Bernardo Godar
About Bernardo Godar
Bernardo Godar serves as the Regional Vice President and General Manager for Iberia and Latin America at Denodo, a position he has held since 2023. He has a robust background in sales and management, having previously worked at companies such as SAP, Informatica, and Seidor.
Current Role at Denodo
Bernardo Godar serves as the Regional Vice President and General Manager for Iberia and Latin America at Denodo since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing operations and driving business growth in these regions. His leadership focuses on enhancing Denodo's market presence and fostering relationships with clients and partners.
Previous Experience at Informatica
Before joining Denodo, Bernardo Godar worked at Informatica as the Country Manager for Iberia from 2018 to 2023. His responsibilities included managing operations across Spain, Portugal, and Andorra, where he led initiatives to expand Informatica's footprint and enhance customer engagement in the region.
Career Background at SAP
Bernardo Godar has extensive experience at SAP, where he held various positions from 1999 to 2015. His roles included Head of Sales in Saudi Arabia, Head of SAP Strategic Customers for Spain and Portugal, and Global Account Director. He also served as an Account Manager in both the energy and financial sectors, contributing to SAP's strategic initiatives in these markets.
Educational Background
Bernardo Godar studied Computer Science at Escuela Superior de Informatica, where he achieved qualifications in Application Programming, Systems Programming, and Application Analysis from 1979 to 1981. He furthered his education with a Master’s Degree in Digital Marketing and Communication from Universidad Camilo José Cela in 2016, and studied Computer Software Engineering at EDEXCEL from 1998 to 2002.
Skills and Expertise
Bernardo Godar possesses a strong ability to manage and negotiate with C-level clients across various countries, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, the UK, the USA, Saudi Arabia, and Latin America. He has a proven track record in fostering collaborative environments, developing talent, and encouraging team growth. His approach is result-focused, emphasizing energy, teamwork, and optimism.