Javier Cortes Angel
About Javier Cortes Angel
Javier Cortes Angel serves as the CFO and COO at Lang.ai, bringing extensive experience in finance and operations from his roles at various companies including PwC and Instacart. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Universitat Politècnica de València and Université Côte d'Azur, and is known for his strong interpersonal skills and interest in leveraging technology for business development.
Work at Lang.ai
Javier Cortes Angel serves as the CFO and COO at Lang.ai, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the financial and operational aspects of the company. His focus includes leveraging customer experience data through AI platforms to enhance business processes. His extensive background in finance and operations supports his contributions to the company's strategic initiatives.
Professional Experience
Javier Cortes Angel has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He began his career at PwC in Valencia, Spain, where he served as an Associate from 2004 to 2007. He later advanced to a Manager position at PwC in San Francisco Bay Area from 2010 to 2015. He also held the role of Controller at Instacart from 2015 to 2017, and subsequently became the Head of Finance at Instacart from 2017 to 2019. His tenure at Flexport included positions as CoS to the CEO and VP of Corporate Operations from 2019 to 2023, as well as Head of Strategic Finance for a brief period in 2019.
Education and Expertise
Javier Cortes Angel studied Business Administration and Management at Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from 1999 to 2005. He also studied at Université Côte d'Azur, achieving a BBA in Business Administration and Management from 2003 to 2004. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in financial reporting, internal controls, and operational management.
Interpersonal Skills and Interests
Javier possesses exceptional interpersonal skills, which contribute to effective teamwork and collaboration in various business environments. He has a strong interest in leveraging new technologies for business development, particularly in operationalizing customer experience data through AI platforms. His bilingual abilities enhance his capacity to manage international business relationships, making him a valuable asset in global operations.
Current Roles and Ventures
In addition to his role at Lang.ai, Javier Cortes Angel is also a Founding Partner at Gate 93 Ventures, a position he has held since 2016. He has been actively involved in the California - Spain Chamber of Commerce as Vice President since 2020. His current roles reflect his commitment to fostering business growth and innovation within the technology and finance sectors.