About Sebastian
Spanish
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English
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German
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Experience
- CLP RECHTSANWÄLTEOf CounselLEGALMay 2018 - Today (8 years and 1 month)Cologne, NW, GermanyManagement and consultancy in international trade law, particularly related to import and export regulations. Conducted comprehensive analyses of EU trade regulations to support international trade transactions. Ensured compliance with international supply chain standards. Advised on international export laws and their implementation in corporate processes. Legal support for due diligence processes, contract negotiations, and legal comparisons. Court representation and litigation focused on international trade disputes.• Developed and implemented legal strategies leading to favorable judgments in German courts for Latin American export companies.• Successfully avoided risky transactions and recovered claims through effective legal interventions.
- Exportopia CorpCo-Founder and Chief Operating OfficerAugust 2015 - Today (10 years and 10 months)Cologne, GermanySince May 2022, I have served as COO, leading the development of AI-BI-powered automated tools designed to enhance education and information accessibility, enabling SMEs worldwide to export efficiently. Our focus is on users with limited knowledge and resources in international trade. Operating from a company based in Florida, USA, we have invested $150,000 USD to date, with an additional $80,000 USD investment planned by the partners in 2025. Revenue for Exportopia in 2025 is projected to reach approximately $180,000 USD. In February 2025, we will launch an automated freemium platform (80% free) to maximize adoption among SMEs. Furthermore, we are preparing for a funding round in Q1 2025 to support ongoing development and scale the project further.• Ensured that over 50 companies paid a total of €350,000 for my export consultancy in the last five years.• Implementation of successful export strategies for numerous SMEs, resulting in significant revenue growth.• Scaling and utilization of the digital platform www.interconectar.eu by many SMEs in Latin America.• Effective cooperation with international chambers of commerce and government agencies to promote ex ports and overcome regulatory barriers.
- EL GAUCHITO GMBHCo-founder and Strategy developmentOctober 2017 - December 2022 (5 years and 2 months)Krefeld, NW, GermanyImport and distribution of over 120 premium foods and beverages from Argentina for the European market. Building and maintaining relationships with Argentine embassies, consulates, and the Agency for International Investments and Trade of Argentina. Organizing and conducting marketing events such as Argentine weeks at Galeria Kaufhof and Karstadt (2018, 2019). Strategic positioning and expansion of the Argentine product portfolio at leading European retailers. Achieving high sales figures in traditional retail and via digital platforms, with 90% of sales in large supermarkets and new apps. Conducting and managing weekly promotions in German supermarkets to increase sales.• Successful market introduction and distribution of Argentine products in Europe.• Establishment of an extensive network with Argentine institutions and trade organizations.
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Education
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB)University of Buenos Aires2007Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
- EconomicsUniversity of Buenos Aires2000Economics