Emilio García Duarte
About Emilio García Duarte
Emilio García Duarte is the Associate Vice President and Head of Marketing for LATAM at the NBA, with a background in leadership and digital branding from prestigious institutions such as MIT Sloan, Harvard Kennedy School, and Universidad CEU Cardenal Herrera.
Associate Vice President at NBA
Emilio García Duarte has been serving as the Associate Vice President, Head of Marketing for Latin America (LATAM) at the National Basketball Association (NBA) since 2020. In this capacity, he oversees marketing strategies and initiatives to enhance the NBA's footprint across Latin American markets. Based in New York, United States, he is responsible for driving brand engagement, managing regional campaigns, and collaborating with various stakeholders to promote the NBA's presence in the region.
MIT Sloan School of Management Education
Emilio García Duarte attended the MIT Sloan School of Management where he achieved a Certificate in Management and Leadership. His studies were completed by 2018. The program provided him with advanced knowledge and skills in strategic management, leadership, and organizational behavior, which have been integral to his role in high-level marketing positions.
Harvard Kennedy School Certificate
In 2016, Emilio García Duarte completed a Certificate in Leadership at the Harvard Kennedy School. This program equipped him with essential leadership skills, including strategic decision-making, crisis management, and dynamic team leadership. The education he acquired at Harvard Kennedy School supports his ability to lead marketing efforts effectively in his current role at the NBA.
Master Degree in Digital Branding
Emilio García Duarte holds a Master Degree in Digital Branding from Universidad CEU Cardenal Herrera, completed between 2010 and 2011. This advanced degree provided him with specialized knowledge in digital marketing, brand strategy, and online consumer behavior. The skills and insights gained from this program are essential to his current responsibilities in digital branding and marketing for the NBA in Latin American markets.
Bachelor's Degree in Communications
Emilio García Duarte earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Universidad San Pablo-CEU, where he studied from 1993 to 1997. This foundational education in communications has been critical throughout his career, providing him with a strong grounding in media studies, public relations, and effective communication strategies. His background in communications underlies his ongoing success in marketing roles.