Dr. Odile Guinot

Dr. Odile Guinot is an Instructional Associate Professor at the University of Florida's Warrington College of Business with an impressive background in both academia and corporate leadership.1 She holds multiple degrees from the University of Florida, including a Master of Business Administration and a Doctor of Business Administration, making her a proud "double Gator".45

Academic Career

Dr. Guinot successfully defended her dissertation in May 2024, completing the final requirement for her Doctorate of Business Administration from the University of Florida.2 As an educator, she has had the opportunity to teach at the university level, demonstrating her expertise in business education.3

Corporate Experience

Prior to her academic career, Dr. Guinot had a distinguished 24-year corporate career:

• Apple: She served as Head of AppleCare Sales for the Americas, where she was responsible for delivering exceptional results and utilizing her sales management skills.
• Google/Motorola: Dr. Guinot held various key positions at Motorola (a Google company), including Vice President and General Manager, Director of Retail and e-Commerce Sales, and Director of Tier-1 Carrier Sales.
• Early Career: She began her corporate journey in a call center at a major tech company, eventually rising to the position of Global Senior Executive.4

Skills and Expertise

Dr. Guinot is known for her:

• Creative problem-solving abilities
• Expertise in program management and process improvement
• Data-informed decision-making skills
• Strong leadership in driving innovation while surpassing targets13

Her extensive experience in both the corporate world and academia allows her to bring real-world insights to her teaching, making her a valuable asset to the University of Florida's Warrington College of Business.