About Maria Teresa
- Managed USD 200M+ in debt investments across LatAm, collaborating with IFC & other global players.
- Developed an ESG-focused rating framework, increasing transparency for consumer-facing products.
- Led strategic expansions into 34 new markets for a global mobility startup, surpassing growth and profitability KPIs despite pandemic-related disruptions. Achieved market leadership within 6 months.
- Orchestrated organizational restructuring projects, saving an average of 15% in operational costs and reducing process redundancies by 30%.
- Navigated country specific macroeconomic and financial crises impacts on portfolio investments, leading an international investor group through restructuring proposals for affected financial institutions. Achieved stakeholder alignment among regulators and over 10 different investment funds, conducting in-depth analyses, stress testing, and negotiations to secure optimal outcomes for all parties. As a result, avoided default on capital repayments and limited losses to marginal reductions in interest revenue, ensuring optimal outcomes for all parties involved.
German
Native or bilingual
English
Fluent
Spanish
Native or bilingual
Experience
- RateTheLabelFounderOctober 2024 - Today (1 year and 8 months)SpainSustainable Fashion, ESG Ratings & Affiliate Marketing
- Strategic & Financial Planning: Developed the business model, affiliate strategy, and financial projections for a platform focused on sustainable fashion ratings.
- Market Intelligence: Assessed certification standards, analyzed competitor landscapes, and pinpointed regulatory trends to refine the product's value proposition.
- ESG Rating Methodology: Created an ESG-oriented rating framework integrating quantitative and qualitative data for a user-friendly star rating system. Product Management: Oversaw end-to-end platform design, UX/UI optimization, and content production, ensuring consistent engagement and reliability.
- AI-Driven Automation: Deployed AI marketing agents with CRM integrations to automate customer outreach and reduce acquisition costs.
- Invest in VisionsInvestment Management ConsultantMarch 2022 - September 2023 (1 year and 6 months)Frankfurt, HE, GermanyFinancial Services, Impact Investment Emerging Markets
- Investment Strategy: Managed a USD 120M pipeline in LatAm, focusing on deals ranging from USD 5–40M. Structured a syndicated loan with IFC for Banco Internacional (Ecuador) and a debt investment with Banco Promerica (Dominican Republic).
- Due Diligence & Risk Management: Conducted on- and off-site analyses, credit risk ratings, and social impact evaluations for potential targets.
- ESG Integration & Compliance: Oversaw AML/KYC requirements and ESG reporting frameworks, ensuring rigorous transparency and accountability.
- Relationship Management: Actively engaged with regulators, industry associations, and financial institutions to drive pipeline growth and maintain portfolio quality.
- CovaltoManagement ConsultantSeptember 2021 - December 2021 (3 months)Mexico City, DF, MexicoFinancial Services, MSME Sector
- Reporting & Visualization: Redesigned investor and management reporting by standardizing data inputs, improving accuracy, and aligning insights with strategic priorities.
- Market & Competitive Intelligence: Monitored peers and emerging trends to advise the executive team on competitive positioning.
- ESG Reporting: Supported the development and implementation of ESG metrics and disclosures, enhancing the firm's sustainability profile.
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Education
- B.Sc. Economics & Business AdministrationGoethe Universität Frankfurt am Main2013