Juan Carlos Gimenez Torres

Co-founder of an active operational microfinance institution focused on financial intermediation that supports Venezuelan entrepreneurs.

Founder of a digital asset tokenization consultancy for companies and investors across Latin America, developing tokenization-focused strategies.

Led capital raising and financial structuring end-to-end, including investor presentations and closing. Transitioned into Sales Director within 6 months, managing commercial strategy for Mexico and Latin America and leading the sales team for an industrial equipment leasing project in the food sector.

Evaluated investment opportunities for a family office by reviewing operations, cash flows, target markets, and profitability metrics. Produced financial due diligence reports and feasibility analyses to support recommendations to the principal.

Led end-to-end development of two group projects, including franchise planning, negotiation, store openings, and ongoing operations. Opened 2 Migo Foods stores reaching combined sales up to $120,000 MXN/day and coordinated a 30+ person team; led the Tacos El Pata project through franchise negotiations and opening in 2022.

Managed commercial and operational delivery of microfinance projects, reporting directly to the Board of Directors using KPIs. Implemented the business plan from scratch and operated an active credit portfolio of 800+ clients with a $700K volume, supported by ongoing fundraising for cash-flow needs.

Operated three Subway franchise locations for 10+ years, managing staff, resources, finances, and inventory while maintaining profitability. Maintained 100% compliance with franchise operational standards and reported operating performance throughout the period.

Co-founded and led a microfinance institution for over 8 years, owning commercial, operational, and financial responsibilities. Managed a portfolio of 1,200+ clients with peak volume exceeding $1M, implemented microloan placement and recovery strategies, and scaled to a peak team of 20 employees.

Managed three distribution centers across cities with 100,000+ population and was promoted to manager within four months. Led sales and marketing initiatives using both digital and traditional tactics, meeting targets in most evaluated quarters.

Earned an MBA with a focus on Marketing & Corporate Finance at Kennesaw State University (2017–2019).

Completed English as a Second Language studies at Mercer University in Atlanta, Georgia (2000–2001).

Earned a Computer Science Engineer degree from Universidad Fermín Toro in Barquisimeto, Venezuela (1992–1998).