Ariel Lovera

Background

About Ariel Lovera

I bring over 25 years of leadership experience in finance, operations, and technology, with a proven track record of guiding organizations through growth, transformation, and operational excellence. Throughout my career as CFO, COO, and now Vice President of Global Business IT Operations at Citi, I have consistently partnered with boards, senior executives, and cross-functional teams to deliver measurable results. My expertise spans strategic financial management, operational restructuring, technology integration, and enterprise risk management—always with a focus on transparency, collaboration, and long-term value creation. Key achievements include: Scaling organizations from regional to statewide and global operations, leading teams of 400+ employees. Driving multimillion-dollar cost savings through process redesign, automation, and ERP/IT transformation initiatives. Strengthening governance, compliance, and financial controls while enabling innovation and growth. Building high-performance teams, mentoring leaders, and fostering a culture of accountability and results. I am passionate about aligning finance and operations with strategy—bridging numbers, people, and technology to deliver sustainable growth.