Alessandro Colarusso
About Alessandro Colarusso
Alessandro Colarusso serves as the Chief of Staff of Technology & Operations at Lombard Odier Group and has held various roles in academia and the financial sector over a career spanning several decades.
Current Role at Lombard Odier
Alessandro Colarusso serves as the Chief of Staff of Technology & Operations at Lombard Odier Group since 2019. In this role, he oversees the integration of technology and operational strategies within the organization. His responsibilities include ensuring that technological advancements align with the operational goals of the firm, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in service delivery.
Experience at Lombard Odier Group
Colarusso has a significant history with Lombard Odier Group, having previously held the position of Chief Operating Officer at Lombard Odier (Europe) SA from 2015 to 2019. Additionally, he worked as the Head of IT Audit from 1998 to 2015. His extensive experience within the firm has contributed to his understanding of both operational and technological frameworks.
Academic Background
Alessandro Colarusso has a robust academic background in engineering and finance. He earned a Diplôme d'ingénieur EPFL in Communication Systems from École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne from 1987 to 1992. He also studied at Université de Genève, where he obtained a Certificat en gestion quantitative de portefeuille in Finance from 2007 to 2008. Furthermore, he achieved the Certified Information System Auditor (CISA) designation from the Information Systems Audit and Control Association in 2001.
Teaching Role at Université de Genève
Colarusso has been involved in academia as an Intervenant ponctuel at Université de Genève since 2000. He also serves as a member of the scientific committee at the same institution since 2014. His engagement in these roles reflects his commitment to education and knowledge sharing in the fields of technology and operations.
Previous Professional Experience
Before his tenure at Lombard Odier, Colarusso worked at UBP - Union Bancaire Privée as Head of Telecommunications from 1995 to 1998. He also served as a Research Assistant in the Telecommunications Lab at EPFL from 1992 to 1994. His diverse professional experiences have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of telecommunications and operational management.