Leandro Da Costa Zea
About Leandro Da Costa Zea
Leandro Da Costa Zea is a Senior Brand Manager at Procter & Gamble, specializing in Oral Care for the LADMAR region. He has extensive experience in business development and brand management across various industries and regions.
Current Position at Procter & Gamble
Leandro Da Costa Zea currently serves as the Senior Brand Manager for LADMAR (Oral Care) at Procter & Gamble. He began this role in 2022 and is based in Panama. In this position, he oversees a business portfolio valued at $6 million annually and manages one direct report. He is responsible for the strategic direction and performance of oral care brands within the region.
Business Development Experience at Disney Consumer Products
From 2016 to 2021, Leandro worked as a Business Development Manager Senior for 4Ever Magic Corp. under the Disney Consumer Products division. Operating in Central America and the Caribbean, he was in charge of the licensing business for top entertainment brands including Disney, Marvel, and Lucasfilms. He handled relationships with key retailers such as TOVA, ARROCHA, CEMACO, LA UNIVERSAL, CCN, FELIX MADURO, CRG TOYS, and DIUNSA.
Franchise Ownership
Leandro was the Franchise Owner of Polka Dots Cupcakes in Venezuela from 2013 to 2020. During these seven years, he developed and managed the franchise operations, ensuring the brand's growth and success in the local market.
Career at Colgate-Palmolive
Between 2015 and 2016, Leandro held two roles at Colgate-Palmolive in Panama. For a short-term assignment, he served as Hand Dish BDM for four months. Following that, he worked as a Category Management (CATMAN) expert for one year, contributing to the company's product placement and sales strategies.
Education and Academic Background
Leandro obtained a Master's Degree in Commercial Management and Marketing from Aden Business School in 2018, completing the program in one year. He also holds a degree in Systems Engineering (INGENIERO DE SISTEMAS) from Universidad Metropolitana (VE), although the exact timeline of this study is unclear.