GABRIEL GRANDA

Private consulting as an external partner to Integral Product Services (IPS, Florida). Develop custom and patented product concepts for U.S. entrepreneurs with Chinese manufacturers; define materials, finishes, drawings and AI concept images; estimate import feasibility, packaging, CBM and landed cost; coordinate samples, approvals, production follow-up and China–U.S. shipments.

Co-lead the 2026 store-in-store project bringing an international premium brand to the Group via a representation model (initial import above USD 300K); support go-to-market strategy. Drive new categories through supplier scouting, negotiation and pilots. Evaluate franchises, regional operators and international chains for partnerships, licenses and representations.

Co-founded a healthy food chain in Cuenca, Ecuador with 2 active locations, supporting launch planning, business model definition, and site selection. Drove early-stage operational setup and go-live preparation for new locations.

Oversaw and evaluated retail import proposals for Colineal Corporation, aligning sourcing decisions with corporate priorities set by the Presidency. Assessed cost structures, market trends, and make-versus-buy scenarios and coordinated with manufacturing on materials, inputs, and product alternatives for imported assortments.

Built indoor/outdoor furniture and home accessories categories for a new wholesale channel, managing an initial purchasing budget of approximately USD 150K. Managed Asian sourcing and import execution from quotations and negotiations through logistics, including shipments from LCL consolidations to full-container loads.

Conducted market research and launched new retail product lines across home décor and accessories, consumer electronics, lighting, kitchenware, and barware. Developed and negotiated supplier relationships in Asia and the United States to support category expansion.

Ran a technology integration and audiovisual projects company with a team of up to 7 across sales, administration, technical operations, and engineering. Delivered public-sector projects for institutions such as Petroecuador, Escuela Politécnica Nacional, and Universidad de Cuenca, and managed brand representation, direct imports, and alternative sourcing structures.

Imported and commercialized automotive accessories while developing suppliers, products, and international brand representations. Led commercial and operational functions, including sales, accounting, and logistics management.

Master’s in International Taxation and Customs Valuation, with thesis in progress. Coursework and thesis focus on transfer pricing, multinational structures, customs valuation, foreign trade compliance, and international tax strategy.

Continuing education certificate (May 2026): "International Taxation and Tax Transparency: Application of CFC Rules in Ecuador".

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration at Universidad del Azuay from 2005 to 2009.