We Connect
& Transform
We are a technology company that brings together digital solutions and businesses in the financial world and beyond. Our platform, 4wrd, accelerates digital transformation and open banking, facilitating different use cases and new business opportunities.
Vision
Connect the world, digital solutions for all.
Our Guiding Behaviors
We collaborate by blending experience, expertise and experimentation in a shared and diverse multigenerational ecosystem.
- Show a positive “Let’s do it!” attitude
- Collaborate inside and outside own team
- Pivot fast when needed, learning from experience
- Committed to FinConecta’s mission to connect the world
- Foster the success of FinConecta’s clients and partners
- Be accessible, listen carefully, high-quality interactions, build positive relationships
People 4wrd Strategy
Culture
Business growth, pivoting, “connectors”. Align external and internal communication.
Leadership
Growth mindset, behaviors to mobilize the organization to grow, pivot, and connect.
Talent
Attract and develop talent that maximizes company’s valuation and delivers business strategy.
Organizational Design
A flexible based-on-competences organization that enables pivoting and reassembly of teams as necessary.
Meet Our Team
A startup with 300+ years of combined experience
Jorge has also founded and led businesses in the investment, insurance, and retail industries. He is a founding member of Challenge me now a social network dedicated to personal achievement while helping charity organizations raise funds and a co-author of the Fintech Book.
Jorge holds a degree in Finance from the University of Texas, and has been recently selected as an Endeavor Entrepreneur.
He holds a Master in Business Administration from IAE Business School of Austral University.
Duilio speaks Spanish, English and Italian.
She started her career in Marketing and PR where she led successful launches of financial products for the most important financial group in Bolivia. She then moved to an international career with Citi, heading trade finance/services for various industries. Lastly, she decided to return to the academia supporting educational programs in Colombia.
Karina is now embarking in a new venture, leveraging her knowledge and expertise now in the fascinating world of FinTech.
Karina holds a degree in Economics from Grinnell College.
Before joining FinConecta, Yolanda spent five years immersed in the Bolivian Financial System working for Banco Bisa S.A., focusing in commercial and retail banking, as well as risk management. Starting as Credit Assistant for retail banking, she dedicated herself to credit analysis and customer relationship management. As a Portfolio Evaluation Officer, she was in charge of mitigating the credit risk of the bank’s credit operations nationwide.
Yolanda believes in kindness and collaboration; and feels committed to contribute to a more connected world
executive positions in different Financial Institutions in Bolivia and was a permanent member of boards related to the
financial sector. Javier has more than 10 years of experience in Fintech in the region, mainly in the development of Real
Time Payments Ecosystem, commercialization of P2P, P2M products and oversaw the commercial deployment of
different digital solutions in the Latin American market. Javier holds a bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and
a Master’s Degree in Corporate Finance from the Catholic University in collaboration with the Harvard Institute for
Development (HIID).
Based in Bolivia, she works enthusiastically knowing a more connected world is a better world.
Lucia possesses strong language skills, being fluent in both English and Spanish. She is currently dedicated to mastering the French language, showcasing her commitment to continuous self-improvement. She firmly believes that ongoing education is the cornerstone of personal and professional development.
Prior to joining Finconecta, Lucia has had diverse professional experiences, including a role in a mining company. Moreover, she is the co-founder of a software development company, reflecting her entrepreneurial spirit and innovative mindset. Her passion for collaboration and her ability to thrive in team-oriented environments make her a valuable asset to any project or organization she is a part of.
He has more than 18 years working in the IT industry, in different sectors, such as banks, insurance companies, tourism companies and educational companies.
Also Mauricio is an active member of Dojo Coding, a Latin American community of Web3 technology enthusiasts where he actively engages in networking through bootcamps, conferences, and international events organized by Ethereum and other leading ecosystems in the field.
She has a postgraduate degree in Applied Data Science, obtained from the Austral University.
With expertise in inventory control, fleet supervision, and quality assurance, he has delivered measurable results, including achieving “World Class” delivery productivity indicators and advancing sustainability initiatives. Andrés excels in automation and productivity platforms, and SAP systems, leveraging these skills alongside analytical thinking and strategic problem-solving to deliver impactful solutions. Passionate about innovation and continuous improvement, Andrés is dedicated to fostering success in dynamic, high-stakes environments.
As an entrepreneur with experience in various business ventures, he blends technical expertise with a strategic mindset to deliver practical and scalable solutions. Fluent in Spanish, English, and German, Andrés is also a dedicated mentor, inspiring creativity and innovation in future tech leaders. He is driven by a passion for solving real-world challenges through technology.
Our investors
FinConecta is backed by various important organizations worldwide. These include: Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), The Venture City (private equity fund), and private investors.
Members of the Board
Jorge has also founded and led businesses in the investment, insurance, and retail industries. He is a founding member of Challenge me now a social network dedicated to personal achievement while helping charity organizations raise funds and a co-author of the Fintech Book.
Jorge holds a degree in Finance from the University of Texas, and has been recently selected as an Endeavor Entrepreneur.
Betty sits on the board of Molson Coors Brewing Company (NYSE: TAP), where she sits on the audit committee. She holds a Bachelor of Science from St John’s University, a CEO Certificate from the Wharton-KMA in South Korea and is a certified director from the Institute of Corporate Directors, University of Toronto.
Advisors
He has extensive experience in design, development, and implementation of global customer-centric solutions and with multicultural team leadership. His portfolio is composed by over 140 strategic initiatives at IBM, Citibank, FedEx, Shinsei Bank, Singapore Airlines, amongst others.
Mauricio holds a Computer Science degree from the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro, and has been recently selected as an Endeavor Entrepreneur.
He holds a Master’s in Finance (Cum Laude) from Rijksuniversiteit Groningen and is currently focused on completing a Master’s Degree in Digital Currency from the University of Nicosia. Martijn speaks five languages.
She has a degree in Psychology from the University of Belgrano (Argentina) and a Certification in Human Resources from Cornell University. She is also a certified Executive Coach, Agile SCRUM Master, Coach and Trainer, and has studies in MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Relief) at the University of Massachusetts.
Sustainable Development Goals 2030 (SDG)
We pledge to be a “Protector of Progress”!
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) are an ambitious, yet achievable group of objectives that, when attained by the year 2030, will certainly make the world a much better place for all. The 17 SDG can be grouped into six “essential elements”: dignity, people, planet, prosperity, justice, and partnership.
Our plan towards SDG 2030 will impact mostly those goals related to dignity and prosperity, by focusing on our commitment to financial inclusion and access for all.