Sara Ricardo
About Sara Ricardo
Sara Ricardo is the Head of Business Intelligence & Analytics APAC at Asurion, leading a diverse team across Singapore, Australia, and the Philippines since 2021.
Head Of Business Intelligence & Analytics APAC
Sara Ricardo currently holds the position of Head of Business Intelligence & Analytics APAC at Asurion. She has been in this role since 2021 and is based in Singapore. In this capacity, she leads a diverse team of managers and analysts across multiple regions, including Singapore, Australia, and the Philippines. Sara is deeply involved in pioneering the integration of AI and machine learning technologies to enhance recurring analytics processes. She also plays a key role in designing and maintaining a comprehensive reporting suite that supports timely business decision-making.
Senior Pricing and Commercial Manager SEA at Asurion
Before her current role, Sara Ricardo served as the Senior Pricing and Commercial Manager for SEA at Asurion from 2019 to 2021 in Singapore. During this period, she was responsible for pricing strategies and commercial management within the SEA region, contributing significantly to the company's financial growth and stability.
Educational Background
Sara Ricardo has a strong academic background in finance and business. She received her MBA from INSEAD, graduating in 2018. Prior to that, she completed a Master's degree in Finance from Universidade Nova de Lisboa, from 2009 to 2011. Sara also participated in an Erasmus exchange program at Università Commerciale 'Luigi Bocconi' from 2008 to 2009. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Economics from Universidade Nova de Lisboa, graduating in 2009.
Professional Experience in Finance and Analytics
Sara Ricardo has amassed extensive professional experience in finance and analytics. Before her tenure at Asurion, she worked at Medtronic as a Project Manager in Finance during 2018. She also held finance-related roles at Omega Pharma, a division of Perrigo, including Finance Manager, Senior Finance Analyst, and Finance Analyst between 2015 and 2017 in London. Additionally, Sara has experience as a Financial Advisor to the Portuguese Government and as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Urban Match.
Early Career at HAITONG
Sara Ricardo began her professional journey as a Structured Products Financial Analyst at HAITONG, where she worked from 2010 to 2012 in Lisbon. In this role, she developed her foundational skills in finance and analytics, which have been integral to her subsequent career growth.
Collaboration and Reporting
In her current role, Sara Ricardo facilitates collaboration between IT and business stakeholders to ensure the accurate and punctual delivery of business requirements. She focuses on creating effective reports and dashboards, which are essential for data-driven decision-making and strategic initiatives.