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Managing Director | It Strategy Consultant | Financial Services | Web3, Blockchain And De Fi
Senior executive and IT strategy consultant with over 20 years of experience across technology, infrastructure, and financial services in highly regulated environments. Proven background in banking, brokerage, and insurance, combined with recent focus on Web3, blockchain, and decentralized finance. Specialist in hybrid CEX–DEX models, regulated on- and off-ramps, custody, wallets, and architectures that connect traditional financial systems with onchain infrastructure, maintaining operational efficiency, compliance, and risk control.
Experience: 2 years
Yearly salary: $120,000
Hourly rate: $70
Nationality: 🇲🇽 Mexico
Residency: 🇲🇽 Mexico
Experience
Managing Director & IT Strategy Consultant, Financial Sector
Asaerk Consulting 2012 - 2022
Development and execution of three-year strategic and financial plans, ensuring business sustainability and project profitability. Definition of enterprise strategy integrating technology innovation, market trends, and regulated financial requirements. Direct engagement with C-level executives at major financial institutions, delivering high-value technology solutions. Structuring of technology offerings across core banking platforms, digital channels, automation, and regulatory compliance (CNBV, Banxico). Leadership of multidisciplinary teams across development, architecture, cybersecurity, QA, support, and operations. Design and execution of talent strategies covering attraction, development, succession, and retention.
Managing Director | Co-Founder | Commercial Director, International Trade
Natuproductos de Mexico & Merka2, Inc. 2010 - 2017
Founded and led binational operations exporting Mexican products to the US market through retail and wholesale channels. Defined business, commercial, and financial strategy from product selection to market expansion. Designed end-to-end international logistics and ensured regulatory compliance (FDA, USDA). Managed binational financial operations, international payments, and tax compliance.
IT Consultant, IBM and Oracle Platforms
BBVA Financial Group 2002 - 2012
Led migrations, upgrades, and scaling of core banking and brokerage applications, improving performance and availability. Developed integrated information systems for regulatory and strategic analysis. Automated high-volume account statement generation across banking, brokerage, and insurance. Reengineered critical technology processes for financial and insurance operations. Supported post-merger system integrations ensuring operational continuity and regulatory compliance. Implemented an end-to-end insurance platform on Oracle.
IT Consultant, IBM and Oracle Platforms
Casa de Bolsa Probursa 1994 - 2002
Development and implementation of an end-to-end brokerage system supporting investment funds and capital markets. Automation of valuations, daily reconciliations, and accounting close processes. Implementation of operational controls, margin rules, and anti-money laundering support.
IT Consultant, IBM AS/400 Platforms
Gigante / Soriana 1992 - 1994
Development and implementation of merchandising systems supporting pricing, promotions, and supplier conditions. Integration with inventory, logistics, and point-of-sale systems. Support for audit processes and operational traceability.
Skills
blockchain
python
solidity
web3
english