Press Release
Miami Boutique WMB Partners Merges with Global Talent Firm Boyden
Merger adds 70 years of cross-cultural experience to Boyden’s US Executive Search practice
Roberto Laub
Managing Partner, United States
Roberto Laub is an executive search expert and former executive with broad experience in international environments in the U.S., Europe, and across Latin America. He has a proven record of delivering strong results in various industries by building high-performing teams and has successfully led organizations through challenges, demonstrating exceptional management skills and business acumen.
Professional Focus
- Nearly 10 years’ experience in executive search, along with over 30 years in executive roles in general management, sales, finance, supply chain, and operations
- Substantial background in cross-border environments in the U.S., Latin America, and Europe, with in-depth knowledge of the Latin American region
- Broad industry expertise spanning consumer products, industrial, financial services, and investment banking
- Leader and advisor to startups, high-growth companies, and multinationals, as well as organizations undergoing transitions, turnarounds, and transformations
- Proven success in challenging business environments in Brazil, Portugal, Chile, Argentina, and the U.S. with oversight in all Latin American markets including Peru, Bolivia, Uruguay, and Paraguay
- Native Portuguese, fluent in English and Spanish
Business Expertise
- Managing Partner and Co-Founder - Executive Search at a boutique executive search firm, based in Miami metro area
- Angel investor in startups
- Partner at elektify, a social capital management firm, based in Miami metro area
- Senior Director New Profit Pools at Whirlpool Latin America, based in Miami metro area; prior roles included Regional Senior Director - Southern Cone, based in Argentina; Regional Director - Chile, Peru and Bolivia, based in Chile; Country Director Portugal; and Sales Director, Brazil
- Operations Executive Manager at Cartao Unibanco Ltda, Brazil, a leading Brazilian credit card issuer
- Corporate Finance Associate and Equity Research Analyst at Banco de Investimentos CSFB Garantia S.A., Brazil, a leading Brazilian investment bank later acquired by Credit Suisse
- Commercial Representative at Alcoa, Brazil; previously Purchasing Supervisor and Financial Planning Analyst
Areas of Expertise
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree in economics from Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil
- Executive Development Programs at Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management
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Blog
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The US senior population is booming, driving explosive growth in home and post-acute care. Programs like PACE are expanding fast, offering innovative, in-home solutions and digital health advancements. This shift presents huge opportunities for healthcare providers to lead the future of senior care.
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Decoding Tech Trends and Leadership in the Digital Age
Technology Report 2024: Analyzing markets, studies, and trends reshaping business with expert insights from Boyden's Global Technology Practice Members
News & Events
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In the Media
Big Food’s race to reinvent as market shifts
Big Food is rapidly reinventing itself through accelerated M&A, rebranding, and wellness‑driven product innovation. Boyden Partner Doug Ehrenkranz provides expert insights on the rising demand for protein-rich, nutrient‑dense, and gut‑friendly foods shaping today’s CPG strategies.
In the Media
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