Raul Garcia
About Raul Garcia
Raul Garcia serves as the Vice President of International Business and Corporate Treasurer at Charlotte's Web, a position he has held since 2021. With extensive experience in finance and strategy across various industries, he has previously held leadership roles at companies such as PicoBrew, Molson Coors, and Western Union.
Current Role at Charlotte's Web
Raul Garcia serves as the Vice President of International Business and Corporate Treasurer at Charlotte's Web, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees international business strategies and financial operations, contributing to the company's growth in the hemp-derived CBD market. His leadership in finance and international business enables Charlotte's Web to navigate complex market dynamics effectively.
Previous Experience at PicoBrew Inc.
Prior to his current position, Raul Garcia worked as the Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at PicoBrew Inc. for a brief period in 2019. During his six months in Seattle, Washington, he focused on commercial strategies to enhance the company's market presence in the brewing industry.
Professional Background in Finance and Strategy
Raul Garcia has extensive experience in finance and strategy, having held multiple director-level positions across various organizations. His tenure at Molson Coors involved corporate strategy and mergers and acquisitions from 2015 to 2019. He also worked at Western Union in several capacities, including Director of Finance and Director of Product and Sales Strategy, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of financial planning and analysis.
Education and Professional Development
Raul Garcia holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Accounting and Finance from the University of Houston-Downtown, completed in 1996. He also obtained a B.B.A. in Accounting from The University of Texas-Pan American. Additionally, he participated in the Corporate Executive Development Program at Southern Methodist University - Cox School of Business in 2013, and completed Seth Godin's altMBA program in 2020.
International Experience and Leadership
Raul Garcia has worked in various international locations, including London, Paris, and Mexico City. This experience has equipped him with the skills to lead diverse teams and manage initiatives across different cultural contexts. His background in both consumer products and financial services further enhances his ability to address global market challenges.