Michel Heilbut, MBA, Pmp
About Michel Heilbut, MBA, Pmp
Michel Heilbut is the Recognition Services Americas Lead at Trax Retail, with extensive experience in project and product management across Latin America. He has held various leadership roles in companies such as Trax Image Recognition, Titans Group, and IBM, and has a strong background in business administration and computer science.
Current Role at Trax Retail
Michel Heilbut serves as the Recognition Services Americas Lead at Trax Retail, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing recognition services across the Americas, leveraging his extensive experience in project management and operations. His leadership is crucial for the strategic direction and execution of initiatives aimed at enhancing service delivery and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Trax Image Recognition
Michel Heilbut worked at Trax Image Recognition as a Senior Project Manager for the LATAM region from 2015 to 2018. During his tenure, he managed various projects in São Paulo and the surrounding areas, focusing on improving operational processes and client engagement. His role involved coordinating teams and resources to ensure successful project outcomes.
Professional Background in Project Management
Michel has a diverse background in project management, having held various positions at Titans Group and IBM. He served as a Senior Product Manager for the NOLA region at Titans Group from 2013 to 2014 and later as a Senior Project Manager and Commercial Manager. At IBM, he worked as a Defect Manager and System Analyst/Project Manager. His roles have consistently involved managing complex projects and leading teams to achieve business objectives.
Educational Qualifications
Michel Heilbut holds an MBA in Business Administration from FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas, which he completed from 2009 to 2011. He also studied Computer Science at FASP from 2000 to 2003. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in both technical and managerial aspects, enhancing his capabilities in project management and operations.
Entrepreneurial Experience
Michel successfully founded and sold an e-commerce startup, where he served as COO for 18 months. His leadership contributed to the startup's strong performance, culminating in its sale. Additionally, he led the rollout of an e-commerce initiative across 17 countries in South and Central America while at Titans Group, utilizing agile project management methodologies to ensure effective implementation.