Nicolas Abbate
Summary
Seasoned Director with a proven track record across leading multinational companies. Deep expertise in
government relations, stakeholder engagement, and corporate communications. Ready to influence,
connect, and lead with impact.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
External Affairs & Sustainability Director
Nissan LATAM
11.2020 - Current
- Work closely with local, regional and corporate leaders to define and execute policy and business goals.
- Engage leadership across region and functions to provide strategic guidance for Sustainability related activities.
- Set strategy and develop program framework for regulatory advocacy, industry association engagement and collaboration with relevant policy makers and other key stakeholders.
Government Affairs & Business Development Director
Nissan LATAM
05.2015 - 10.2020
- Developed Government Affairs & Business Development LATAM functions
- Designed & implemented Sourcing & Government Affairs strategies aligned with Regional Business Goals
- Ensure Government Incentives & Tax Breaks to support Nissan´s manufacturing overall performance
Communications & Public Affairs Director
General Motors - Argentina, Paraguay & Uruguay
03.2012 - 04.2015
- As part of GMA Executive Committee ,responsible for Government Relations, External/Internal Communications and CSR.
- Designed and implemented regulatory strategies through medium and long-term plans consistent with the aims and global strategies of the Corporation.
- Ensured external & internal communication management to develop a positive image with employees, union, media, government, suppliers, dealers, and other key stakeholders.
Government Affairs Manager
General Motors - Argentina, Paraguay & Uruguay
01.2008 - 02.2012
- Collaborated with internal departments to ensure alignment of business goals with public policy initiatives.
- Set up relevant relations with Government officials to share GMA viewpoints in order to be consider as a valid alternative.
- Worked closely with key trade associations as GMA representative to get their support to GMA´s interests.
Corporate Affairs Manager
Philip Morris International - Paraguay & Uruguay
09.2005 - 12.2007
- In a hostile environment to tobacco managed to introduce in Government agenda topics of PMI´s interests and have PMI´s viewpoints as a valid alternative.
- Addressed concerns of a wide range of stakeholders among government officials, media and NGO´s.
Regulatory Affairs Sr Analyst
Philip Morris International - Argentina
01.2004 - 08.2005
- Developed and presented fiscal and regulatory proposals to different government branches.
Education
Master in Business Administration - Business Administration
Universidad Austral - IAE
Buenos Aires, Argentina01-2003
Master in Administrative Law - Law
Universidad Austral
Buenos Aires, Argentina01-1998
Bachelor of Laws - Law
Universidad Católica Argentina
Buenos Aires, Argentina01-1995
Skills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Stakeholder engagement
- Conflict resolution
- Team leadership
Languages
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Portuguese
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
External Affairs & Sustainability Director
Nissan LATAM
11.2020 - Current
Government Affairs & Business Development Director
Nissan LATAM
05.2015 - 10.2020
Communications & Public Affairs Director
General Motors - Argentina, Paraguay & Uruguay
03.2012 - 04.2015
Government Affairs Manager
General Motors - Argentina, Paraguay & Uruguay
01.2008 - 02.2012
Corporate Affairs Manager
Philip Morris International - Paraguay & Uruguay
09.2005 - 12.2007
Regulatory Affairs Sr Analyst
Philip Morris International - Argentina
01.2004 - 08.2005
Master in Business Administration - Business Administration
Universidad Austral - IAE
Master in Administrative Law - Law
Universidad Austral
Bachelor of Laws - Law
Universidad Católica Argentina
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