Mario Matos
About Mario Matos
Mario Matos serves as the CIO and Supervisor of Recovery at SG Equipment Finance, where he manages front-to-back systems, oversees recovery operations, and leads digital transformation initiatives. With a background in engineering and extensive experience in various managerial roles, he focuses on operational risk management and the implementation of AI and ML technologies.
Current Role at Societe Generale
Mario Matos serves as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Supervisor of Recovery at SG Equipment Finance, part of the Société Générale Group, since 2016. In this role, he coordinates front-to-back systems management and ensures business continuity through effective infrastructure and security management. He leads technical teams in IT and digital initiatives, focusing on supplier management and purchasing. Additionally, he supervises the Recovery department in Spain, which includes responsibilities for soft and hard collection, equipment repossession, and remarketing.
Professional Background
Mario Matos has a diverse professional background with experience in various industries. He worked at Uralita as Production Manager from 1994 to 1998, followed by a role as Factory Manager at Unicon A/S from 1998 to 2001. He then served as a Senior Account Manager at Vodafone from 2004 to 2007. Prior to his current position, he was employed at SG Equipment Finance as Added Value Solution, Innovation & Optimization Manager from 2007 to 2015. He also held a position at SAP Spain as VAR/Territory Manager from 2001 to 2004.
Education and Expertise
Mario Matos holds multiple degrees and certifications that enhance his expertise in business and technology. He studied Industrial Organization at Universidad Europea, achieving an Engineer degree from 2011 to 2013. He earned an Executive MBA from Universidad Pontificia Comillas in 2006. Additionally, he studied Business Strategy at Questrom School of Business, Boston University, where he completed courses on Digital Transformation Strategy and Leading in the Digital Age in 2017. He also studied Data Science and Digital Transformation at CUNEF from 2019 to 2020.
Digital Transformation Initiatives
In his current role, Mario Matos leads the implementation of digital transformation projects across various sectors, including High-Tech, Office Equipment, Medical, Industry, Handling, Transport, and Agriculture. He oversees process automation projects that utilize artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies. Additionally, he is responsible for the Digital Master Plan, which includes annual budgeting and reporting, ensuring alignment with the organization's strategic goals.
Regulatory and Risk Management
Mario Matos manages operational risk and regulatory projects, including SII, IFRS9, CIRBE, and GDPR. His role involves ensuring compliance with relevant regulations while maintaining effective risk management practices. He acts as the local representative for the SGEF Head Office Digital Community and the International Agile Community, contributing to the organization's efforts in fostering innovation and agile methodologies.