Deborah De Castro
About Deborah De Castro
Deborah De Castro is the Vice President of Information Services at Jefferies LLC and an advisor at The Wagiya Foundation, with extensive experience in research, information, and knowledge management.
Vice President, Information Services at Jefferies LLC
Deborah De Castro has been serving as the Vice President of Information Services at Jefferies LLC since 2011 in New York, NY. In this role, she oversees the information services department, ensuring the provision of accurate and timely information for strategic decision-making. Her work supports various business functions by managing data and information systems to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
Founder and CEO of RIKPro
Since 2008, Deborah De Castro has been the Founder, CEO, and Chief Knowledging Facilitator at RIKPro, based in the Greater New York City Area. RIKPro focuses on leveraging knowledge management for business innovation and excellence. In her role, Deborah spearheads initiatives that enhance organizational knowledge flow and fosters an environment of continuous learning and improvement.
Knowledge Manager and Advisor at The Wagiya Foundation
Deborah De Castro is currently an Advisor, Knowledge Manager, and Project Manager at The Wagiya Foundation in Belize. She has been with the foundation since 2012, dedicating her efforts to the cultural and economic sustainability of the Garifuna people. Her responsibilities include managing the website, contributing to grant applications, and creating presentations to support community projects.
Educational Background
Deborah De Castro has a robust educational background including a Master of Science in Information Management from Stevens Institute of Technology, a Master of Library Science from Queens College, and a Bachelor of Science with a major in Economics and a minor in English from the New York Institute of Technology. Her comprehensive education has equipped her with a diverse skill set in information management and library science.
Volunteer Experience with SLA - New York Chapter
From 2010 to 2013, Deborah De Castro contributed her skills as a Joblog Coordinator at the SLA - New York Chapter. In this volunteer role, she was responsible for coordinating job postings and resources, helping professionals in the information services industry find employment opportunities.
Previous Research Positions
Deborah De Castro has held various research positions throughout her career. She worked as a Researcher at Jefferies & Company from 2006 to 2007, a Researcher at Marsh from 2003 to 2004, and a Summer Intern at Avaya in 2005. Additionally, she served as a Researcher at Rothschild from 2008 to 2009, where she utilized her skills in information and data analysis.
Self-employed as Research, Information & Knowledge Management Expert
Currently, Deborah De Castro also works as a self-employed Research, Information & Knowledge Management Expert. Since 1992, she has provided expert advisory and consulting services in information and knowledge management, helping organizations streamline their information processes and manage their data effectively.