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Omar S. — Senior Digital Transformation Executive from United States

Omar S.

Senior Digital Transformation Executive

United States 6+ years
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Omar V. is a distinguished Global Digital Transformation Executive with over 25 years of experience orchestrating enterprise strategy, digital modernization, and technology innovation across diverse sectors such as financial services, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, and technology. As a Chief Digital Officer and Chief Information Officer, he has played pivotal roles in advising C-suite leaders, managing portfolios exceeding $250 million, and scaling consulting organizations to deliver substantial growth, operational efficiency, and swift innovation globally. An Executive Scholar in AI and Digital Transformation from Northwestern University and an Executive MBA holder in Corporate Finance from the University of São Paulo, Omar has a profound understanding of Artificial Intelligence, machine learning, predictive analytics, and advanced computing architectures. He has successfully piloted AI capabilities with platforms from Microsoft, Google, and OpenAI, significantly enhancing enterprise operations. His leadership tenure includes roles at UST, smartShift Technologies, NTT DATA, Deloitte, and Razorfish, where he drove profound transformations and launched digital initiatives generating massive business value. Fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, Omar’s strategic prowess is further endorsed by certifications in AI Transformation Leadership, Six Sigma, and Agile methodologies.

Experience

  • Vice President, Business Transformation & Global Head of Business Agility

    UST · 2015 — 2025
    Held executive responsibility for global transformation portfolios exceeding $150M. Acted as a trusted advisor to CIOs, CTOs, and executive leaders across notable Fortune 500 organizations. Directed programs across nine countries, impacting over 50,000 employees. Achieved operational improvements between 30-50% and accelerated time-to-market by over 70%. Mentored teams of 85+ consultants while establishing governance, OKRs, and execution frameworks.
  • Founding CIO & Chief Product Officer

    Startup Leadership · 2013 — 2015
    Co-founded a compliance SaaS company and developed its technology platform from concept to scale. Defined product strategy, architecture, and operating model. Enabled $17M in Series A/B funding and implemented DevSecOps and Lean product operating models.
  • Global CIO & Digital Officer

    smartShift Technologies · 2013 — 2015
    Led enterprise cloud and SAP transformations across North America, Europe, and India. Managed post-merger carve-outs and S/4HANA modernization initiatives. Built professional services organizations focused on operational excellence while enhancing scalability and security for multinational clients.
  • Digital Transformation Executive

    NTT DATA · 2009 — 2013
    Oversaw modernization, analytics, and omnichannel initiatives for public and financial institutions. Built and scaled Agile Center’s of Excellence and NextGen delivery centers, while directing multimillion-dollar portfolios across North America and Europe. Focused on accelerating delivery speed and increasing organizational productivity.
  • Vice President, Digital Transformation

    Deloitte / Razorfish · 1999 — 2013
    Led transformation programs in the banking and finance sectors. Established innovation centers and global delivery hubs. Launched digital channels that generated over $100M in business value, while developing professional services capabilities in Japan and Brazil.
  • Director, Board of Advisors

    Eminent Style · 1999 — 2003
    Guided the strategic eCommerce direction of the company and promoted innovation. Supported growth initiatives and operational scaling to maintain organizational competitiveness.
  • Managing Director, Enterprise Portfolio Strategy & Transformation

    ABN AMRO Bank & Bridgewater Associates · 1994 — 1999
    Partnered with the Treasurer, Controller, and Hedge Fund organizations to align strategy, investment decisions, and execution. Established portfolio governance and executive reporting frameworks while supporting enterprise planning and risk management.
  • Academic AI Research

    Universidade de São Paulo (Escola Politécnica), Brazil · 1993 — 1998
    Designed a Dynamic AI-Enabled Cross-Compiler Framework for Multi-Computer Architectures. Conducted advanced research in intelligent distributed computing by designing an AI-enabled framework for optimizing execution across heterogeneous computing environments.
  • MBA Research Advanced Analytics and Quantitative Finance Research

    Universidade de São Paulo (FEA), Brazil · 1998 — Present
    Conducted advanced research in quantitative finance and predictive analytics to enhance risk modeling for fixed income portfolios through the development of dedicated analytical frameworks.

Skills & Expertise

Education

  • Executive Scholar in AI and Digital Transformation
    Northwestern University – Kellogg School of Management
  • MBA Corporate Finance
    University of São Paulo
  • Master of Science in Computer Science
    University of São Paulo
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
    University of São Paulo