong institutional relationships to drive business growth.

Led and managed bidding processes for major projects in the City of Buenos Aires, securing key contracts.

Secured Nestlé Argentina's first industrial solar water heating project, pioneering sustainable energy solutions.

Secured a contract with the Institute of Housing of Buenos Aires, contributing to urban development initiatives.

TKW Research Group AFS.Australia
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Director of International Business

Summary

Directed international business development, managing client accounts and leading bidding processes for major project contracts.

Highlights

Led and managed bidding processes for major projects securing key contracts.

Innovity Consulting. Australia/LatAm
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Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Summary

Developed international agreements and led trade missions to strengthen economic ties and business opportunities between the City of Melbourne and LatAm countries..

Highlights

Developed international agreements between governments, fostering collaboration across Buenos Aires, Porto Alegre, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo and Melbourne.

Coordinated international trade missions to strengthen economic ties and business opportunities, leading high-level lobbying efforts and facilitating strategic partnerships.

Led and facilitated the sister cities agreement between the city of Melbourne and the city of Buenos Aires.

Samsung Electronics. AR/PY/UY
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Corporate Sales & Training Executive

Summary

Led vendor sales training strategy for Samsung Electronics, training vendors sales teams and managing a team of sales trainers.

Highlights

Implemented Vendor's Sales teams Sales Training Strategy.

Trained over 3,000 salespeople per year, enhancing product knowledge and sales techniques.

Developed POS sales materials and sales points to optimize retail performance.

Managed and coached a high-performing team of 5 Sales trainers, enhancing productivity and deal conversion with vendors.

The Advisory Firm. Australia
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Strategy Consultant

Summary

Responsible for SMB market revenue growth and developed strategies to secure government funding for clients.

Highlights

Developed strategies to allow SMBs to get government funding.

Provided sales advisory and training for Software clients.

Larriviere Parfums (LVMH Group)
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General Manager

Summary

As General Manager, increased turnover by 45% and led a full company restructuring for LVMH Group.

Highlights

Led and implemented new revenue channels and opened international client accounts.

Negotiated debt reduction of 40% with LVMH Paris and led a full restructuring of the company and its debts.

Demarcas.com
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Country Manager

Summary

Launched the first start-up unit in LatAm and led marketing campaigns and public relations efforts.

Highlights

Led the strategy and its implementation of the GTM strategy, marketing and media campaigns.

Led the first Bloomberg TV program for Startups and Trademark Registration.

Served as a public spokesman and conference speaker.

International Maritime Agency. US/LatAm
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Offshore & Projects Manager

Summary

Generated revenue for the Oil & Gas Unit, managed market expansion, and oversaw offshore services and supply chain logistics.

Highlights

30% increase in revenue generation for the Oil & Gas services unit.

Implemented GTM strategy for Oil & Gas services worldwide.

Managed offshore services, rigs, and supply boat fleet, ensuring seamless operations and efficiency.

Led large-scale tender management, securing high-value contracts and driving project success.

Galicia Bank
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Financial Consultant

Summary

Commercialized financial services for SMBs, analyzed new business projects, and performed portfolio valuation.

Highlights

Commercialized financial services for SMBs.

Conducted new business projects analysis.

Performed portfolio valuation.

Volunteer

NAVES Entrepreneurship Program, Austral University (IAE Business School)
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Startups Business Mentor & Coach

Summary

Mentored and coached entrepreneurs within the NAVES program, fostering growth and opportunity evaluation.

Highlights

Served as a Business Mentor and Coach for entrepreneurs within the NAVES program.

Provided guidance on opportunity evaluation as a Guest Lecturer.

Contributed to Pepsico & Cites Entrepreneurship program.

Advised on Exit Strategies for SMEs Program with Dr. Tom McKaskill.

University of Social & Enterprise Sciences (UCES)
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Executive Director, Renewable Energy Executive Program

Summary

Directed an executive program focused on renewable energy, enhancing professional development in the sector.

Highlights

Directed the Renewable Energy Executive Program, fostering specialized knowledge and leadership in the field.

University of Social & Enterprise Sciences (UCES)
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Trainer, Telecommunications InCompany Sales Training Program

Summary

Provided in-company sales training for telecommunications professionals, enhancing sales capabilities.

Highlights

Delivered comprehensive sales training to telecommunications professionals, improving in-company sales performance.

InterAmerican Open University (UAI)
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Lecturer in Business Administration

Summary

Lectured on Business Administration, imparting foundational knowledge to university students.

Highlights

Taught Business Administration courses, contributing to student development and academic rigor.

Education

Swinburne University of Technology

Master of Entrepreneurship & Innovation (MEI)

Entrepreneurship & Innovation

Argentine Business University

Postgraduate

Marketing

Argentine Business University

Bachelor

Business Administration

Catholic University of Argentina (UCA)

Technicature

Industrial Engineering

Languages

Portuguese

Proficient

English

Fluent

Italian

Conversational

French

Conversational

Spanish

Native

Certificates

Attract & Engage Customers

Issued By

Google

Digital Immersion & Transformation Program

Issued By

Digital House

Direction of Renewable Energy Projects

Issued By

University of Saint Andrews