I am an experienced executive with 30 years of experience in finance, strategy, and business transformation and a solid foundation in executive leadership as a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Chief Strategy Officer (CSO).
Throughout my career in various companies, I have guided one through an IPO, set up and scaled shared services, championed ERP implementation, and played a key role in
building culture, initiating strategic change, and mentoring leaders.
I’ve had the privilege of mentoring promising young leaders, some of whom I’ve guided to take on senior executive roles. In my personal life, I’m proud to have raised four daughters who are leaders in their respective fields.
Founder and Digital Transformation Consultant
Present
As an independent consultant, I focus on digital transformation and change management. I work closely with business leaders and teams to simplify complex processes, foster innovation, and create sustainable strategies for growth.
I am also a certified digital transformation professional and am very much interested in partnering with both private businesses and government entities in implementing innovative digital strategies and business model innovation.
An advocate of leadership development and learning, I am also passionate about coaching and mentoring which I continue to do. I apply a structured methodology having been trained as a Certified Professional Coach by the Coach Transformation Academy and a Certified Master Mentor (CMM) by the International Mentoring Council (IMC).
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) & Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)
1996 – 2024
I held executive roles as CFO and CSO in various industries, leading corporate finance, strategy, and largescale transformation projects across various sectors. My expertise includes financial planning, resource allocation, and overseeing strategic initiatives to drive growth and efficiency within organizations. I advocate and champion growth and constant innovation and reinvention of business models and practices. As a CSO, I have taken leadership of other functional areas such as Human Resources and Strategic IT as well. Among my noteworthy achievements include being part of the pioneering leadership in a global shared service, leading the international public offering (IPO) of a reputable local company, championing the first to adopt and one of the shortest ERP implementations in the Philippines, and building an independent shared services company.
Government Sector Experience
1989-1994
I worked extensively with government organizations as part of the Department of Finance (Ministry) and have been involved in various engagements with the Philippine Cabinet, Congress as well as international organizations such as the IMF and the World Bank. I was part of the Philippines entry into the global bond market through it first Eurobond issuance.