Carlos Cesta

Carlos Cesta has a strong background in corporate development and finance. Carlos currently works at NP Digital as the Global Head of M&A, where they oversee the digital marketing agency's mergers and acquisitions efforts. Prior to this role, Carlos served as the Vice President of Corporate Development at Presidio from 2020 to 2023. Carlos also held the position of Head of M&A, Americas at Dentsu Aegis Network from 2016 to 2020. Before joining Dentsu Aegis Network, Carlos worked at Verizon as the Director of Corporate Development from 2012 to 2016 and at Verizon Ventures as a Director from 2004 to 2012. Carlos also gained experience in corporate development at AboveNet, Inc. and worked as an Investment Banking Associate at Citigroup/SSB. Carlos began their career as a Financial Analyst at Patrimonio Private Equity and Credibanco. Overall, Carlos Cesta has a successful track record in corporate development and finance, with a focus on mergers and acquisitions.

Carlos Cesta holds an MBA degree in Finance, Accounting, and Entrepreneurship from the University of Rochester. Carlos also obtained a Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering from USP - Universidade de São Paulo. In addition, they have received certification in M&A Science Leadership Spotlight Awards from M&A Science in 2021.