Maria Alejandra Ruiz

MeaningfulBoldHuman

Over my career, I've helped build brands that are meaningful and made to matter—from global icons to cultural independents. With a background in Industrial Engineering and Design Management, I bring both structure and softness to every project.I turn human insight into strategy, and strategy into brand experiences that resonate. What I love most? That early creative phase—where ideas feel raw, chaotic, and full of possibility.

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Below are the companies that have trusted me, the amazing brands I've led, and the new ones I've had the privilege to create with incredible teams.

What I Bring to the Table

Brand strategy that drives clarity and relevance.

Leadership that listens, empowers, and drives action.

Cross-disciplinary thinking that bridges gaps.

Design thinking that fuels bold, grounded ideas.

Storytelling that translates insight into connection.

From Ideation to Execution with real traction.

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Valentina Vieira

Chief Marketing officer at Alpina

María Alejandra is an exceptional leader: strategic, hands-on, creative, and deeply human. She has the ability to mobilize teams, challenge the status quo, and connect brands with people like few others can. At Alpina, she left a lasting mark on culture, innovation, and results. She’s one of those people you recommend with your eyes closed.

Recognitions and awards

Aguila Craving Six Packs

El Ojo de Iberoamérica 2020: Bronze - Efficiency Bronze - Media Featured in AdsoftheWorld

Aguila Light #Volvamos

El Ojo de Iberoamérica 2021: Gold - Illustration Bronze - Design Poster Bronze - Design Packaging D&AD 2021: Shortlisted in Illustration and Integrated

#DiloConBonYurt

Effie Colombia: Bronze - Best media use El Dorado 2021: Shortlisted in Outdoor, Social & Infuencers and Brand experience

LoveSpots

El Dorado: Outdoor - Bronze

El Sabor de los 90

Effie Colombia: Bronze - Best media use

Alpina #1 Innovation company

Awarded by ANDI (Colombia's National Business Association) while I was part of Alpina's innovation team as Growth & Innovation Director.

Meaningful work starts with a conversation

Let's build something thoughtful, ambitious, and a little unexpected.

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