Experience
Summary: Hands‑on IT executive with a track record of solving complex problems, building high‑performing teams, and aligning tech with business outcomes.
IFDS / SS&C Technologies — VP, Product Engineering (2015–Present)
Revitalized an underperforming organization and led a digital transformation: modern SDLC, Agile at scale, SaaS engineering practices, AI/ML and cloud adoption, and robust security across apps and infra.
Dentsu‑Aegis / Isobar — VP, Technology & Innovation (2013–2015)
Led research and innovation in digital media; integrated new tech, optimized systems, and delivered business‑shaping solutions. Directed strategy, architecture, development, and operations.
Earlier Roles (1998–2013)
- Systemgroup Consulting — Executive Consulting (2013)
- Manulife — AVP Corporate IT, Strategic Initiatives (2012–2013)
- Bank of Montreal — Head of Technology / Managing Director (2010–2012)
- Global Payments — Sr. Application Development Manager (2009–2010)
- Microsoft — Consultant → Architect → Client Director (2000–2009)
- CGI — Solution Architect / PM / Portfolio Manager (1998–2000)
Education
Polytechnic University of Bucharest — B.Sc. Electronics Telecommunications
Tech & Training
AI/ML, Cloud, Cybersecurity, Mobile (Swift/Kotlin), Python, Java, .NET; CCMP, PMP, MSF, MCSD, OOAD/UML & Design Patterns.