Hey there!
I'm Guadalupe Albuquerque, an executive strategist with 15+ years of experience in mission-driven organizations. I thrive on creating order from chaos, leading complex projects, and driving growth. Think of me as a human Swiss Army knife – combining the agility of a seasoned consultant with the bold spirit of a startup founder.
I've partnered with founders and CEOs to scale organizations, manage change, and optimize operations, communications, HR, finance, and more. My move from Brazil to Silicon Valley in 2018 opened doors to collaborate with the brightest minds, and I’m permanently authorized to work in the US, Brazil, and Europe. My diverse background includes roles in movie production, communications, and co-founding two unique startups. Check my LinkedIn here: https://linkedin.com/in/guadalupeba
If you're looking for someone that will always have your back and be on the go, let's connect!
-Guadalupe
Chief of Staff
Oct 2021 - Present
Finless Foods
- Fundraising Leadership: Managed successful fundraising efforts with CEO, totaling over $58 million across multiple rounds (Seed Round '18-'19, Convertible Notes '19-'21, Series A '20, Series B '22), showcasing adept financial management and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Departmental Establishment & Strategic Leadership: Established and led the communications, HR and accounting departments from inception, demonstrating expertise in organizational development and financial management, while playing a pivotal role in driving communications, marketing, and sales initiatives to enhance company growth and success.
- Operational Efficiency: Achieved cost savings of $1M+within the first year as Chief of Staff through strategic resource optimization and implementation of budgeting best practices.
- Project Management: Managed a $4 million office renovation project, delivering a modern, functional workspace within budget constraints while coordinating the relocation from a 4,000 sq. ft facility to an expansive 11,000 sq. ft space, optimizing office and lab areas.
- Team Leadership: Directed the expansion of the team from 7 to 48 members over a 3-year period, driving cultural development and growth strategy initiatives to foster a cohesive and high-performing workforce.
- Strategy: Drove strategic alignment with OKRs while enhancing information accessibility across C-Suite and other departments, fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration.
- Effective Communication: Crafted numerous decks, presentations, and newsletters tailored to internal and external stakeholders, emphasizing compelling storytelling.
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