Ricardo Oliver

Ricardo Oliver serves as the Global Head of Data Engineering at BBVA, where leadership focuses on transforming the bank into a fully digital, data-driven organization. Responsibilities encompass developing global technical solutions for BBVA's data projects, overseeing data models, security policies, and cloud migration, as well as advancing AI and machine learning initiatives. Additionally, Ricardo has held various senior roles within BBVA, including Global Head of Data Governance, Director of Systems for Spain, and Director of Systems Retail, contributing to core banking operations and strategic data management. Beyond BBVA, Ricardo presides over Datio España and Datio México, serves as an advisor for BBVA AI Factory and BBVA Next Technologies, and has previous experience as a financial services manager at Andersen Consulting. Educational qualifications include an Executive Education degree from IESE Business School and a degree in Chemistry from Universidad Complutense de Madrid.