gennius.xyz - Building Human-to-Human technologies | Icebreaker

gennius.xyz - Building Human-to-Human technologies | Icebreaker

Members

Rodrigo McCarthy

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As a senior international executive with over 20 years of experience in the payments industry, I have gained valuable insights from working for both a large Fortune 500 company for 13 years and in Fintech for over 7 years. I have had the privilege to work on both the issuer and acquiring businesses, as well as possess a clear grasp of how new technologies and channels are shaping the marketplace. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong ability to build and organize teams, increase effectiveness and productivity, and foster communication and alignment among cross-functional teams. Areas of strength encompass: • Progressive Leadership Spearheading Transformational Change • Strategic Planner, Cultural and Change Steward, and Operational Expert • Program Awareness, Project Leadership and Change Management Initiatives • Organizational Design/Development, Business Process Improvement and Reengineering Efforts • Staff/Talent Management and Employee Engagement • Meeting/Exceeding Budget, Revenue and ROI Goals with full Fiscal Accountability • Trilingual: Fluent in English, Portuguese & Spanish I am an innovative leader who serves as a strategic business partner and cultural change champion. I have proven success in being a catalyst for change and a driver of results that improve processes and operations while generating bottom line savings bearing full P&L accountability. I possess excellent communication skills with an ability to collaborate with peers, key stakeholders and clients globally, as well as build consensus among business units navigating across organizational, cultural and geographic boundaries. Outstanding mentor, coach, and motivator that encourages independent thinking and inspires exceptionalism in others.

Andrés NAVARRE

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Results-driven Manager with over 20 years of experience in leading cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects in the technology industry. Exceptional in building relationships, excellent oral and written communications, leadership, and outstanding analytical skills to meet objectives. Passionate about strategic development, data analytics and growth in the digital economy. Strategist in new technologies adoption and digital transformation. Entrepreneur | Go-to-Market | Project Management | Strategic Decision Making | Data Analysis | Prioritization| Forecasting, and Simulations | Social and Financial Inclusion | CBDC | Digital Assets | Government |Interested in digital inclusion and purpose driven endeavors.

Gonzalo Alberto Diamend

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Head of QA at Gennius XYZ

Ruben Salazar Genovez

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Ruben is the CEO of Gennius XYZ and the Chairman of the Board at TerraPay, two pivotal roles that position him at the forefront in the global payments ecosystem. As CEO of Gennius XYZ, he drives strategic growth by leveraging technology to create future-ready solutions that redefine digital engagement. At TerraPay, he steers the company’s mission to build a seamless global payments ecosystem, connecting diverse money movement networks and alternative payment methods. His leadership spans global expansion, corporate strategy, operational excellence, and fostering new business lines while enhancing payments infrastructure. With nearly three decades in financial services, Ruben has an established track record in revenue generation, commercial strategy, and product innovation. He is widely acknowledged for delivering transformative solutions to complex challenges. Before TerraPay, Ruben was instrumental in shaping Visa’s global payments strategy. As the Global Head of Visa Direct, he led significant expansions, enhancing the platform’s reach and profitability. His vision unlocked new revenue streams and Visa’s leadership in digital payments. As SVP of Products, Processing & Innovation for Latin America and the Caribbean, Ruben drove platform transformation by integrating cutting-edge technologies such as tokens and NFC to foster innovation. Earlier, as Head of Product Design & Development for Visa Asia Pacific, he enhanced efficiency and user experience by seamlessly incorporating new digital capabilities. At Mastercard Worldwide, Ruben was key to establishing the brand as a leader in the affluent consumer segment. As Head of Consumer Products for Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa, he achieved remarkable growth through tailored strategies and a keen understanding of diverse markets. During his tenure at Barclays and Barclaycard, Ruben showcased resilience and strategic acumen while managing operations in Spain and Portugal amid Western Europe’s economic uncertainty. He successfully navigated mergers and acquisitions, keeping the business resilient and forward-looking. Ruben’s career began at Citigroup Latin America, where he gained foundational experience in card business management, partnerships, M&A, cobrands, marketing, and general management. Beyond traditional leadership, Ruben’s portfolio of patents highlights his pioneering role in user-centric product innovation. Ruben’s dual roles at Gennius XYZ and TerraPay underscore his dedication to shaping the future of financial services through technology, innovation, and strategic leadership.

Felipe Andres Munoz Castro

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Industrial Engineer with a Master's in Marketing and Management. Proven expertise in leading product categories, business units, and operations within top telecommunications, technology, and Fintech companies in LATAM. Adept at converting insights and data into strategic plans, driving product innovation, spearheading digital transformation, and crafting marketing strategies to achieve business growth. Experienced in leading multicultural teams across various roles, with a solid track record of living and working in multiple LATAM countries.