David P.
Chief Executive Officer | PriceSmart, Inc. | Retail | Technology | Philanthropy
- Role
- Chief Executive Officer at PriceSmart
- Location
- San Diego, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About David P.
I’m the CEO of PriceSmart, the largest membership warehouse club operator in Latin America and the Caribbean. I’m committed to transforming retail through digital innovation, operational excellence, and purpose-driven leadership.Previously as EVP & Chief Transformation Officer, I led PriceSmart’s digital evolution, IT, payments, and the PriceSmart Foundation, advancing our commitment to local impact and shared growth.My leadership style is shaped by experiences with the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS), where I learned adaptability, humility, and resilience. I believe business can be a force for good—when paired with integrity, curiosity, and bold thinking.I’m also an active member of YPO, a global community of chief executives, where I continue to learn from and contribute to a network of leaders committed to growth and impact.I welcome thoughtful conversations and partnerships that challenge the status quo and help build a better future together.
Experience
Chief Executive Officer
Sep 2025 — Present · San Diego, CA, US
Education
University of Otago
N/A, General Study and Exchange
USC Sol Price School of Public Policy
Bachelor of Science - BS, Public Policy, Management, and Planning
MIT Sloan School of Management
Closing the Gap Between Strategy and Execution, Executive Certificate
UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS)
Master's degree, International Relations and Affairs
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