Strategic Projects & Initiatives
Julio Ibanez is a retail strategist and advisor focused on the growth and transformation of multicultural retail in the United States.
Through strategic advisory roles, industry initiatives, and educational platforms, he supports retailers, distributors, and manufacturers in areas such as private label development, global sourcing, multicultural market expansion, and retail innovation.
His work spans industry organizations, media platforms, and executive education initiatives designed to strengthen the Hispanic retail ecosystem across the United States.
Julio Ibanez – Strategic Advisory
Independent strategic advisor supporting retail and distribution companies in areas such as:
• Retail growth strategy
• Multicultural market expansion
• Private label development
• International sourcing
• Operational transformation
The Hispanic Retail Chamber of Commerce (HRCOC)
Industry organization dedicated to supporting Hispanic retailers, distributors, and suppliers through strategic initiatives, industry events, education, and advocacy programs across the United States.
The Retail Academy
Executive education initiative developed in collaboration with Tecnológico de Monterrey, focused on training the next generation of Hispanic retail operators and executives through industry-focused programs.
Diario Retail and Abasto Magazine
Founder of DiarioRetail.com and contributor to Abasto Magazine, providing analysis, industry insights, and global retail perspectives to the Hispanic supermarket sector.