Natalia Velez
About Natalia Velez
Natalia Velez is an International Tax Director at Riot Games, where she has worked since 2019. She has extensive experience in international tax and legal consulting, having held various positions in the U.S. and Latin America, and is also the CEO and Co-founder of Disrupt3rs.
Work at Riot Games
Natalia Velez has served as the International Tax Director at Riot Games since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing international tax strategies and compliance for the company, which is based in Los Angeles, California. Her expertise in international tax and transfer pricing supports Riot Games' global operations and strategic initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Natalia Velez holds multiple degrees and certifications. She earned her Law Degree (Abogada) from Universidad de Los Andes from 2002 to 2006. She furthered her education with a Master's Degree in Taxation from Boston University in 2012-2013 and completed a postgraduate degree in Commercial Law at Universidad de Los Andes in 2009-2010. Additionally, she attended Harvard Business School for a course in Strategic Negotiations in 2011. Her educational background supports her specialization in international tax and transfer pricing.
Background
Natalia Velez has a diverse professional background in international tax and legal consulting. She began her career as an Associate at Posse, Herrera & Ruiz Abogados in Bogotá, Colombia, from 2006 to 2007. She then served as Legal Director for Latin America at Mecánicos Asociados S.A.S. from 2008 to 2012. After moving to the U.S., she worked at RSM US LLP in various roles, including International Tax Manager and Senior Manager, before becoming an International Tax Partner at MGO. Her experience spans multiple countries and industries.
Achievements
Natalia Velez co-founded Disrupt3rs in 2022, a company aimed at guiding entrepreneurs in the creative industry towards business success through financial literacy and innovative technology tools. She has also been involved in business process and contract automation since 2008. Her role as corporate secretary for a Dutch multinational company allowed her to lead contract negotiations and manage corporate, tax, and employment law matters in Latin America.
Language and Licenses
Natalia Velez is fluent in both English and Spanish, which enhances her ability to operate in diverse environments. She is licensed to practice law in Colombia since 2007 and in New York since 2015. Her bilingual proficiency and legal credentials support her work in international tax and consulting.