A Day In The Life Of A Chief Operating Officer At BioDAF Water Technologies USA
Marcos's day as Chief Operating Officer at BioDAF Water Technologies USA is dynamic, balancing "long planning and immediate operational tasks," from reviewing industry newsletters to identify new technologies and strategizing new market entry, to troubleshooting on-site challenges and resolving operational bottlenecks. The role requires a constant focus on aligning detailed execution with the company's overarching goals.
Executive/Leadership, Project Management, Problem-Solving, Communication, Strategic Planning
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Marcos De la Monja
Chief Operating Officer
BioDAF Water Technologies USA
Instituto Tecnologico y de Estudios Superiores de Occidente (ITESO)
MBA - University of South Carolina | Instituto Tecnologico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey
International Relations & Affairs
Climate, Environment, Sustainability & Waste Management
Operations and Project Management
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Video Highlights
1. A COO's day involves a mix of strategic planning and immediate operational tasks, balancing long-term goals with daily challenges.
2. Staying current with industry trends through newsletters and publications is a key aspect of the role.
3. Collaboration is crucial; a COO works closely with various teams (leadership, project managers, engineers, clients) to troubleshoot problems and align strategies.
Transcript
What does a day in the life of a CO look like?
Every day is a little bit different, and that's why I really enjoy this role. Typically, I allot myself some time in the morning to read several water-related newsletters that I'm part of.
Here, I identify new technologies that can be incorporated into our processes. After that, I usually check in with the leadership team to review ongoing processes and operational metrics.
Then, I spend a good amount of time meeting with project managers, project engineers, and our clients. We troubleshoot any challenges or align our strategies with our client strategies.
Throughout my day, I balance between long-term planning and immediate operational tasks. For example, in the morning, I may work on strategic initiatives.
This could involve figuring out how to gain a foothold in a new industry or how to target a new market. In the afternoon, I might spend time reviewing sign modifications or helping to resolve a bottleneck in the commissioning process at one of our facilities.
Essentially, my job is to keep the big picture in mind while making sure the details align with our overall goals.