Pakko De La Torre, Founder & Chief Creative Director, spearheads AIM's creative vision with unparalleled expertise. With a rich background in both technology and advertising, he has honed his skills across the globe in dynamic cities such as Tokyo, Dubai, Sydney, Lisbon, and Los Angeles. His deep-seated passion for the intersection of advertising and technology fuels AIM’s innovative mission. Whether operating from Los Angeles or Dubai, Pakko is dedicated to infusing every project with exceptional value, positive energy, and a commitment to excellence, ensuring that AIM consistently exceeds client expectations and sets new industry standards.
Pioneering Impact
Francisco De La Torre, Chairman of the Board at AIM, is a visionary executive and serial entrepreneur with over 50 years of experience across Mexico, Brazil, and the USA. He has held leadership roles at industry giants like Procter & Gamble, PepsiCo, and Frito-Lay, where he served as President of Pepsi Cola Mexicana, Elma Chips, and Mission Foods. Francisco has also founded multiple ventures and led CBS TeleNoticias, a TV network spanning 22 countries.
As AIM’s Chairman, Francisco leverages his extensive leadership experience to steer the company’s strategic direction, driving the integration of AI technologies to innovate and lead in the tech space. Dedicated to social entrepreneurship, he also collaborates with Google, Cisco-Meraki, and HTC on educational technology projects, using AI to create lasting social impact.
Insatiable Cultural Curiosity
Shaheen Bhatt, Co-Founder & Chief Client Officer of AIM, is a digital maven with over a decade of experience in advertising across Dubai, London, New York, and Mumbai. Known for blending strategy with creativity, she has led innovative campaigns and secured major client wins. Starting at Zomato, she forged global partnerships like Uber. She then managed Emirates A380's social media campaign, promoting luxury travel and handling clients like Lukoil and Castrol. At Ellington Properties, Shaheen excelled in real estate marketing, and at TBWA/RAAD, she managed clients like Mashreq Bank and Hilton. At Havas Middle East, she led impactful campaigns for Mars, Careem, MG Motor, and GM.
Igniting Growth
Larry Chou, Partner, Managing Director – Taiwan & Asia Regions, a strategic visionary in digital innovation, has distinguished himself by seamlessly integrating creative and technological solutions to drive growth and transformation across the U.S., APAC, and China. He pioneered the Product Innovation team at one of China’s largest online education groups, utilizing data-driven insights to effectively personalize learning experiences. His pivotal roles at IBM iX and PwC Experience Centre in China established new benchmarks in digital and operational services. His tenure at Hudson Rouge as the Digital Creative Director was instrumental in Lincoln Motor’s successful market entry into the competitive Chinese market. Committed to leveraging marketing as a dynamic engine for achieving business objectives, Larry’s practical approach and dedication to industry developments consistently enhance market penetration and ensure sustained business success.
Continuously Innovating
Bernard Bodeaa brings over 23 years of pioneering experience in the technology sector. He has successfully led the development of world-first products and established high-performing teams across diverse industries including startups, financial services, and telecommunications in Singapore, Australia, and Dubai. Bernard excels in harnessing Artificial Intelligence, Business Intelligence, and cutting-edge technologies, specializing in end-to-end development and platform integration to drive innovation and efficiency. His leadership roles at global powerhouses such as Visa Inc., Macquarie Bank, Telstra, Westpac, and QBE have garnered numerous local and international accolades for his teams, highlighting his impact and expertise in the field.
Driving Sustainable Innovation
With over a decade of experience across sectors, including Renewable Energy, Jaime Aguiar is a dynamic leader with a passion for innovation and sustainability. As the co-founder and CEO of Waditors, he has spearheaded the development of a sophisticated data collection and audit tool for the Spanish real estate sector. His expertise spans M&A, business development, strategic alliances, and technological innovation. Holding a Master in Blockchain Management, Jaime is committed to advancing technology and driving sustainable growth.
TRANSFORMING KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT
Dr. Alfredo Revilak, Chief Financial Officer (CFO), brings over 30 years of expertise in IT management and financial systems within the government and financial sectors. He has significantly contributed to organizations such as the World Bank, US General Services Administration, Citibank, the Securities and Exchange Commission of Mexico (CNBV), and the Pan American Health Organization. Alfredo's leadership in deploying knowledge management solutions has optimized productivity across multilateral organizations. Holding a Doctorate in Engineering Management, a Master’s in Computer Science, and a Bachelor’s in Computer Engineering, he is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) with certifications in Conflict Management and Process Mapping. Alfredo specializes in Government Consulting, Corporate IT Financial Systems, and Decision Support Systems, driving AIM's financial strategy and knowledge management excellence.
Blending Strategy & Vision
Paloma Dinamarco, Chief Commercial Officer, brings over 24 years of global expertise in the fashion industry to AIM. Her career has taken her across São Paulo, India, Shanghai, Europe, and the United States, driving growth, innovation, and transformation for iconic brands and retailers. With a unique ability to connect ideas, navigate challenges, and turn them into strategic opportunities, Paloma blends creativity with business acumen to deliver sustainable, high-impact results.
Guided by a global perspective and a relentless passion for innovation, Paloma leads AIM’s commercial strategy, redefining creativity and fashion through AI-powered solutions and fostering excellence across international markets.
Crafting Creative Mastery
Colin Corcoran, Executive Creative Director & Head of Copy, ensures AIM’s creative ideas, tech solutions and style are always grounded in strategic substance and brand tone of voice. As the most in demand and consistently awarded freelance copywriter/CD across the entire United States for over 700 A-list ad agencies, design studios, interactive shops and directly with dozens of brand marketers, he has also worked with international clients in Toronto, London, Sydney and Shenzhen. Colin was Lürzer’s Archive Magazine’s #1 ranked U.S.-based writer of the decade from 2010-2020 and was recently named 1 of only 25 Advertising Masters in the world by Graphis International.
Innovative by Design
Samuel Valdez, Vice President of Entertainment and Design, is at the forefront of merging AI with creative design in today’s fast-paced world. With a career spanning top agencies like Ayzenberg and BOND, Samuel has consistently pushed the boundaries of what’s possible in entertainment branding. As Creative Director at E/LA Advertising, he led high-impact campaigns for global giants like Starbucks and Western Digital.
Today, Samuel leverages cutting-edge AI to craft supreme key art for major movie studios, including Universal Studios and Paramount Pictures. His hands-on approach ensures that AIM’s creative output not only meets but exceeds the demands of global entertainment brands, delivering innovative, visually stunning work that stands out in a crowded marketplace.
DRIVING GROWTH
Thiago Guerini, Partner for Brazil, brings over 14 years of expertise in international business development, sales management, and strategic leadership across competitive global markets. With a proven track record in driving growth, Thiago has led commercial teams of over 30 professionals, delivering long-term financial success, building strategic alliances, and achieving market leadership.
Notable accomplishments include restructuring the international business area of the Rosset Group, achieving market dominance in Brazilian exports of synthetic fiber elastic knits, and leading the transformation of Travel Retail and Duty-Free operations for LatAm at The Hershey Company, resulting in aggressive revenue and profit growth.
Thiago’s dynamic, results-driven approach has consistently developed high-performance teams and expanded businesses globally. Known for his expertise in strategic planning, market mapping, and opportunity development, he combines visionary leadership with analytical rigor to deliver outstanding results for AIM and its clients in Brazil and beyond.
Vision in Motion
Fito Pardo, AMC, Director of Photography, is a master of cinematic storytelling with over 28 years of experience spanning feature films, documentaries, commercials, and music videos. A celebrated member of the Mexican Society of Cinematographers (AMC) and Friend Member of Spain’s Cinematographers Society (AEC), Fito’s award-winning work includes the internationally acclaimed El Fuego Inolvidable (2014).
A true pioneer in blending AI with cinematography, Fito has an uncanny ability to integrate advanced technologies into traditional filmmaking, creating visuals that are both innovative and emotionally resonant. As a Canon Cinema Ambassador and trusted creator for Getty Images, his collaborations with top agencies like National Geographic, BBDO, and Leo Burnett showcase his trailblazing approach.
Now based in Europe, Fito brings a global perspective and a bold, tech-infused vision to AIM, delivering cinematic brilliance that redefines what’s possible in visual storytelling.
