Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Exercising, travelling, family bonding time
Timeline
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Gene Vardiman N. Arriesgado

Las Pinas City

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven CEO with over 5 years of leadership experience in the FMCG food manufacturing sector. Proven track record of turning around underperforming operations, restoring profitability, and driving strategic expansion. Renowned for steady leadership through crisis periods, fostering innovation, and developing new revenue streams. Seeking a senior executive role where broad operational insight, commercial acumen, and team-centered leadership can contribute to sustained business growth.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chief Executive Officer

Golden Nutritious Foods Corporation
01.2020 - Current
  • Spearheaded the complete turnaround of the company, restoring profitability after a period of significant operational and financial instability.
  • Led the organization through multiple crises, maintaining stability and preserving workforce morale in challenging market conditions.
  • Pioneered the launch of several new product lines and business units, diversifying the company’s revenue streams and expanding into untapped markets.
  • Fostered a performance-driven culture focused on innovation, quality, and customer responsiveness.
  • Managed cross-departmental teams, implemented cost-saving initiatives, and optimized manufacturing processes to enhance output efficiency.

Senior Vice President

Golden Nutritious Foods Corp.
02.2017 - 12.2019
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by implementing best practices and fostering a culture of accountability within the organization.
  • Developed and executed strategic initiatives to drive business growth, resulting in higher revenues and market share expansion.
  • Championed innovation by encouraging cross-functional teams to pursue creative solutions to complex challenges.
  • Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
  • Strengthened relationships with key stakeholders, fostering trust and collaboration across the organization.

Business Development Manager

Golden Nutritious Foods
01.2012 - 12.2016
  • Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decision makers.
  • Facilitated regular communication with clients to ensure their needs were met, fostering long-lasting relationships built on trust and mutual respect.
  • Developed customized solutions for clients based on a deep understanding of their unique pain points, delivering exceptional value and driving repeat business.
  • Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
  • Represented company and promoted products at conferences and industry events.
  • Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email, and in-person inquiries.
  • Mentored junior team members in effective sales techniques, fostering a high-performance culture within the organization.
  • Performed client research and identified opportunities for account growth, account penetration and market expansion.

Corporate Development Analyst

Golden Nutritious Foods
01.2012 - 10.2012
  • Participated in post-transaction reviews to identify opportunities for process improvement, further enhancing the effectiveness of future corporate development initiatives.
  • Built strong relationships with external advisors such as investment bankers and legal counsel, ensuring effective coordination throughout transaction processes.
  • Worked closely with finance team to model financing scenarios for potential acquisitions, supporting optimal capital structure decisions.
  • Optimized corporate development processes for increased efficiency, streamlining workflow and improving team productivity.
  • Conducted extensive industry research to support target identification efforts, efficiently prioritizing high-potential opportunities for further evaluation.
  • Prepared presentation materials for senior leadership, clearly articulating findings from financial modeling activities and strategic recommendations.
  • Monitored industry trends to identify emerging growth opportunities, maintaining a competitive edge in market intelligence.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Economics and International Trade

Deakin University
01.2006

Master of Business Administration - undefined

La Trobe University
01.2009

Year 10 and VCE - undefined

De La Salle College
01.2002

Skills

  • Turnaround management
  • Profit optimization
  • FMCG Manufacturing & Supply Chain
  • Business Development & Expansion
  • Crisis & Change Management
  • Cross-functional Team Leadership
  • Financial Oversight & Budgeting
  • Market Penetration & Growth Strategy
  • Organizational leadership
  • Executive leadership

Certification

Archon Leadership Training, Deakin University - 2006

Languages

English
Filipino

Exercising, travelling, family bonding time

As my work is very demanding with hectic schedules and pressures, it is important to stay fit and healthy so I can contribute the required results for my business while doing my best. I also enjoy travelling as a means of taking time of with my family and bonding with them.

Timeline

Chief Executive Officer

Golden Nutritious Foods Corporation
01.2020 - Current

Senior Vice President

Golden Nutritious Foods Corp.
02.2017 - 12.2019

Business Development Manager

Golden Nutritious Foods
01.2012 - 12.2016

Corporate Development Analyst

Golden Nutritious Foods
01.2012 - 10.2012

Master of Business Administration - undefined

La Trobe University

Year 10 and VCE - undefined

De La Salle College

Bachelor of Commerce - Economics and International Trade

Deakin University

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