Latin America Leadership Coach

Robert Harris

Senior Leadership Coach Executive Development Expert Latin America & USA

*************@*****.*** 602-***-**** Orlando, FL Who I Am and What I Do

Experienced leadership coach with over 25 years of guiding high-performing individuals, emerging leaders, and driving sustained business growth across the U.S. and Latin America. Proven ability to inspire, develop, and lead professionals at all levels through transformational coaching, accountability- driven leadership, and strategic vision. A trusted advisor to C-suite executives, I specialize in helping leaders turn challenges into opportunities—and delivering results that last. Selected Engagements & Impact

Leadership Coach & Strategic Communications Consultant SABMiller Latin America (LatAm) 14 years

• Trusted leadership coach to Country Presidents and C-suite executives across multiple countries

(Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Panama, El Salvador and Honduras).

• Specialized in executive presence, messaging clarity, and persuasive communication.

• Guided development of high-stakes presentations (budgets, 3-year plans, brand innovations and confidential reports).

• Supported C-suite in key engagements with regional leadership in Miami.

• Sustained 14-year leadership development relationship, influencing strategy and alignment. Core Strengths: Executive Coaching Strategic Messaging C-Suite Advisory Storytelling for Impact SABMiller LatAm Hub, Miami 2016–2018

Sales Strategy Architect Senior Program Lead

Directed the design and execution of a multi-country, senior-level sales enablement initiative for SABMiller’s VP Sales Directors, cascading down to 4,500+ sales managers and front-line teams across Latin America. Authored bespoke sales strategies tailored to regional market dynamics, along with custom sales execution manuals to drive sell-out growth. Managed a $350K training budget and led a large-scale rollout, aligning sales leadership with on-the-ground execution. Built strong partnerships with executive stakeholders, resulting in improved sales force capability, measurable sales growth, and profitability gains across the region.

Core Strengths:

Strategic sales leadership Enterprise-level sales enablement Cross-cultural program execution Sales force transformation Stakeholder engagement Profit-driven training solutions Lead Trainer & Content Developer

Dole Fresh Fruit HUB (Costa Rica) / Standard Fruit Company & Subsidiaries 1995–2008

• Designed and delivered large-scale leadership and communication training across 4 countries, reaching 1,200+ associates from C-suite to frontline.

• Created tailored content on high-performance teams, coaching & mentoring, and presentation techniques.

• Embedded leadership development practices and a coaching culture across the organization. Key Expertise: Leadership Training Instructional Design Large-Scale Rollouts Coaching Programs Performance Management Leader & Consultant

Maersk Shipping – Central America Cluster 2007–2011

• Architect of Maersk’s regional Performance Management (PM) systems for Central America.

• Led implementation of KPI frameworks, financial transparency, and PM- training.

• Trained leaders on 1-on-1 leadership conversations and feedback-driven growth.

• Established sustainable leadership accountability and a performance-driven culture. Specialties: Performance Systems KPI Development Organizational Alignment Leadership Development

Career Overview

Managing Director Harris Communications LatAm

1992 – 2018 Latin America (Various Countries)

• Founded and grew Harris Communications into a regional leader in executive leadership development.

• Partnered with major corporations (Coca-Cola, Nestlé, SABMiller, BAT), delivering bespoke leadership programs.

• Achieved double-digit revenue growth for 11 consecutive years; managed 186 employees across 3-country operations.

• Specialized in Executive Presence, Persuasive Leadership, and Strategic Communication for senior leaders.

• Created long-term client engagement strategies, driving sustained business expansion. Education

• B.S. in Mass Communications, The New School, New York, NY

• Diplomado in Leadership & Development, INCAE Business School

• Honorary Doctorate in Education, Instituto Polytechnic Centro América Board Memberships & Advisory Roles

• Non-Executive Board Member, IPC – Education & Operations (2003–2012)

• Treasurer, Club Campestre Golf, San Pedro Sula (2008–2010)

• Non-Executive Board Member, MAERSK – Performance Management (2007–2011)

• Advisor, Training & Development, The Honduran Cancer League (2009–2017)

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