Omar Larré
About Omar Larré
Omar Larré is a co-founder of Fintual, where he has worked since 2017. He has a background in finance and education, having held various positions at Itaú and Universidad de Chile, and has contributed significantly to Fintual's development and funding.
Work at Fintual
Omar Larré has been a co-founder of Fintual since 2017. In this role, he has played a significant part in the development of the company's app, which is designed to offer low management fees and tax-efficient retirement plans for Latin Americans. He transitioned from the position of Gerente General to Gerente de Inversiones at Fintual Administradora General de Fondos S.A. in October 2019. Larré has also contributed to the company's educational resources by writing articles for Fintual's help section and creating content focused on tax benefits for mutual funds.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before co-founding Fintual, Omar Larré held several positions at Itaú. He worked as a Market Risk Analyst for nine months in 2013, followed by a two-year tenure as a Fixed Income Portfolio Manager from 2014 to 2016. He then served as a Senior Portfolio Manager for one year until 2017. Additionally, he worked as a Research & Development Analyst at LVA Indices from 2012 to 2013. His extensive experience in finance has contributed to his expertise in investment management.
Education and Expertise
Omar Larré has a strong educational background in engineering and finance. He studied Applied Mathematics at Universidad de Chile, obtaining a Mathematical Engineering title equivalent to a master's degree from 2004 to 2010. He continued his studies at Universidad de Chile, achieving a Master’s in Operations Management from 2011 to 2012. Larré also participated in the Y Combinator Program in 2018, focusing on startup acceleration. His time as a Visiting Student at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 2011 further enhanced his academic credentials.
Teaching Experience
Omar Larré has experience in academia, having served as a lecturer at Universidad de Chile. He taught for five months in 2011 in the Facultad de Ciencias Físicas y Matemáticas and returned in 2019 for an additional four-month stint. His teaching roles reflect his commitment to sharing knowledge in the fields of finance and mathematics.
Venture Funding and Development
Omar Larré has been instrumental in securing venture funding for Fintual from notable firms such as Sequoia Capital, Kaszek Ventures, and ALLVP. His involvement in these funding efforts has been crucial for the growth and development of the company. Larré's expertise in finance and investment management has played a significant role in shaping Fintual's strategic direction.