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John Alvarez

Miami,FL

Summary

Successful track record businessman and entrepreneur in marketing and consumer research industry.

Professional in psychology and neuromarketing, leader in understanding consumer behavior and its application to marketing and consumer research providing valuable insights to businesses.

Incorporation success of non invasive neuroscience techniques withing traditional research methodologies in Mexico.

Recognized expert in human behavior in marketing and consumer research.

Pioneer in incorporating neuroscientific techniques into traditional research methodologies.

Overview

48
48
years of professional experience

Work History

General Director

Punto Objetivo
07.1986 - 10.2022
    • Punto Objetivo recognized best quality marketing research and Neuro research consumer since 1986 in Mexico and Latin America for global consumer product corporations :Procter & Gamble, Dannon, Coca Cola, Frito Lay, Kellogg's, Ford Motors, and more.
    • Punto Objetivo gat ISO 9001/2008 certification In Mexico (1998)
    • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
    • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.

General Manager

Sistemas De Observación Conductual
01.1989 - 01.2022
  • Observer Conductual (1989 to date) first neuroscience biometric laboratory elevating traditional research with Facial Expression, Eye movement and EEG and GSR (Galvanic Skin Response) neuroscience techniques
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standars

Market Research & New Products Director

SC Johnson And Son. Mexico.
01.1980 - 06.1986

Plan, organize and execute market research programs for all brands and new products for Mexico and Central America.

  • Collected and analyzed data on customer demographics, preferences, needs and buying habits to identify potential markets and factors affecting products demand.
  • Prepared reports of findings by illustrating data graphically and translating complex findings into written text.
  • Utilized different tools to analyze marketing trends and suggested measures to reduce costs and improve business processes.
  • Collated information to interpret data for Marketing area.
  • Generated reports to support development and implementation of marketing plans.
  • Implemented and supervised market research projects from start to finish with focus groups, surveys and interviews.
  • Developed questionnaires and facilitated focus group discussions.

Market Research and New Products Supervisor

Ralston Purina, Mexico
01.1978 - 12.1979
  • Gathered data on competitors to analyze prices, sales and methods of marketing and distribution.
  • Created and managed database of information gathered from research.
  • Collected and analyzed data on customer demographics, preferences, needs and buying habits to identify potential markets and factors affecting product demand.
  • Developer for first dry pet food launched in Mexico.

Market Research Analyst and New Products Brand Mgr

Colgate Palmolive, Mexico.
01.1975 - 11.1978
  • Conducted market research to identify new opportunities and target markets.

Education

High School Diploma -

Preparatory Universidad Autónoma De Guadalajara's
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico.
07.1968

Instituto Superior De Estudios Eclesiásticos
México City, México
12.1970

Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology

Facultad De Psicologia, UNAM
México, City, México
1976

AD2 MBA

Instituto Panamericano Alta Dirección De Empresas
México, City, México.
12.2008

Neuromarketing Master

Universidad De La Rioja, Spain
La Rioja, Spain.
07.2017

Phlebotomy Technician

Genesis Vocational Institute
Miami, FL
11.2022

Certified EKC Technician

Genesis Vocational
Miami, FL
11.2022

Skills

  • Solid expertise in strategic planning, marketing analytics, quantitative and qualitative research, training, consumer behavior, neuromarketing research
  • Project Management
  • Strategies, Goals
  • Verbal, Written Communication
  • Creativity, Innovation
  • ISO 9001/200 quality
  • Statistical analysis
  • Sampling
  • Focus Groups moderation, analysis
  • Teaching experience
  • Business Plan
  • Product research
  • Branding
  • Project Management
  • Social research
  • Client account management

Timeline

General Manager

Sistemas De Observación Conductual
01.1989 - 01.2022

General Director

Punto Objetivo
07.1986 - 10.2022

Market Research & New Products Director

SC Johnson And Son. Mexico.
01.1980 - 06.1986

Market Research and New Products Supervisor

Ralston Purina, Mexico
01.1978 - 12.1979

Market Research Analyst and New Products Brand Mgr

Colgate Palmolive, Mexico.
01.1975 - 11.1978

High School Diploma -

Preparatory Universidad Autónoma De Guadalajara's

Instituto Superior De Estudios Eclesiásticos

Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology

Facultad De Psicologia, UNAM

AD2 MBA

Instituto Panamericano Alta Dirección De Empresas

Neuromarketing Master

Universidad De La Rioja, Spain

Phlebotomy Technician

Genesis Vocational Institute

Certified EKC Technician

Genesis Vocational
John Alvarez