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Sebastian Choren

Lawyer & Strategy Expansion Business Consultant
  • Suggested rate
    €399 / day
  • Experience15+ years
  • Response rate100%
  • Response time1 hour
The project will begin once you accept Sebastian's quote.
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Location
Cologne, Germany
Can work onsite in your office in
  • and around Cologne (up to 50km)
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Skill set
Sebastian in a few words
Preference for roles in technology-driven projects, international trade, and business development, particularly those focused on fostering global market connections, empowering SMEs, or utilizing digital platforms for scalable impactAvailable for both remote and on-site opportunities, with a focus on Europe and Latin America.
Open to flexible or full-time arrangements, and ready to travel for key strategic initiatives or project needs
Experience
  • Smart LETTER OF CREDIT GMBH
    Strategy expansion consulting & Sales representative
    August 2024 - Today (7 months)
    Cologne, Germany
    Spearheaded the development and expansion of the business model in Latin America, including the implementa tion of new tools tailored to the region. Built strategic alliances with export and import chambers and established trade agreements with product importers for SmarLoc. Secured medium and large clients in Argentina, conducting in-depth analyses of import and export regulations. Conducted comprehensive reviews of Argentina's trade regulations to facilitate international trade transactions with OPP, a digital payment supplier. Ensured compliance with international supply chain standards. Negotiated agreements with clients adopting the platform and its Trusted Payment and Shipment Monitoring services, along with supply chain intelligence solutions. Executed a successful development plan, achieving a forecast of 20 new accounts by 2025, with revenue exceeding €2.3 million and a significant increase in monthly client operations in Argentina.

  • KDA LEGAL ANWALTSKANZLEI UND CLP RECHTSANWÄLTE
    Senior Lawyer
    May 2018 - March 2024 (5 years and 10 months)
    Cologne, NW, Germany
    Management 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 implementa tion in corporate processes. Legal support for due diligence processes, contract negotiations, and legal compari sons. 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 & INTERCONECTAR
  • Exportopia Corp
    Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer
    August 2015 - Today (9 years and 7 months)
    Cologne, Germany
    Since 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.
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Education
  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
    University of Buenos Aires
    2007
    Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
  • Economics
    University of Buenos Aires
    2000
    Economics
  • Civil Procedure Law
    University of Buenos Aires
    2007
    Civil Procedure Law