Luis Fernando Otero
About Luis Fernando Otero
Luis Fernando Otero serves as the Vice President of PLM Latin America at Berry Global, Inc. since 2020, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at Quala S.A. and Carvajal Educación S.A.S.
Work at Berry Global, Inc.
Luis Fernando Otero has been serving as Vice President of PLM Latin America at Berry Global, Inc. since 2020. In this role, he oversees product line management across the Latin American region, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives and operational efficiency. His leadership at Berry Global is characterized by a focus on innovation and market responsiveness.
Previous Experience in Management
Prior to his current position, Otero held several management roles. He was General Manager of Bonice Mexico at Quala S.A. from 2012 to 2015, where he managed operations in Mexico City. He also served as President of Carvajal Educación S.A.S. from 2016 to 2020 in Colombia, leading the organization through various strategic initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Luis Fernando Otero holds an Ingeniero degree from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, which he completed from 1987 to 1992. He furthered his education with a Master’s degree from Universidad ICESI between 1998 and 2000. Otero also attended the Kellogg School of Management for an Executive Education program in 2007 and completed the Executive Development Program at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in 2011.
Career in Marketing and Sales
Otero has extensive experience in marketing and sales within the polymer industry. He worked at Polymer Group Inc. in Argentina, where he held various positions including General Manager and Sales & Marketing Director for the Andean Region. His tenure at Polymer Group spanned from 2004 to 2012, during which he focused on market expansion and brand development.
Leadership Roles in Various Companies
Throughout his career, Otero has held significant leadership roles in multiple organizations. He was the Director General for Ecuador at Quala S.A. from 2015 to 2016 and served as Gerente de Mercadeo at TQ Confiable - Tecnoquímicas from 1998 to 2004. His diverse experiences have equipped him with a broad understanding of market dynamics in Latin America.