In partnership with Anagrama+Solvar, we designed our offices for inspiration. Their architecture and design are the reflection of our work and purpose. Every corner has a reason to be there, whether it’s to drive curiosity or nurture strategic thought and transform to anthropocentric, user-centered design. Our workspace lends possibility to our efforts and improves their outcomes.
As CEO and co-founder I coordinate the entire strategic area of Thrust and from our six competencies. I really enjoy working with ambitious leaders and helping them turn their businesses into Full-Purpose organizations capable of redefining the industry and representing something authentic for both, their customers and their employees.
Prior to founding Thrust, I was a Founding Partner at MBLM (emblem), an independent consulting firm with a presence on four continents, advising companies and CEOs across a wide range of industries, including Alsea, American Century Investments, AT&T, Banco Azteca, Creel, Chevez, Consejo de la Comunicación, Comex, Deutsche-Ixe, Endeavor, Grupo Modelo (AB/InBev), Kraft, Mabe, MasterCard, Mexichem, Nestlé, Pfizer, Sala Uno, Unilever, Secretaría de Fomento Turístico de Yucatán, among others.
With a mixed background in business management, innovation, marketing and strategic design —collected in the United States, Europe and Latin America— my experience includes very diverse roles. I ranged from international keynote speaker and visiting professor to board member of a private non-profit organization and president of a transnational corporation.
For me, research is a commitment to our society since it represents the fundamental pillar of problem solving from the scientific, technological, business, educational and human point of view. Thanks to it, we can have a multidisciplinary vision of any kind.
Research has allowed me to stimulate critical thinking and creativity; it is through it that my learning process is vitalized, becoming my best weapon to decrease the limits of ignorance and increase the ability to solve problems.
My contribution to the Thrust team is to recognize the contextual drivers of change and industry challenges in order to create new ways to grow and map the impact of each growth opportunity in relation to their go-to-market.
For me, research allows us to have a comprehensive vision on specific topics to generate greater knowledge and understand each pattern in its relationship with each industry.
I firmly believe that in-depth research in support of other disciplines can be the foundation to make key decisions, solve complex problems and generate changes that transform society towards a world in vital symbiosis.
My experience in the research area, allows me to see each situation holistically with a thorough perspective to integrate the different elements of a project and its respective diagnosis according to each company to reach the most fruitful results.
As a Strategist Thruster, I contribute to the team in the development of optimal solutions, effective and relevant strategies that generate an impact on users and industries, driving innovation and creating new strategies, focused on experience.
For me, working at Thrust means contributing to co-create a world with better solutions.
I am passionate about generating echo through communication, listening and understanding the needs of each organization and managing the development of projects that provide solutions to the demands of companies, from the diagnosis and creation of solutions and strategies, to their implementation, considering at all times, the cultural and commercial context in each project.
The work of design is invisibly relevant and impactful, and it shows when it lacks. For me, design is about building ideas into reality, it is the bridge between ideation and functionality. Strategic design manages to impact and improve the life of our society.
My experience as a graphic designer ranges from branding, illustration, motion graphics, typography, UI and UX design. I consider myself self-critical, dedicated, objective, observant and perfectible.
As a Design Thruster, what I love the most is to be able to surprise with unexpected genius, contributing with my expertise in the search for optimal solutions, effective strategies and amazing results. Working at Thrust is to collaborate with brilliant minds and make a positive impact on society, in order to trigger a better future.
Pep Guardiola once said: "I strive to live with passion and not to be desensitised to life. Things matter to me. You’ve got to live like that. Otherwise what’s the point?". This quote describes my outlook on life. I enjoy new experiences and seek to understand each environment to contribute to people realizing their full potential.
The rapid and undeniable evolution of global business is changing the role and importance of people within organizations. Viewing employees solely as a resource is limiting. Today, companies need to work from a perspective focused on building talent, purpose, and culture within their teams.
My passion is designing organizational environments that combine these ingredients to create teams differentiated by their sense of leadership and service, effective teams that promote well-being, strengthen their skills, and develop purpose at all levels of the organization.
"There is nothing more beautiful than a perfectly balanced account."
My passion has always been creating budgets, managing accounts, and organizing projects, whether it's for business, independent ideas, or even plans with friends.
With over eight years of experience in the financial world, I see strategic planning as the core of any successful enterprise. That's why generating the financial and administrative actions to achieve it, is something I love.
At Thrust, I focus on organizing everything that supports our projects: contracts, accounts, budgets, payments, etc. I ensure that our numbers and processes align with the business vision and guarantee our growth.
Being a Thruster is synonymous with adapting to change, a tribe that drives you to be exceptional, to change the common mindset reaching another level of commitment and quality. As CTO and Delivery Manager, I'm responsible for ensuring the successful operation of software projects and other IT areas.
I have been a leader in IT companies as well as educational and professional training institutions, with experience leading projects in more than 280 companies from various sectors and CMMi levels. Over 10 years as a Software Architect and more than 5 years as a Business Consultant in companies certified with CMMi5.
Over 6 years of experience in the transformation and professional empowerment of IT and HR areas within organizations to turn them into software factories with IT governance, processes, and CMMi or ISO certifications.
Mentorship, consulting, support, and guidance for development teams, administrative staff, project offices, and executives facing operational, process, or technological issues.
Professional couching helping startups in their growth process and development of technological products to achieve their business goals more quickly.
Experience in government and private sector bidding. Consulting and advisory services in multiple IT services such as Robotics, Machine Learning, Internet of Things, Virtual Reality, Artificial Intelligence, Mobile Banking, Mobile Solutions, SAP, BPM/BA (Business Analysis), Business Intelligence, Training, Security, Cloud, Big Data, Financial Services, Software Factories, and IT Processes.
I consider myself to be a lifelong learner with a broad range of interests. Sustaining creativity is an essential aspect of computer systems that enables the identification of unconventional solutions. I always take a moment each week to review and learn about mathematics and logic concepts. In technology, I like to stay up-to-date on quantum computing and big data processors.
I am an outgoing person always willing to make the most of life and learn from every person I meet. I have a keen interest in understanding diverse viewpoints on a wide range of subjects.. My interests include music, nature, painting, and American football. I also enjoy pushing myself to constantly step out of my comfort zone, which I consider an extreme sport; I love it!
My job as Cloud Engineer is to oversee the management of existing cloud-based processes and digital migration. To achieve this, it clearly requires to have a broad knowledge of the technology field and best practices.
What I enjoy most is finding effective solutions for various challenges encountered during the projects I am involved in. My main rule is to help and transmit the knowledge I have acquired during all my years of experience.
As a good Thruster, my driving force is to strive for constant growth and improvement every day!
I enjoy working with visionary leaders to help them turn their businesses into Responsive organizations, pushing them to take a leap that redefines the industry and thriving shared value towards their customers, collaborators, and the community at large.
The "magic" starts when I mix big data with research and culture, building bridges between real-world challenges and new generations’ dreams and abilities. What happens? New possibilities, both in the workplace and as history forges its path.
Research is a commitment to our society since it represents the fundamental pillar of problem solving from the scientific, technological, business, educational and human view. Thanks to it, we can have a multidisciplinary vision of any kind.
My work as a researcher goes beyond technical skills; it requires many other aptitudes that enhance the intellect in all its forms and expressions. I am certain that by doing so, we can gain wise insights into various phenomena to find innovative solutions.
As a Strategist Thruster, I contribute to the team in the development of optimal solutions, effective and relevant strategies that generate an impact on users and industries, driving innovation and creating new strategies, focused on experience.
The work of design is invisibly relevant and impactful, and it shows when it lacks. For me, design is about building ideas into reality, it is the bridge between ideation and functionality. Strategic design manages to impact and improve the life of our society.
My passion is building organizational environments that cultivate talented teams with a purpose-driven culture and strong leadership, service, well-being, and skills, which is crucial for today companies long term success and sustainability.
"There is nothing more beautiful than a perfectly balanced account." My passion has always been creating budgets, managing accounts, and organizing projects, whether it's for business, independent ideas, or even plans with friends.
Being a Thruster is synonymous with adapting to change, driving you to be exceptional, reaching another level of commitment and quality. As CTO and Delivery Manager, I'm responsible for ensuring the successful operation of software projects and other IT areas.
Sustaining creativity is an essential aspect of computer systems that enables the identification of unconventional solutions. I always take a moment each week to review and learn about mathematics and logic concepts.
My job as Cloud Engineer is to oversee the management of existing cloud-based processes and digital migration. To achieve this, it clearly requires to have a broad knowledge of the technology field and best practices.
If you’re looking for joe that jolts—maybe changes your life—Cucurucho is the place. Ask for the macchiato.
Mikasa is a neighborhood gem. Authentic, fresh, affordable Japanese, plus generous portions.
We thrusters live life to the max and Siclo is the perfect (and funnest) place to energize and let off steam.
Rosetta hosts a bustling scene for breakfast and pastries. Your stroll there makes morning indulgence all but guilt-free.
Cantina Riviera del Sur—from both the old and new schools—strikes a perfect balance for post-workday pops, festive toasts and going-away parties.
Mellow Caravanserai is Mexico City’s premier maison de thé, our official spot when we’re after balance or spiritual inspiration.
The magnificent Rosario Castellanos bookstore is our favorite when we’re looking for innovation, business and strategy titles.
Ice Cream Nation is perfect at all times: celebrating big ideas, looking for inspiration or just energy to get through the day.