Pedro Pineda
About Pedro Pineda
Pedro Pineda is the CEO of Fintual, where he has worked since 2016. He has a diverse background in technology and education, having held positions at Oracle, Sequoia Capital, and Y Combinator, and has co-founded a notable startup in Chile.
Current Role at Fintual
Pedro Pineda serves as the CEO of Fintual, a position he has held since 2016. Under his leadership, Fintual has focused on providing innovative financial solutions and investment services. His role involves overseeing the company's strategic direction and ensuring alignment with market trends and customer needs.
Previous Experience at Oracle
Pedro Pineda worked at Oracle from 2008 to 2010, where he held the position of eTalent for two years. He later transitioned to the role of VAD Manager at Oracle for a brief period of three months in 2009. His experience at Oracle contributed to his understanding of technology and business operations.
Involvement with Y Combinator
Pedro Pineda has been involved with Y Combinator since 2018 as part of the S18 batch. This experience has allowed him to engage with a network of startups and entrepreneurs, fostering innovation and growth within the tech ecosystem.
Educational Background
Pedro Pineda studied at Universidad de Chile, where he earned multiple degrees, including Licenciado en Geofísica, Ingeniero Civil Industrial, and Licenciado en Astronomía between 2001 and 2008. He also pursued further studies in Art/Art Studies at Museo de Arte Contemporáneo y Universidad de Chile, achieving a Diplomado de Extensión en Artes Visuales in 2018. Additionally, he studied at Universitat de Barcelona in 2007.
Advisory Role at UNESCO
From 2014 to 2019, Pedro Pineda served as a member of the UNESCO Netexplo Advisory Board while working at Netexplo Observatory. This role involved advising on the intersection of technology and society, contributing to discussions on digital innovation and its implications.