| INSEAD , MBA | 2000 |
An experienced Global Executive (with focus on telco, media and software development) and Insead MBA who makes company strategy and vision a reality through operational fulfillment, technology, and people manangement. Defined by colleagues, partners and clients as the ultimate “make it happen” person, always thinking strategically and with the capacity to create and develop highly empowered teams. Cristobal’s most recent role has been as COO of a mobile operator where he’s leading a radical transformation effort across all company areas. He sits at the board of a number of promising startups. In the past he also co-founded a mobile application startup where he was in charge of business development, commercial and marketing efforts across multiple countries and continents and responsible for the company’s financial management, including leading negotiations for a €2M round of VC funding. Additionally, Cristobal has worked for a mobile operator as Director of Corporate Planning, Strategy, and Project Management and spent over 10 years as a consultant on a variety of strategic and operational projects in the TMT space. Finally, Cristobal has extensive experience as “the public face” of media outreach campaigns and as a frequent speaker at telco conferences and panels. He also maintains a blog covering professional and personal topics at cristobalalonso.com
