Cecilia Torres
About Cecilia Torres
Cecilia Torres serves as the VP of M&A for Western Europe at Forterro, bringing extensive international experience in the technology sector and a strong background in corporate development and project leadership.
Current Role at Forterro
Cecilia Torres serves as the Vice President of Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) for Western Europe at Forterro. She has held this position since 2023, operating from Paris, Île-de-France, France. In her role, she focuses on corporate development and strategic initiatives that drive growth and value for the organization.
Previous Experience in Corporate Development
Before joining Forterro, Cecilia Torres held various significant positions in corporate development. She worked at Platform.sh as Vice President of Corporate Development from 2022 to 2023. Prior to that, she was the Head of Corporate Development at AXIO Data Group from 2013 to 2017 in London, where she focused on delivering value through effective project leadership.
International Experience in Finance and M&A
Cecilia Torres has a broad international background in the technology sector, with extensive experience in finance and mergers and acquisitions. She has worked in diverse locations including Boston, London, Lisbon, and Paris. Her roles have included Associate in Investment Banking at Deutsche Bank and Manager in TMT M&A at KPMG Corporate Finance.
Education and Academic Background
Cecilia Torres holds a Master's degree in International Business and Finance from Université Paris Dauphine - PSL, which she completed in 2005. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in Finance from the same institution in 2004. Additionally, she participated in an exchange program at Boston University in 2003.
Skills in Project Leadership and Negotiation
Cecilia Torres possesses strong skills in contract negotiation, particularly in the context of M&A transactions. She has a proven track record of managing cross-functional teams to achieve goals within tight timelines, demonstrating her capability in delivering significant value for stakeholders through effective project leadership.