Eduardo Calderon
WESLEY CHAPEL,FL
Summary
Results-driven, internationally experienced Executive with a proven 25-year track record of delivering financial and operational success, particularly in complex, high-pressure environments.
Finance professional with extensive experience driving financial strategy and operations. Proven ability to manage large-scale budgets, streamline processes, and enhance financial performance. Known for fostering team collaboration and delivering consistent results. Skilled in financial planning, risk management, and strategic decision-making.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President of Finance
Regal Springs - Global Leader in Sustainable Aquaculture
06.2020 - 08.2025
- Delivered transformative financial leadership for the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Honduras, overseeing 90% of global revenue and half of global aquaculture production. Partnered with C-Suite and Board to turn around financially stressed regions, achieving major cost reductions and profit gains.
- Developed advanced pricing tools that boosted margins in the world’s largest tilapia market (80% of global business).
- Revolutionized financial controls with standardized IT systems, improving pricing accuracy, sales execution, credit management, cash flow control, and granular customer/SKU profitability tracking. Built high-performing teams focused on cash flow, cost efficiency, and disciplined planning.
- Ensured multi-jurisdiction compliance (NIF, GAAP, IFRS) while leading risk-mitigating audits with three consecutive years of zero findings.
- Pioneered a new global audit framework, engineered financial recovery programs, and strengthened IT platforms (SAP, Power BI, custom DNN approval system), delivering business continuity, reduced expenditures, and enhanced global visibility.
- Board Member – Aquafeed (Honduras), Fish and Shrimp feed producer.
Regional Finance Manager/Controller
Del Monte Fresh Produce - Global Leader in Fresh Produce
06.2013 - 05.2020
- Provided comprehensive financial and accounting leadership for 6 distribution centers, Fresh-Cut, Food Service, and Packaging processes across N.C., GA, and F.L., proactively supporting business decisions and sales teams.
- Implemented accounting processes and financial reporting to lead financial oversight of extensive farming operations: 10,000 acres (12 sites), 13 greenhouses, and packinghouses in Florida and Virginia, producing high-value crops (watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, tomatoes, peppers, strawberries, blueberries, sweet corn, and squash).
- Instrumental in SOX implementation for the organization.
- Managed the strategic transfer and direct sale of non-operating assets, including farmland (+$60MM) and equipment (+$10MM).
Senior Accountant and FP&A
Sun Group Companies - Food Wholesales & Distribution
01.2011 - 01.2013
Accountant
Imagina U.S - Entertainment
01.2011 - 01.2011
Controller LATAM and Caribbean
Servisair - Ground Services
01.2009 - 01.2010
Regional General Manager
Productos Paraiso - Plastic film and Mattresses Manufactured
01.2006 - 01.2009
Supply Chain & Sales Director
Dole Fresh Fruit - Fruit and Vegetables Agriculture production
01.2003 - 01.2006
Senior Financial Manager
Interamerican Development Bank/World Bank
01.1999 - 01.2003
Education
Master of Accountancy (MACC) - Forensic Accounting and Fraud Detection
Florida Atlantic University (FAU)
01.2015
Diploma in Finance - undefined
Instituto Tecnológico de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey (ITESM)
01.2000
Master in Business Administration (MBA) - Strategic Planning
Escuela Politécnica del Litoral (ESPOL) and ITESM
01.1996
Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Accounting - undefined
Universidad Laica Vicente Rocafuerte
01.1994
Skills
- Enterprise Financial Strategy: Private Equity Management, Global Financial Reporting (GAAP, IFRS, NIF), Advanced FP&A, P&L Optimization, Budgeting & Forecasting Excellence, Revenue Recognition, Financial & Business Evaluation, Strategic Capital Allocation, Regulatory & Tax Compliance, Audit & Internal Control Framework Implementation, Forensics & Fraud Detection
- Turnaround & Value Creation: Corporate Fixer, Business Turnaround Leadership, Cost Reduction & Efficiency Programs, Working Capital Optimization, Asset Evaluation & Liquidation, Problem Solving & Process Improvement
- Operational & Commercial Acumen: Multi-site Plant Management, Supply Chain & Logistics Optimization, Pricing & Profitability Tactics, Vendor Relations, Labor Contract Negotiation (local & H2A workforce), KPI Management & Performance Analytics, Project Management
- Industry Specialization: Deep expertise across Agriculture Production, Aquaculture Production, Food Processing, Food Wholesale & Distribution, Food Retail, Consumer Packaging Goods (CPG), Manufacturing & Industrial Production
- Technology & Systems Transformation: SAP, JDE, ORACLE, Hyperion, Power BI, Exactus, Cognos, QuickBooks, Software Design & Implementation
- Global Leadership & Cultural Agility: Multicultural background working across US, Latin America, and Caribbean; Bilingual (English – Spanish); Leading & Mentoring Multi-disciplinary Teams
- Financial strategy development
- Strategic financial planning
- Corporate governance
- Revenue growth strategies
- Cost reduction strategies
- Financial modeling and forecasting
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Vice President of Finance
Regal Springs - Global Leader in Sustainable Aquaculture
06.2020 - 08.2025
Regional Finance Manager/Controller
Del Monte Fresh Produce - Global Leader in Fresh Produce
06.2013 - 05.2020
Senior Accountant and FP&A
Sun Group Companies - Food Wholesales & Distribution
01.2011 - 01.2013
Accountant
Imagina U.S - Entertainment
01.2011 - 01.2011
Controller LATAM and Caribbean
Servisair - Ground Services
01.2009 - 01.2010
Regional General Manager
Productos Paraiso - Plastic film and Mattresses Manufactured
01.2006 - 01.2009
Supply Chain & Sales Director
Dole Fresh Fruit - Fruit and Vegetables Agriculture production
01.2003 - 01.2006
Senior Financial Manager
Interamerican Development Bank/World Bank
01.1999 - 01.2003
Diploma in Finance - undefined
Instituto Tecnológico de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey (ITESM)
Master in Business Administration (MBA) - Strategic Planning
Escuela Politécnica del Litoral (ESPOL) and ITESM
Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Accounting - undefined
Universidad Laica Vicente Rocafuerte
Master of Accountancy (MACC) - Forensic Accounting and Fraud Detection
Florida Atlantic University (FAU)
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