As an IT Director (CTO), I have driven innovation across various organizations, developing and implementing AI and automation solutions that have achieved strategic objectives and generated savings of hundreds of thousands of euros.
All of this, in close collaboration with different teams and markets, always seeking the balance between the technical and human aspects.
MY APPROACH:
With over 15 years of experience across industries such as pharmaceuticals, energy, IT, and education—leading teams and managing talent—I have developed the ability to align technology with business goals, translating them into actionable strategies and practical solutions.
Throughout my career as an innovation and technology director, I have specialized in integrating the best of technology, data, and human talent to build connections, optimize processes, and unlock a company’s true potential:
Providing the technical team with a CLEAR VISION of where we are going and how we’ll get there
COMMUNICATING technological complexity to business teams from a corporate perspective
BRIDGING BOTH WORLDS as an ecosystem that moves forward in the same direction
Integrating deep technical knowledge with strong communication and active listening skills.
Building trust-based relationships
Fostering a collaborative environment.
With this approach, I have led projects where technological innovation has become a driving force for sustainable growth. A recent example is a machine learning project that generated significant company savings, exceeding €300,000.
However, beyond the numbers, the most valuable outcome was building a committed team aligned with a shared vision, which transformed into high-impact, concrete results.
Porfolio Management Professional Certification (PfMP)
Project Management Institute
Issued: dic. 2024
Product Management Program
Product HQ
Issued: may. 2022
PSPO I
Scrum.org
Issued: feb. 2021
AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty
Amazon Web Services
Issued: sept. 2020
Certified SAFe® 5 Agilist
Scaled Agile, Inc.
Issued: sept. 2020
PSM I
Scrum.orgScrum.org
Issued: may. 2020
Project Management Professional (PMP)®
Project Management Institute
Issued: may. 2020
Certificate of Practice
Management 3.0
I’d be happy to share my complete career journey and key achievements, illustrating the path that has prepared me for the next level as an IT Director (CTO) specializing in machine learning & AI—continuing to drive positive impact and deliver exceptional results through technology.
I led the design and development of a custom Real-Time Optimization (RTO) solution, an AI-based system that optimizes refinery unit performance in real-time. Its implementation projected an annual revenue increase of €5 million
To optimize stock management, I implemented SIMS, which facilitates the supply chain from physical stores to e-commerce, integrating various machine learning models. As a result, the client increased the average price by 5% in key markets.
I led the custom implementation of MMM, a high-profit AI-powered product designed to standardize the measurement of marketing engagement effectiveness and increase revenue using existing resources.
This solution saved the company over $300,000.
I led the application of machine learning techniques for interpreting horizontal well logs, increasing heavy crude oil reserves by over 20% through the redesign of outdated algorithms. Thanks to the results of these solutions, we dominated the horizontal well logging market in Venezuela between 2014 and 2017.
I worked on security device analysis (Securitas Direct), identifying faults using machine learning techniques.
The key achievement of this project was identifying the variables that most affected security equipment, leading to a 35% reduction in maintenance costs.
I implemented time series models (ARIMA, VAR, and LSTM) for demand forecasting in the master’s programs of an international university.
This project improved marketing campaign effectiveness, increasing student enrollment by an average of 30%.
A key challenge for a CTO is integrating development, infrastructure, and technology teams, ensuring they align with company goals.
From experience, fostering a collaborative environment where technical teams feel valued, aligned with business objectives, and up-to-date with innovation is essential.
Identifying opportunities to integrate disruptive technologies that provide competitive advantages, with a focus on generating measurable results.
With expertise in IT leadership for projects involving machine learning, generative artificial intelligence, deep learning, cloud computing for AI, development of generative AI systems, and more.
Always developing innovative solutions to meet the needs of the company and the society it serves, delivering tailor-made products that drive cost savings and expand both financial and intangible benefits.
All of this is essential for taking on a new role as an IT Director (CTO) specializing in machine learning and AI.
As a CTO specializing in AI for enterprises, I understand the importance of translating business needs into technological solutions, facilitating internal communication, and acting as a bridge between technical teams and executives.
One of my greatest strengths is clearly communicating technology’s impact on an organization, improving alignment between technical and business teams.
Managing projects and portfolios efficiently while leading high-performance teams and collaborating strategically with the company’s leadership.
With a leadership approach based on active listening, continuous feedback, and building trust-based relationships, my goal is to create work environments where individuals, teams, and markets are motivated to give their best, achieving:
Deliver Tangible & Measurable Results – Increased efficiency and cost reduction
Drive Organizational Adaptability & Resilience in fast-changing environments.
Enhance User & Internal Experiences across the company
Foster Higher Commitment Levels among teams with a shared purpose.
Ensure Strategic Vision Clarity with sustainable long-term goals.
Achieve Successful Project Execution through efficient and focused management.
Champion Technological Innovation to boost productivity and competitiveness
Apply a Global Perspective rooted in international experience
Today, I am ready to assume the next level in my professional journey, stepping into a global role as an IT Director (CTO) specializing in machine learning and AI. In this position, I aim to leverage my technical expertise and leadership skills to drive a corporate vision with a high impact on both industry and society, ensuring that technology fuels success.
With my experience, I can offer a unique combination of strategy, execution, and human connection—enabling business objectives to be met while transforming the way teams tackle challenges and opportunities with technology and vision.
If this site has caught your interest, I’ll be happy to continue the conversation.
Feel free to reach out through the form below or connect with me on LinkedIn.
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