THE FIRM
Independent firm. Founder-led engagements.
An independent, founder-led management consulting and strategic advisory firm based in Miami. RAO brings together Rodrigo’s experience in management and business strategy with Alexa’s background in communications and public relations.
Our Leadership
Rodrigo A. Onate-Pabon
Founder & President
Rodrigo A. Onate-Pabon is the Founder & President of RAO International Management & Consulting Group Corp., an independent management consulting and strategic advisory firm based in Miami.
His professional experience spans business development, corporate operations, healthcare business management, financial analysis, vendor negotiations, and real estate-related business strategy. He has supported the management of privately held businesses and worked directly with business ownership on operational and financial decisions.
His work has included evaluating financial performance, identifying cost-saving opportunities, negotiating supplier terms, assessing business initiatives, and addressing organizational and operating challenges. This experience informs RAO’s focus on the connection between commercial ambition, financial discipline, and practical execution.
Rodrigo holds a Master of Science in International Business from the University of Miami’s Miami Herbert Business School and a degree in Government and International Relations from Universidad Externado de Colombia.
At RAO, he works directly with clients to understand their businesses, clarify priorities, and translate analysis into practical management decisions.
Fluent in Spanish and English, Rodrigo also speaks Portuguese and French. His background in international business and international relations informs his approach to cross-cultural communication and business decision-making.
Alexa Ordaya Montes
Director of Communications & Public Relations
Alexa Ordaya Montes leads communications and public relations at RAO International Management & Consulting Group Corp., supporting the firm’s positioning, executive messaging, and stakeholder communications.
She advises RAO on communications strategy and reputation considerations, including guidance that supports the firm’s work with healthcare businesses. Her contribution includes helping develop clear messaging and approaches to patient communications and media response planning.
Her previous experience includes supporting corporate responsibility and sustainability communications at Hard Rock Support Services and supporting communications in the office of U.S. Congressman Darren Soto. She also led an integrated communications campaign for Miami-Dade County Public Schools.
Alexa holds a master’s degree in international business from the University of Miami’s Miami Herbert Business School, a Bachelor of Science in Public Relations, Advertising & Applied Communications, and a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from Florida International University’s Honors College.
Bilingual in English and Spanish, she brings a cross-cultural perspective to communications and stakeholder engagement.
OUR MISSION
Financial discipline. Responsible decisions.
We support owners in understanding performance, allocating resources responsibly and strengthening the operating foundations needed for sustainable business performance.