Rodrigo Serna
About Rodrigo Serna
Rodrigo Serna is a Director at Vista Equity Partners, where he has worked since 2024. He has a diverse background in investment banking and finance, having held various positions at firms such as Citi, Goldman Sachs, and Citadel.
Current Role at Vista Equity Partners
Rodrigo Serna currently serves as a Director at Vista Equity Partners, a position he has held since 2024. He operates within the New York City Metropolitan Area. His role involves overseeing investment strategies and managing portfolio companies, contributing to the firm's focus on technology and software sectors.
Previous Experience in Investment Banking
Prior to his current role, Rodrigo Serna worked at Citi as an Analyst in Investment Banking from 2015 to 2016 in Chicago, Illinois. He also held positions at Goldman Sachs as a Summer Analyst in Technology in 2013 and completed a Summer Analyst role at Citi in 2014. This experience provided him with a strong foundation in financial analysis and investment strategies.
Educational Background in Electrical Engineering
Rodrigo Serna earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where he studied from 2010 to 2014. His academic background equipped him with technical skills and analytical thinking, which he has applied throughout his career in finance and investment.
Career Progression at Oak Hill Advisors
Rodrigo Serna held multiple positions at Oak Hill Advisors, L.P. He served as Vice President from 2021 to 2023 and briefly as Principal in 2023. His tenure at Oak Hill Advisors involved managing investment portfolios and executing financial strategies in the New York City Metropolitan Area.
Research Experience at University of Illinois
Before entering the finance sector, Rodrigo Serna worked as an Undergraduate Researcher at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign from 2011 to 2014. This role allowed him to engage in research projects, enhancing his analytical skills and understanding of complex technical concepts.