RAUL AVILA CATALAN
Summary
A dynamic leader with a proven track record in steering transformative FinTech innovations and strategies. My extensive tenure across insurance, FinTech, and traditional banking landscapes positions me uniquely at the intersection of legacy finance and cutting-edge technology. I’ve championed an array of initiatives, from pioneering digital banking evolutions to orchestrating monumental FinTech integrations. My forte lies in directing cross-functional teams, orchestrating impactful M&A ventures, revitalizing operations, and charting out visionary banking technology roadmaps.A dynamic leader with a proven track record in steering transformative FinTech innovations and strategies. My extensive tenure across insurance, FinTech, and traditional banking landscapes positions me uniquely at the intersection of legacy finance and cutting-edge technology. I’ve championed an array of initiatives, from pioneering digital banking evolutions to orchestrating monumental FinTech integrations. My forte lies in directing cross-functional teams, orchestrating impactful M&A ventures, revitalizing operations, and charting out visionary banking technology roadmaps.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Entrepreneur, Founder
Excelerius SC, Excelerius
01.2010 - Current
- Designed and launched SaaS solutions for insurance agents, leading to an 80% increase in operational efficiency
- Led the transformation of Mozido into a leading mobile payment service provider, reaching five hundred small stores
- Spearheaded two successful M&A projects for Fintechs
- Delivered consulting services by leading systems implementation and integration of
- Banking-as-a-Service models for various financial institutions
- Embraced a forward-thinking approach, emphasizing using RPA and AI tools internally to deliver unparalleled service quality
- Designed a unique Robot-as-a-Service model that unburdens clients from the complexities of
- RPA
- With Excelerius, businesses no longer need to invest in software licenses or hire specialized staff to create bots
- Excelerius stands out by allowing clients to focus solely on receiving top-notch transactional services
- We handle the heavy lifting—maintaining infrastructure, support and ensuring continuous innovation in automation—freeing companies from operational hassles and overheads.
Chief Operations Officer
ABC Capital Bank
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Orchestrated the operational and technological transformation of ABC Capital Bank into a Digital
- Bank
- Played a pivotal role in the sale of the bank to an international Fintech, resulting in a 2X increase in valuation
- Managed daily banking operations, overseeing a team 30 and achieving operational efficiency.
Executive VP
AXA Seguros Mexico
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Championed a 3-year IT & business transformation plan with a $150 million investment, leading to a 50% increase in operational efficiency
- Successfully led the disengagement of the Bonding and Pension business unit, resulting in 10M in cost savings.
Chief Information Technology Officer
ING Group
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Executed a comprehensive IT transformation plan across multiple business units, achieving a improvement in system performance
- Led the IT & operations integration during the acquisition of Mexico's second-largest pension fund, completed in a record 3 months.
Chief Information Technology Officer
Seguros Monterrey New York Life, S.A. de C.V
02.1997 - 03.2005
- Oversaw IT and operations, leading a team of 900 people and achieving 12M in efficiency in underwriting, issuance, and premium collection processes
- Directed marketing strategies, product development, and P&L for new product launches, resulting in 40% growth in sales.
Chief Information Officer
IXE Bank
01.1994 - 01.1997
- Pioneered the business model for Mexico's first Internet bank, resulting in 15,000 high-end clients in the customer base in the first six months of operation
- As an Executive Committee member, advised on improving P&L, leading the implementation of foreign exchange line of business and factoring business.
Education
BA - Chemical Engineering, Mexico and Business Management
Skills
- Leadership
- Product development
- Banking Technology Implementation
- Large Project Management
- Business Development
- Operations Management
- M&A Strategy and Execution
- Fintech Models and Integration
- Product Launch and Management
- Information Technology & Strategy
- Intelligent process automation
Affiliations
- American Marketing Association
Work Availability
monday
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wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
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evening
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Quote
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Timeline
Chief Operations Officer
ABC Capital Bank
01.2019 - 01.2022
Entrepreneur, Founder
Excelerius SC, Excelerius
01.2010 - Current
Executive VP
AXA Seguros Mexico
01.2008 - 01.2010
Chief Information Technology Officer
ING Group
01.2006 - 01.2008
Chief Information Technology Officer
Seguros Monterrey New York Life, S.A. de C.V
02.1997 - 03.2005
Chief Information Officer
IXE Bank
01.1994 - 01.1997
BA - Chemical Engineering, Mexico and Business Management
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