Osvaldo Chudnobsky

Managing Partner, São Paulo, Brazil

With over three decades of experience in hotel, tourism, and leisure consultancy, Osvaldo currently serves as the Manager Partner of Horwath HTL Brazil.

Osvaldo specialises in high-level advisory for major hotel and tourism projects, especially focused on European market entry and investment strategies.


Bio

Osvaldo, Managing Partner of Horwath HTL Brazil, brings over three decades of expertise in hotel, tourism, and leisure consultancy. Renowned for his strategic vision and deep industry knowledge, he has been instrumental in expanding Horwath HTL’s presence across Latin America and Europe, shaping the success of major hospitality and tourism projects worldwide.

From 2010 to 2012, Osvaldo served as Development Director for Posadas Group in South America, where he led the brand's expansion, overseeing multiple high-profile development projects and strategically positioning its portfolio in key South American markets. Before this, he was Partner in Charge of Horwath HTL for Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Uruguay (2008–2010), spearheading cross-border consulting initiatives to enhance market penetration, operational efficiency, and profitability across the region.

Osvaldo’s extensive leadership experience includes serving as Regional Marketing Director for Latin America and the Caribbean (2009–2010), where he implemented targeted strategies to strengthen Horwath HTL’s regional footprint. He was also a key member of the Horwath HTL Services Standardisation Worldwide Committee, contributing to the development of global best practices and quality standards.

Earlier in his career, Osvaldo held the role of Consultancy Director for Horwath HTL in Spain, Portugal, Ukraine, and Andorra (2002–2007), where he advised on European market entry and investment strategies for high-level hotel and tourism projects. As Manager for Horwath HTL in Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay (1998–2001), he laid the foundation for the firm’s South American growth. He also founded the European Chapter of the HTL International Consulting Team (ICT), fostering collaboration to elevate consulting excellence across Europe.

Osvaldo’s remarkable career highlights his ability to deliver impactful solutions tailored to the unique needs of diverse markets, solidifying his reputation as a global leader in hospitality and tourism consultancy.