Michelle Suarez Portugal
About Michelle Suarez Portugal
Michelle Suarez is a Strategy & Operations Manager at Zendrive, where she has worked since 2022. She has a diverse background in finance and operations, having held various roles at notable organizations including Goldman Sachs, EY, and J.P. Morgan.
Work at Zendrive
Michelle Suarez Portugal has been serving as the Strategy & Operations Manager at Zendrive since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing strategic initiatives and operational processes within the organization. Zendrive is located at 5 Times Square, where Michelle contributes to enhancing the company's operational efficiency and strategic direction.
Previous Experience
Before joining Zendrive, Michelle held several positions that contributed to her expertise in strategy and operations. She worked at Goldman Sachs as an Investment Banking Associate from 2018 to 2021 and as an Investment Banking Summer Analyst in 2017. Additionally, she interned at EY in the Transaction Advisory Services for M&A in 2016. Her experience also includes roles at Hofstra University, where she served as a Resident Assistant and a Spanish Interpreter and Translator.
Education and Expertise
Michelle earned her Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mathematical Business Economics and Financial Mathematics from Hofstra University, completing her studies from 2014 to 2018. This educational background has equipped her with strong analytical and quantitative skills, which she applies in her current role and previous positions in finance and operations.
Leadership Roles
During her time at Hofstra University, Michelle was actively involved in leadership roles. She served as the Vice President of Student Development and Convention Representative for ALPFA, Inc - Association of Latino Professionals For America from 2014 to 2016. This role allowed her to develop her leadership skills and engage with the Latino professional community.
Internship Experience
Michelle's early career included various internships that provided her with foundational experience in finance and operations. Notably, she participated in the Launching Leaders Program at J.P. Morgan in 2015 and completed a two-month internship at EY in 2016. These experiences contributed to her professional development and understanding of the financial industry.