Carlos Rodríguez Cabrera
About Carlos Rodríguez Cabrera
Carlos Rodríguez Cabrera serves as the GTM Readiness Lead at Chainlink Labs, bringing extensive experience in strategy, innovation, and business development from previous roles at Geoban SA and Grupo Oesía. He possesses a strong background in financial services and technology, with a focus on operational excellence and bridging the gap between technology and business operations.
Current Role at Chainlink Labs
Carlos Rodríguez Cabrera serves as the GTM Readiness Lead at Chainlink Labs, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on go-to-market strategies and operational readiness, contributing to the company's initiatives in the blockchain space. His work involves aligning product offerings with market needs and ensuring that the organization is prepared for successful product launches.
Previous Experience at Geoban SA - Grupo Santander
Carlos worked at Geoban SA - Grupo Santander in two significant roles. From 2009 to 2011, he served as a Strategy, Innovation and Business Development Consultant at Banco Santander Financial City in Boadilla del Monte, Madrid. Prior to that, from 2007 to 2009, he was the Treasury Area Manager for OTC Derivatives in San Sebastian de los Reyes, Madrid. His experience in these positions contributed to his expertise in financial services and strategic development.
Education and Expertise in Blockchain
Carlos has a strong educational background in management and finance, having earned a Bachelor of Business & Economics from CUNEF, Universidad Complutense from 1991 to 1996. He further specialized in blockchain technology, completing a Specialization Course at ICEMD from 2017 to 2018 and the Blockchain Strategy Programme at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford from 2019 to 2020. His studies have equipped him with a deep understanding of trust and trustless systems within Distributed Ledger Technologies.
Diverse Professional Background
Carlos has a diverse background across various industries, including financial services and Smart Cities. His career includes roles such as Digital Product & Corporate Alliances Manager at Grupo Oesía from 2020 to 2022 and Sales Executive at RBS Markets and International Banking in London from 2000 to 2001. He also served as Supervisor of Treasury and Derivatives Operations at National Westminster Bank from 1998 to 2000. This breadth of experience has allowed him to bridge the gap between technology and business operations effectively.
Focus on Operational Excellence
Carlos has a strong focus on incentive mechanics and operational excellence. He emphasizes promoting quality and value creation in both collaborative and non-collaborative environments. His approach involves aligning internal constraints with customer expectations, ensuring that organizations can effectively meet market demands while maintaining operational efficiency.