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Francisco PellegriniFP

Francisco Pellegrini

Fractional Growth Executive & Start Up Advisor

€800/day
Madrid, ES
8-15 years

Average response time: 1 hour

About Francisco

I help companies and founders transform ideas into sustainable growth. As a consultant, I specialize in diagnosing challenges, designing tailored strategies, and guiding execution with precision. My expertise spans market entry, GTM planning, fundraising frameworks, and operational scale — areas where clarity and decisive action make the difference between stagnation and success.

Over the past decade, I’ve advised startups, scaleups, and global brands across Europe, GCC, and LATAM, building a reputation for combining strategic foresight with hands‑on operational know‑how. As a venture builder, I partner with founders to validate pipelines, structure capital strategies, and accelerate readiness for scale. As a consultant, I bring an external lens that uncovers blind spots, aligns teams, and ensures ventures grow smarter and faster.

My portfolio includes projects in consumer goods, logistics, Sport and Entertainment, Ecommerce (DTC) healthcare, fintech, and now hospitality and wellness, industries where differentiation and execution are critical.

For more info
  • English

    Native or bilingual

  • Spanish

    Native or bilingual

  • Portuguese

    Fluent

  • Italian

    Conversational

  • French

    Basic

Remote only
Primarily works remotely

Experience

  • Kim&Kimmy,Dubai,UAE
    CSO - Chief Strategy Officer
    E-COMMERCE
    June 2022 - February 2026 (3 years and 8 months)
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Scaled an eco-friendly diaper DTC (Ecom + Retail) brand into 15+ international markets, achieving mid 7-figure revenues in under 24 months. Raised USD 6.3M+ across 2.5 investment rounds, securing strategic investors and enabling accelerated growth. Achieved Top 5 diaper brand ranking in the UAE within the first year of launch. Built and managed 10+ global e-commerce platforms while securing distribution with leading regional retailers. Positioned the company for strategic exit by 2026/27, implementing scalable growth and expansion strategies. Closedstrategic partnershipandcobranding such us Cocomelon/Nahdi.
    go to market Corporate strategy growth strategy International Expansion Business development
  • Yalla Baby Box, Dubai,UAE
    CEO
    E-COMMERCE
    January 2019 - December 2022 (3 years and 11 months)
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Raised USD 1.5M in early-stage rounds and later spin off Kim & Kimmy as a flagship DTC brand. Developed AI-powered personalization across shopping and logistics, improving customer experience, retention, and operational efficiency. Scaled operations regionally (UAE & KSA Set Up), integrating e- commerce, retail, and warehouse fulfillment under unified SOPs. Built and led cross-border warehouse teams, establishing operational procedures, inventory systems, and last-mile optimization for multi-country fulfillment. Oversaw P&L, cash flow, and investor relations, ensuring financial discipline and sustainable growth. Co-led product and platform development with the software factory to enhance automation and user experience. Directed business development and growth strategy, securing strategic retail, brand, and investor partnerships across GCC.
    Operation Management Supply Chain Management Growth Strategy Go to market Business development
  • Astra Partners (Messi Experience Tour Dubai),Dubai,UAE
    Advisor and Strategic Partner
    ENTERTAINMENT AND LEISURE
    January 2025 - August 2025 (7 months)
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Strategic advisor on securing the IP of Leo Messi, supporting execution and launching of the Messi Experience Tour Dubai (Summer Attraction) at DFCM Dubai. Overseeing planning GTM strategy Securing high‑value and strategic partners Developing B2B relationships such us Dubai Tourism and Dubai Sport Council Developing B2B sales channels and Sponsorships.
    Sponsorship Sport and Entertainment Business development Consultancy Strategic Partnership

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Education

  • MBA
    UniversidadNacionalDeCordoba-Argentina
    2012
    MBA
  • MBA
    2011
    MBA

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