Irene Madrid Pelegri
About Irene Madrid Pelegri
Irene Madrid Pelegri is a business development professional with experience in various roles across multiple organizations, including Choco, where she focuses on sustainable food distribution. She holds a B.A. in International Business and Administration from IE Business School and has contributed to initiatives aimed at creating a transparent global food system.
Work at Choco
Irene Madrid Pelegri has been working at Choco as a Business Development professional since 2021. In her role, she contributes to the company's mission of creating a transparent and sustainable global food system. Choco has received significant funding, exceeding $175 million, from prominent investors such as Coatue and Bessemer. Irene is part of a team focused on addressing global food distribution challenges, particularly in efforts to reduce waste within the food supply chain.
Education and Expertise
Irene Madrid Pelegri studied at IE Business School from 2016 to 2020, where she earned a B.A. in International Business and Administration with a full English diploma. She also attended the McIntire School of Commerce, where she studied Marketing and obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration in 2019. Additionally, she completed an Inside Program in Business & Banking & International Relations at Fordham University in 2018. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in finance and marketing.
Professional Background
Irene has a diverse professional background, having held various roles in different organizations. She served as a Chief Financial Officer Intern at IE Business School for two months in 2019. Following that, she worked as a Pan European Seal Trainee in the Customer Engagement Department at the EUIPO from 2020 to 2021. In 2021, she was a Lead Marketing Trainee at ThePowerMBA and also founded the Career Coaching Podcast, where she worked for seven months. Additionally, she interned as a Marketing and Events Coordinator at Barceló Hotel Group in 2018.
Achievements in Business Development
At Choco, Irene Madrid Pelegri has been actively involved in business development initiatives that align with the company's goals of improving food distribution and sustainability. Her contributions support Choco's efforts to innovate within the food industry, particularly in reducing waste. The company’s strategic approach and significant backing from leading tech investors underscore the impact of her work in this sector.