Erik Molinario
@erikmolinario
I build international markets, commercial propositions, and strategic partnerships for consumer products.
United KingdomWhat I'm looking for
I co-founded Project 7, a sustainable packaging and contract manufacturing company, and have led its commercial growth since day one. I develop products, packaging, pricing, supply strategies and retail-ready routes to market for consumer brands and leading UK retailers.
Across more than 20 years, I’ve opened European markets, secured national retail distribution and built businesses including CSEM Europe, where I took automotive aftermarket products from international manufacturers into UK and European retail channels. At AceCAD Software, I grew specialised structural steel software sales through direct sales, distributors and local partners.
I’m drawn to the gap between what people need and what businesses can offer. I turn specialist expertise into clear commercial services, from audits and workshops to memberships and digital platforms, while keeping a close eye on margins, operations and the partnerships that make growth possible.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Commercial Venture Development
Self Employed
Jan 2023 - Present (3 years 7 months)
Developed commercial offers across coaching, corporate consultancy, and consumer products, including advisory services, memberships, and digital platforms for clients in Europe and beyond.
Founder and Commercial Director
Project 7
Jan 2019 - Present (7 years 7 months)
Co-founded a sustainable packaging and contract manufacturing company, leading commercial growth and building partnerships with UK retailers and consumer brands.
Founder and Commercial Director
CSEM Europe
Jan 2011 - Dec 2019 (8 years 11 months)
Started a consumer products business in the automotive aftermarket, building the end-to-end path from manufacturer negotiations to retail distribution in the UK and Europe.
Business Development Manager, Europe
AceCAD Software
Jan 2008 - Dec 2011 (3 years 11 months)
Opened new European markets for specialised structural steel design software through direct sales and distributor networks, securing significant contracts.
Sales Director
Positive Developments and Promark Developments
Jan 2003 - Dec 2008 (5 years 11 months)
Led sales and market positioning for two property development companies, securing a building contract featured on ITV's Design Wars and expanding into larger projects.
Military Instructor
Italian Army
Jan 1996 - Dec 1997 (1 year 11 months)
Selected for instructor training during national service and appointed to train new recruits.
Research Scholarship
R.T.M. Research Institute
Jan 1994 - Dec 1995 (1 year 11 months)
Won a research scholarship in automation and advanced manufacturing, working on laser and robotic cutting systems.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
R.T.M. Research Institute
Research Scholarship, Automation and Advanced Manufacturing
1994 - 1995
Won a research scholarship in automation and advanced manufacturing, working on laser and robotic cutting systems.
National Diploma in Electrotechnics and Electronics
National Diploma, Electrotechnics and Electronics
Completed a full-time, five-year national diploma program in electrotechnics and electronics.
National Diploma in Industrial Automation
National Diploma, Industrial Automation
Completed an evening programme over three years, earning a national diploma in industrial automation.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United KingdomAuthorized to work in
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Skills
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