Our CEO

 

Mario Abal is a powerhouse executive with over 35 years of international leadership experience in the Food & Beverage and Retail industries, renowned for driving operational excellence, strategic expansion, and transformative results on a global scale. He has successfully led tactical operations for major global brands and complex matrix organizations, consistently delivering breakthrough performance in competitive, high-stakes markets. With a sharp eye for growth and the agility to navigate sophisticated corporate ecosystems, Mario has elevated brand presence, closed high-value negotiations, and led successful business turnarounds across continents.

Mario brings a unique fusion of strategic vision and operational precision, rooted in his deep passion for process efficiency and employee engagement. Trusted by C-suite leaders around the world, he is known for building and leading high-performing teams, launching and scaling global operations, and driving strong fiscal performance, including sustainable same-store sales growth. His leadership extends to spearheading commercial real estate development and expansion strategies that deliver measurable impact.

Fluent in multiple languages and connected at the highest levels across the United States, Europe, South America, Central America, and the Caribbean, Mario offers both global perspective and cultural fluency. His reach and executive presence make him an invaluable partner to any organization looking to expand with confidence and operational excellence.

More than a strategic business developer and seasoned operator, Mario is a results-driven leader with a relentless focus on efficiency, speed, and performance. He brings to the table a sharp ability to streamline operations, accelerate execution, and drive measurable productivity across every phase of the business. Known for delivering high-impact outcomes without compromising quality, Mario builds systems and teams that move fast, operate lean, and stay laser-focused on reducing costs while maximizing output. His approach is rooted in disciplined execution, operational clarity, and a deep commitment to delivering value at every level of the organization.

Mario’s mission is to empower individuals, entrepreneurs, corporations, and franchise systems to grow with clarity, purpose, and confidence. Together with his team, he helps aspiring business owners identify and launch the right business or brand concept that aligns with their goals, investment potential, and long-term vision. He guides entrepreneurs and companies through strategic expansion—locally, nationally, and internationally—while supporting franchisors in finding qualified, aligned partners to scale operations with consistency and profitability. His work blends deep real estate knowledge, operational modeling, and strategic brand development into fully realized, market-ready business solutions.

At the heart of Mario’s leadership is a steadfast commitment to unlocking growth, building lasting partnerships, and turning vision into tangible, scalable success—all powered by strategic foresight and operational mastery.

Skills 

  • Strategic Concept Development.

  • Negotiation.

  • Project Management.

  • Franchise

  • Executive Management.

  • Ability to analyse the competitive environment.

  • Respected for strong management skills, and for solid strategy planning and execution.

  • Financial understanding and currently successfully executing more Working Capital Projects.

  • Strong in execution based on own operational experiences through senior director positions.

  • (P/L) Responsibility.

  • Turnarounds & taking companies international.

  • Strong in communications and negotiations.

  • Creative talents and the ability to solve tough problems.

  • Solid network and experience at top management level in US, Europe, South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.