Juan Pardo, MBA
About Juan Pardo, MBA
Juan Pardo, MBA, serves as the Director of Agribusiness Operations at United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited, where he focuses on operational efficiency and process improvement. He holds an MBA from McGill University and has extensive experience in leadership roles across various sectors, including retail and operations management.
Current Role at UFA
Juan Pardo currently serves as the Director of Agribusiness Operations at United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he drives operational efficiency and process improvement within the agribusiness sector. His leadership focuses on implementing strategic initiatives that consolidate efforts into a growth platform, enhancing the overall performance of the organization.
Previous Experience at UFA
Before his current role, Juan Pardo worked at United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited as the Director of Retail & Operations from 2016 to 2020. During his four years in this position, he contributed to the Canadian enterprise by overseeing retail operations and enhancing operational strategies. His prior experience also includes a role as Director of Canadian Operations at Wholesale Sports - Outdoor Outfitters, a subsidiary of UFA, from 2011 to 2016.
Educational Background
Juan Pardo has an extensive educational background. He earned an MBA from McGill University and completed the ACE Executive Program at MIT Sloan School of Management. Additionally, he studied Cooperative Management at the University of Missouri-Columbia, achieving a Graduate Institute Cooperative Leadership. His foundational education includes studies at JA Worldwide and the International Baccalaureate program.
Career History and Leadership Experience
Juan Pardo has a diverse career history spanning over three decades. He worked at ALDO Group as a Sales & Operations Leader for 20 years, covering various regions in Canada. He also served as a Fund Manager at GAIN Capital from 2005 to 2010. His experience includes national leadership roles with full accountability for profit and loss (P&L), demonstrating his capability in managing large-scale operations and fostering high-performance teams.
Professional Impact and Contributions
Throughout his career, Juan Pardo has engineered turnarounds and built successful businesses by focusing on high-performance teams. He fosters a strong service culture for both internal and external customers, emphasizing the importance of customer satisfaction in operational success. His strategic initiatives at UFA have positioned the organization for growth and enhanced operational effectiveness.