Ricky Mandle

COO of Mediterranean FMCG company, responsible for P&L, operations, and international expansion. Led business growth across Europe, Asia, and the U.S., positioning the company as a B Corp leader in sustainable and impact-driven food. • Full P&L ownership of European and U.S. operations, delivering sustainable revenue growth and improved margins. • Opened and scaled U.S. subsidiary, building warehousing, import, and sales structures to reach 2,000+ retailers nationwide. • Secured national distribution agreements with UNFI and KeHE, consolidating market entry and growth. • Expanded international footprint into 10+ markets (France, Germany, Netherlands, Russia, Taiwan). • Launched 15 award-winning SKUs, featured by The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal, consolidating category leadership. • Achieved top-performing SKUs on Walmart.com and Amazon.com, strengthening digital presence. • Optimized supply chain & operations, reducing costs and accelerating time-to-market. • Implemented B Corp certification, embedding ESG principles and corporate governance. • Oversaw R&D and product innovation, creating a scalable product portfolio aligned with global trends.

COO and Executive leader of gourmet food retail and product innovation company. Oversaw multi-unit operations, P&L, and international distribution, scaling retail presence and diversifying revenue streams across multiple business lines. • Scaled retail chain to 8 stores in Barcelona and Madrid, achieving seven-figure annual revenues. • Directed a 70+ cross-functional team across retail, logistics, production, e-commerce, and events. • Developed 300+ private-label SKUs, distributed internationally and strengthening revenue mix. • Created new business lines (cooking school, corporate events), diversifying revenue and boosting profitability. • Earned national recognition as Spain’s “Best Food Shops”, consolidating market leadership. • Implemented operational KPIs and reporting systems, improving decision-making and efficiency. • Built strategic supplier and distributor partnerships, expanding market reach and brand visibility. • Supervised CAPEX investments for store openings and infrastructure, ensuring ROI. • Mentored and developed management team.

Director of Operations for a leading European sports organization. Responsible for international competitions, high-profile events, and operational excellence across multiple markets. • Directed the launch of the ULEB Cup, integrating 32 teams from 16 countries and building governance structures. • Managed multi-million € budgets for international competitions and events. • Delivered flagship events such as the Euroleague Final Four, increasing commercial visibility and audience reach. • Streamlined multi-country operational processes, reducing costs and improving efficiency. • Negotiated media rights and sponsorship activations, driving new revenue opportunities. • Led cross-border teams and vendors, ensuring quality, compliance, and alignment with financial targets.