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Work History
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Skills
Languages
Accomplishments, Research, Publications and Awards
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Luis Arango

International Business Expert
Medellín

Summary

As a highly qualified professional, I bring a wealth of experience in International Business, including import-export logistics and administration, having honed my expertise across England, the USA, and Colombia. My background is marked by a proven track record in managing international clients, suppliers, and buyers, where I excel in fostering long-term business relationships and ensuring strict compliance with international trade and logistics regulations. I am adept at negotiation, with a keen ability to navigate complex problems and drive solutions. My leadership skills are demonstrated through successful teamwork, showcasing my capacity to lead with vision and effectiveness. With these competencies, I am confident in my ability to make significant contributions to a dynamic business environment.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Language Instructor

Mordor Staffing
Medellín
10.2024 - Current
  • In charge of teaching English as a second language to employees and Spanish to management, through different holistic methods and strategies, like task-based and real-life communicative activities.

Adjunct Professor

Universidad de Antioquia
Medellín
06.2013 - Current
  • In charge of teaching in English the subjects of International Business and Advanced Business English at the Faculty of Economic Sciences.

Onboarding Specialist

PuzzleHR
Medellín
05.2022 - 06.2024
  • Leveraged technical expertise to facilitate seamless integration of new hires into company culture and operational workflows.
  • Handled sensitive and confidential information with utmost discretion.
  • Designed and executed tailored onboarding programs, encompassing company policy education and practical system training.
  • Established clear reporting structures and identified key training areas for new employees.
  • Crafted and refined orientation materials to enhance the onboarding experience.
  • Proficient in an array of tools and platforms, including Monday.com, Process Street, HRIS (Paylocity, ADP, Paycom, Paycor, UKG, Heartland, iSolved), background verification systems (Simplyverified, Private Eyes, Verify First), E-Verify, HubSpot, Mineral, Twilio, and CypherWorx.

Adjunct Professor

CEIPA Business School
Medellín
07.2015 - 12.2019
  • In charge of teaching the subject of International Relations and Foreign Affairs in English for the International Business Management program.

Research Assistant

Universidad EAFIT
Medellín
02.2016 - 07.2018
  • I conducted research in international migration and entrepreneurship patterns of Colombian nationals in the US, and international trade flows for the Department of International Business at EAFIT University, from which an academic article was produced and was accepted for publishing by an international journal indexed Q1.

Key Accounts Manager (US)

Vista Higher Learning, Inc.
Medellín
02.2014 - 11.2015
  • In charge of managing accounts for Vista Higher Learning of universities and colleges all over the US as well as overlooking the logistics of importing raw materials for printing and the export of finished printed products.
  • Use of Salesforce to follow up on leads and clients and create reports, and attendance to training seminars in Boston, MA and other US cities about new products of the company.

International Business KAM

C.I. Palmasino Sportswear S.A.S.
Medellín
06.2010 - 12.2013
  • In charge of opening and managing accounts in the U.S. market.
  • Responsible for the logistics process and import of raw materials from Asia and Europe to manufacture highly technical sportswear and the export of the garments to countries like the US, Canada, Costa Rica, Honduras, Aruba, Ecuador, Chile, and Australia.
  • Also provided post-sales support, accounts receivables management and participated in international fairs like Interbike in Las Vegas, U.S. to promote the products.

International Business KAM

C.I. Industrias Suarez S.A.
Medellín
03.2009 - 05.2010
  • In charge of managing accounts in the U.S. and Europe markets.
  • Responsible for the logistics process, import of raw materials from Asia to manufacture highly technical sportswear and the export of the garments, post-sales support, receivables management and visits to international fairs like Interbike in Las Vegas, U.S. to promote the products.

Research Assistant

Universidad EAFIT
Medellín
06.2007 - 12.2008
  • I was part of the Research Group 'Trade and Environment' at the Department of International Business from EAFIT university and conducted an investigation for UNCTAD (United Nations Conference for Trade and Development) on the impact of international trade on environmental quality.

Importer and Seller

Small Business Owner
Medellín
01.2002 - 03.2007
  • Importer and seller of electronic parts for computers, and brand clothing.

Adjunct Professor

Fundación Universitaria Politécnico Grancolombiano
Bogotá
06.2001 - 12.2001
  • I taught the subjects of international business and marketing in English at undergraduate level.

Account Executive

Sun Tobacco, Manufacturer, and Importer of Tobacco Products
Miami, FL
02.2000 - 05.2001
  • In charge of opening and managing corporate accounts in the Midwest area of the United States As well as overseeing the export of the product and the logistics to the port of destination.

English Teacher and Student Exchange Consultant

EF Education First
Medellín
03.1997 - 11.1999
  • I taught general and business English.
  • I also provided advice and support to students and public in general on plans to study abroad.

Assistant to the Head of UK Strategies

Credit Lyonnais Laing - Institutional Equities
London
01.1996 - 07.1996
  • Internship. Financial analysis of companies listed in the London Stock Exchange to support the management of investment portfolios at institutional level.

Secretary of the Management Committee

Latin American Corporation
London
05.1993 - 09.1994
  • In charge of planning the Management Committee’s meetings and organize fundraising activities to finance different programs for the Latin-American immigrants in London.

Education

MIB Master in International Business - international business

Universidad EAFIT
Medellín, Colombia
12.2018

BSc. International Business -

Universidad EAFIT
Medellín, Colombia
12.2007

B.A. - Business Administration

Metropolitan College of London
London, England
07.1996

Skills

  • International trade
  • Supply chain management
  • Cross-cultural communication
  • Customer relationship management
  • Data analysis
  • Negotiation tactics
  • Presentation skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Ethics and integrity
  • Import and export operations
  • Logistics management
  • Foreign language proficiency
  • Trade compliance
  • Problem-solving
  • Supervision and training
  • Hiring and onboarding

Languages

APTIS English language proficiency: 184 (CEFR: C)

Accomplishments, Research, Publications and Awards

  • 2017-2018, Participated as Research Assistant in the International Business Department of EAFIT University, in the project 'Transnational Migrant Entrepreneur Characteristics and the Transnational Business Nexus: The Colombian Case', of which an article was published in 'International Journal of Entrepreneurial Behavior & Research' with international impact factor Q1., https://doi.org/10.1108/IJEBR-02-2018-0092
  • 2007, Worked as Research Assistant at EAFIT University for the research group 'Trade and Environment' from the Department of International Business, sponsored by the UNCTAD (United Nations Conference on Trade and Development). From this research I wrote an article on the impact of foreign direct investment (FDI) in developing economies and its impact on the environment, published in the academic journal 'Revista INGENIERIAS' Vol 8 No. 14 January-June 2009 University of Medellin, Category A Journal Indexed by Colciencias, Record Publindex ISSN 1692-3324., http://redalyc.uaemex.mx/src/inicio/ArtPdfRed.jsp?iCve=75012454008
  • 2008, Participated in the 'Global View Advanced Management Simulation', representing EAFIT University in this prestigious international management competition, in which companies like DHL Global, EXITO superstores and Chevignon (French Apparel) among others, were involved. Awarded a Certificate of Excellence for my performance and for being among the highest scores in this competition.

Languages

Spanish
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Language Instructor

Mordor Staffing
10.2024 - Current

Onboarding Specialist

PuzzleHR
05.2022 - 06.2024

Research Assistant

Universidad EAFIT
02.2016 - 07.2018

Adjunct Professor

CEIPA Business School
07.2015 - 12.2019

Key Accounts Manager (US)

Vista Higher Learning, Inc.
02.2014 - 11.2015

Adjunct Professor

Universidad de Antioquia
06.2013 - Current

International Business KAM

C.I. Palmasino Sportswear S.A.S.
06.2010 - 12.2013

International Business KAM

C.I. Industrias Suarez S.A.
03.2009 - 05.2010

Research Assistant

Universidad EAFIT
06.2007 - 12.2008

Importer and Seller

Small Business Owner
01.2002 - 03.2007

Adjunct Professor

Fundación Universitaria Politécnico Grancolombiano
06.2001 - 12.2001

Account Executive

Sun Tobacco, Manufacturer, and Importer of Tobacco Products
02.2000 - 05.2001

English Teacher and Student Exchange Consultant

EF Education First
03.1997 - 11.1999

Assistant to the Head of UK Strategies

Credit Lyonnais Laing - Institutional Equities
01.1996 - 07.1996

Secretary of the Management Committee

Latin American Corporation
05.1993 - 09.1994

MIB Master in International Business - international business

Universidad EAFIT

BSc. International Business -

Universidad EAFIT

B.A. - Business Administration

Metropolitan College of London

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