International Executive driving global retail success

Julio Ibanez, the esteemed CEO of Aurora Grocery Group, leads a distinguished family-owned supermarket enterprise with four decades of industry prowess. Stellar banners like Compare Foods, Gala Fresh Farms, and Gala Foods grace the landscape from New York to North Carolina and Florida under his astute guidance. As an Executive Retailer and seasoned advisor, Ibanez excels in enhancing strategic and financial performance internationally, benefiting retail giants across Europe, America, the Caribbean, and Latin America. Recognized for elevating shareholder value, his expertise spans diverse retail sectors, from department stores to import-export food businesses. President of The US Retail Chamber.