Ricardo A. Rodriguez
FinTechie | Academic | Entrepreneur | Volunteer
Escuela Colombiana de Ingeniería Julio Garavito•Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts, United States
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Multicultural executive with 20+ years of experience developing technology and leading organizations from early-stage platforms into large corporate environments. Recognized for combining deep technological expertise with advanced knowledge of business and finance, consistently bridging organizational priorities with technology capabilities to deliver scalable growth and sustainable results. Career spans the design of innovative solutions in financial services and insurance, followed by leadership in scaling and governance within large enterprises. Known for creativity, problem-solving in complex environments, and the ability to align executives, stakeholders, and teams toward measurable outcomes across financial and insurance markets. Actively engaged in mentoring Latino entrepreneurs and advising students, while leading initiatives that expand education and opportunities for underserved children in Latin America, balancing corporate leadership with social impact. Keywords: Technology Strategy, Business Alignment, Problem Solving, Creativity, Financial Services, Insurance, Governance, Cross-Cultural Leadership, Social Impact, Education.
Career Timeline
- Morgan StanleyCurrent2023–Present· 3 yrs 10 mos
- Executive DirectorCurrent2023–Present
- Jul 2021–Present· 5 yrs 4 mos
- Information Technology LecturerCurrentJul 2021–Present
- Jun 2020–2023· 2 yrs 7 mos
- Co-Founder and Chief Technology OfficerJun 2020–2023
- Nov 2015–Mar 2016· 4 mos
- Consultant, Digital MarketingNov 2015–Mar 2016
- Apr 2014–2023· 8 yrs 9 mos
- Chief Information Security OfficerApr 2014–2023
- Mar 2012–2023· 10 yrs 10 mos
- Chief Technology Officer and Chief Information OfficerMar 2012–2023
- Sep 2008–Feb 2012· 3 yrs 5 mos
- AFS - SVP & Chief Technology Officer - (Second VicePresident)Sep 2008–Feb 2012
- 2006–2023· 17 yrs
- Advisory Council Member2006–2023
- Aug 2004–2011· 6 yrs 5 mos
- Teaching Fellow / Lead TAAug 2004–2011
- Aug 1998–Sep 2008· 10 yrs 1 mo
- Chief Technology OfficerMar 2005–Sep 2008
- Senior Architect, SoftwareJul 2003–Feb 2005
- Director, TechnologyJul 2000–Feb 2005
- Software Engineer / Systems Support2000–Jun 2000
- Actuarial Software EngineerAug 1998–Dec 1999
Education
Master of Science in Finance
International Finance
Hult International Business SchoolMaster of Business Administration (MBA)
International Business
Hult International Business SchoolHSK-2 Level
Chinese Studies
Huaxin Chinese Language School - 华 心 中文学校Certificate in Project Management
Information Technology Project Management
Servicio Nacional de Aprendizaje (SENA)Master's degree
Information Technology (Software Engineering / Information Management Systems)
Harvard UniversityB.S. Computer Sciences
Computer Sciences
Escuela Colombiana de Ingeniería Julio GaravitoElectronic Engineering / Mathematics
Pontificia Universidad Javeriana