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Alex Conesa

Interim CEO / CTO / CIO | Hands-On Global Technology Leader

Architect of globally scaled tech ventures and interim C-suite leader for companies ready to transform.

I create and scale high-performance businesses and technologies worldwide.

As a founder and executive, I have led companies operating in 14 countries across the Americas, Europe, and Asia, delivering globally recognized software and driving growth in diverse markets. Living and working across regions has given me the ability to navigate cultures, lead multicultural teams, and execute effectively in complex environments.

Over more than three decades I have:

  • Founded and scaled companies, serving as CEO, CTO, and CIO.
  • Guided dozens of startups from idea to commercialization as a provisional/interim C-level executive and mentor.
  • Built award-winning software, from concept to market, and high-performance systems used internationally.
  • Transformed family-owned businesses into competitive enterprises ready for acquisition or global expansion.
  • Led distributed teams across time zones, combining strategic leadership with hands-on architecture and engineering.


I bring the versatility to operate as a visionary CEO, a technology-driven CTO/CIO, or a senior architect trusted by HR to drive technical excellence. My hallmark is bridging strategy with execution—delivering solutions that are current, resilient, and future-ready.


Based in California and authorized to lead across the U.S., Canada, Europe, and LATAM—recognized by the U.S. government with an O-1A visa for "Extraordinary Ability" in Business & Technology.

Services

Executive Interim Leadership (CEO/CTO/CIO)

Delivering high-impact executive leadership to to stabilize, transform, or accelerate your company. As an interim CEO, CTO, or CIO, I help companies navigate critical transitions, implement cutting-edge technologies, and unlock new market opportunities. Perfect for family-owned businesses aiming to scale, or startups seeking rapid, reliable leadership.

Global Expansion & Market Growth

Empowering businesses to successfully break into new markets across LATAM (Central and South America), and North America (U.S.) and Canada. With tailored strategies, I ensure seamless transitions, minimize risks, and accelerate growth, positioning your company for long-term success on the global stage.

Technology & Architecture

End-to-end software architecture and technical leadership, from legacy modernization to AI, IoT/robotics, and cybersecurity. Hands-on design and coding of secure, scalable systems in C/C++, firmware, and Java, including payment platforms, POS ecosystems, and high-availability backends.

Payments & POS Security

Designing and auditing secure payment solutions, from POS and e-commerce platforms to payment devices (hardware). Experience across PCI-DSS and PCI PTS environments, helping retailers and payment providers protect cardholder data while keeping systems fast, reliable, and easy to operate, including advanced fraud prevention based on pattern analysis and anomaly detection.

Startup & Product Guidance

Acting as a provisional CTO-CIO for startups, building solid technological foundations, creating POCs/MVPs, and developing viable products until they succeed.

Digital Transformation

Assisting established companies in upgrading their technology, migrating systems, and creating secure, scalable infrastructures for future growth. Specialized in family-owned business transformation.

Government & Foundation Programs

Partnering with governments and foundations to create educational and employment programs that modernize technology knowledge and enhance competitiveness.

Transformation & Training

Creating tailored training programs and guiding development teams to unlock stalled projects and turn concepts into real, market-ready products.

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Contact details

Always available if the right project comes along, Feel free to contact me