Head of Product Management and Executive Recruiting

• Feb 2023 - Present

Career Coach & Executive Recruiter

• Sep 2021 - Feb 2023

Vice President North American Operations

• Mar 2021 - Aug 2021

With over 20 years of experience in the recruitment market, the Cataife Consulting Group has conducted projects throughout North and Latin America across a great variety of segments. Our multicultural team of executives and consultants strives to maintain long-term relationships with both clients and candidates alike, upholding a set of principles that continue to differentiate our company. We value respect, ethics and transparency. We work in a dynamic environment, develop high-value partnerships, and are committed to providing the highest standards of excellence in our sector Show less

Director of Staffing for IT, Banking and Finance

• Jul 2020 - Mar 2021

Banking, IT, Financial & Advisory Services

Executive Recruiter-Banking, IT, Financial & Advisory Services

• Jun 2019 - Jul 2020

Product Manager

• May 2016 - Apr 2020

Ticketlabel-provides a hosted platform to market, manage, and process high-volume ticket sales in real-time in a multi-language, multi-currency environment. It serves live-event venues and international event organizers. • Managed/Built and international delivery team composed of a scrum master, 3 developers and 2 QA's within an agile environment under JIRA epics, stories, and sprints- enabling all App features during product management feedback from end users and early adopters • Executed/concluded 2 major partnerships with the University of Tampa and Tampa Innovation Alliance bringing Ticketlabel growth of 20% on sales revenue • Managed Global Sales, Marketing plan and Business Development relationships for Ticketlabel US/Latin America. • Conducted Market Research analysis on competition, industry trends and R&D • Directed and coordinated activities with partners, clients and sales team globally • Reported all proposals to Founders and suggested educated business advice based on facts and market data for better decision making • Implemented company structure, policies, and procedures along financial projections for future sales growth • Closed an editorial deal with Global.Village WORLD publishing company naming Ticketlabel Tampa’s most innovative tech company in entertainment for 2019 Show less

AML & Financial Crimes Intelligence Unit

• Oct 2017 - Jun 2019

• Conducted research utilizing Oracle Mantas systems, databases, and the internet, consistent with the resolution of financial investigations. • Documented and reporting the investigation findings in the case management system and preparing reports to management as required • Developed metrics and reporting measures as directed and reporting results to management. • Dispositioned potential negative media alerts to identify whether a true match to a prospective or existing client and escalate, as appropriate to Management. • Abided by policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations related to money laundering included in the US PATRIOT Act, BSA, OFAC and the SEC. • Mentored colleagues/peers on internal AML policies, rules and regulations. • Maintained currency in laws and regulations pertaining to Anti-Money laundering compliance. Show less

Global AML Compliance Investigator

• Sep 2014 - Oct 2017

• Earned Top Performer Award 2015 recognition of outstanding performance and Quality on Global AML Risk Assessments by CITI’s NAM and LATAM Operations management team. • Selected to be part of the FIU End to End Global AML project to be launched globally while actively providing proactive solutions on live AML risk assessments, identifying project drawbacks, and providing process improvement feedback to the AML Global management team. • Coached, trained and encouraged best risk assessments practices to over 10 research assistants (RA’s) for efficient productivity outcomes and accurate AML risk assessments, documentation and submission in line with regulatory financial authorities. • Investigated and performed KYC check process analysis in over 4,000+ submitted Anti Money Laundering risk assessments through Actimize systems within Service level agreements deadlines. • Maintained AML case assessment submission accuracy and quality above 98% • Trained and submitted Suspicious Activity Reports (SARS) through FINCEN’s SAR Database for successful AML risk mitigation and national reporting to be used for national law enforcement entities. • Experienced in AML/BSA sanctions controls, USA PATRIOT Act, OFAC and OCC rules and regulations through demanded on-site training with a 100% pass rate and daily accurate AML case reviews. • Accumulated facts from closed and escalated AML investigations to be utilized in presentations to Senior Management, other CITI departments and third party audits. Show less

Project Manager-Business Econmic Loss Consultant

• Mar 2012 - Nov 2014

• Developed key successful local business partnerships with a proven track record value exceeding $6 million USD in business economic loss claims within the Deep Water Horizon’s Claims Network. • Represented CCS in the RE/MAX International IT training event through Florida’s Panhandle generating over $3 million USD in processed Claims within Deep Water Horizon’s settlement court upon project completion. • Submitted 100% accurate financials statements, trend analysis, and court’s required documentation helping more than 300 qualified businesses and business owners in West Florida’s affected geographies. • Managed a group of 3 consultants within the department working in three special projects consisting of Real Estate, Retail and Financial services customers. • Coordinated Special Projects department group meetings, schedules, follow up’s, conference calls and upper management presentation reports and project initiation, ongoing measures and completion. • Performed audits to track non-compliance factors conflicting with rules and regulations demanded by the Deep Water Horizon Settlement Court. Show less

Account Operations Manager

• Jun 2006 - Mar 2012

• Provided high level of accountability and dedication to excellent customer service • Coached and instructed employees on safe, reliable and efficient parking transportation services to customers in public and private events. • Managed day-to-day operations and monitored general business operations to ensure compliance with company guidelines. • Managed revenue recognition and reporting for the corporate accounts in Downtown Tampa. • Managed Payroll and employee cost effective strategies • Participated in weekly forecast meetings with high level management from all departments • Developed expertise in Hotel management strategic transportation services and customer service. Show less