Betina Ferraz
About Betina Ferraz
Betina Ferraz is the Chief Risk Officer for Latin America at UBS, having previously held the same position at Deutsche Bank for seven years. She has a strong background in finance and risk management, complemented by her commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion through various mentorship and consultancy roles.
Current Role at UBS
Betina Ferraz serves as the Chief Risk Officer (CRO) for Latin America at UBS. She has held this position since 2023 and is based in São Paulo, Brazil. In her role, she is responsible for overseeing risk management strategies and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements in the region.
Previous Experience at Deutsche Bank
Before joining UBS, Betina Ferraz worked at Deutsche Bank for seven years, from 2016 to 2023. She served as the Chief Risk Officer for Latin America during this time. Prior to that, she held the position of Head of CRM at Deutsche Bank from 2011 to 2016, focusing on client relationship management.
Educational Background
Betina Ferraz has a diverse educational background. She studied at EADA Business School, where she focused on social and economic systems and ESG, completing an Executive Program on sustainability. Additionally, she earned a Postgraduate Degree in Advanced Board Program for Women from Saint Paul Escola de Negócios in 2023. She also completed specializations in Strategic Finance in Banking at The Wharton School and Capital Markets at Harvard Extension School.
Mentorship and Social Initiatives
Betina Ferraz actively participates in mentorship programs, notably serving as a mentor in the Dn'A Women project, which promotes diversity and inclusion in the workplace. She also acts as a consultant on the Board of Projeto Arrastão, where she supports initiatives aimed at social inclusion.
Career at Banco Santander
Prior to her tenure at Deutsche Bank, Betina Ferraz worked at Banco Santander as a Credit Manager in Global Banking and Markets from 2007 to 2011. This role contributed to her extensive experience in risk management and financial services.