FELIPE RICAURTE
MBA Applicant - ESADE Business School
Bogota
Summary
Entrepreneur and business leader with 7+ years driving growth in hospitality, live entertainment, and brand development. Founded and managed successful nightlife venues in Bogotá, integrating strategic planning, operational excellence, financial oversight, and creative leadership. Skilled at scaling businesses and leading diverse teams to thrive in competitive markets. International experience with formal training in Paris, seeking to leverage global insights for impactful business leadership.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Founder & Project Lead
CHAMOIS EN VIVO
08.2025 - Current
- Live music and entertainment venue focused on large scale events and experiential programming.
- Led the strategic relaunch of a historic live music venue, redefining its concept, brand identity, and value proposition.
- Designed the operational and experiential model integrating live orchestras, themed events, and large-scale celebrations.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams across design, operations, and marketing to execute the relaunch roadmap.
- Applied prior entrepreneurial insights to optimize customer experience, programming strategy, and revenue streams.
- Generated over USD 44,000 revenue in the first quarter.
Founder & CEO
EGUA FD Y CIA S EN C
12.2022 - Current
- Music venue and cultural platform focused on curated experiences and high-end events.
- Generated over USD 680,000 revenue in the first two years by founding and scaling EGUA in Bogotá’s competitive nightlife market.
- Secured partnerships with BNP Paribas, McKinsey & Company, and Samsung by hosting corporate events.
- Increased customer acquisition by approximately 40% by curating and negotiating with international DJs and artists at EGUA.
- Managed and developed a team of over 25 staff by implementing training systems that improved operational efficiency and service quality.
- Launched innovative marketing campaigns that increased brand awareness by 73% in Bogotá.
- Optimized operational costs, reducing expenses by 25% while maintaining service quality.
- Negotiated vendor contracts, saving up to USD 27,000 annually.
Co-Founder & Chief Operating Office
CHAMOIS
01.2018 - Current
- Iconic bar and live music venue with a strong intergenerational community presence.
- Oversaw daily operations and financial control of an iconic bar with a strong intergenerational customer base.
- Managed cash flow and deposits of up to USD 700,000, improving financial accuracy and internal controls.
- Led inventory management, supplier coordination, and cost optimization initiatives to sustain profitability, reducing expenses by 20% while maintaining service quality.
- Recruited, trained, and supervised staff, fostering a culture of accountability, consistency, and customer focus.
- Implemented customer feedback and retention strategies that increased repeat visitation and long-term loyalty.
Education
Grand Diplôme - Cuisine & Pastry
Le Cordon Bleu Paris
Paris01.2017
Business Administration and Management (Bachelor-level studies)
CESA Business School
Bogota, Colombia01.2016
High School Diploma -
Gimnasio Moderno
Bogota, Colombia01.2013
Skills
Leadership
Business Strategy
Operations Management
Financial Control
Brand strategy
Marketing & Community Building
Project Management
Additional Experience
- Golf Instructor - Robinhood Bangor | May 2021 – Aug 2021
- Chef de Partie - Harry Sasson | Feb 2018 – Aug 2018
Timeline
Founder & Project Lead
CHAMOIS EN VIVO
08.2025 - Current
Founder & CEO
EGUA FD Y CIA S EN C
12.2022 - Current
Co-Founder & Chief Operating Office
CHAMOIS
01.2018 - Current
Grand Diplôme - Cuisine & Pastry
Le Cordon Bleu Paris
Business Administration and Management (Bachelor-level studies)
CESA Business School
High School Diploma -
Gimnasio Moderno