Paulo Guzzo Email and Phone Number
As a seasoned technology and payments executive with 25+ years of experience driving innovation and growth across startups and corporate environments (SaaS, Ecomm, AI/M, Crypto, CBDC), I have a proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams, manage large budgets, and execute strategic initiatives across operations, product development (hardware & software), and business development. Currently, Consultant for BB Merchant Services and investor at Innova Capture, a leading EFT and software integrator in Brazil, managing over 7,000 merchants and R$8 billion in TPV.Previously, Cielo’s EVP of IT & Operations, Merchant e-Solutions’ CEO, Livelo Brasil' Head of Launch, Muxi’s CEO and Evox Global COO.Highlights* at Evox Global, facilitating the launch of Brazil's official digital coin (DREX) through BitShop.* Designed the ESG loyalty platform at AMA Blockchain DMCC, a prominent player in the blockchain industry.*Led Muxi's international expansion as CEO, introducing a cutting-edge SaaS model in the US market.*Launched Livelo, Brazil's largest loyalty and coalition program, as Head of Start-up Launch.*Served as Executive Vice-President of IT & Operations at Cielo SA, managing 700 employees and a USD 0.5 billion budget.*Achieved significant revenue growth and led innovative payment processing initiatives at Merchant e-Solutions (Cielo, California).Additional Expertise* previously, board member in various tech and payment companies (Inmetrics, Paggo, Orizon, M4U Soluções).*Proven ability to establish strategic partnerships and provide valuable guidance to early-stage ventures.* Holds an Executive MBA from FDC and a Specialization in Driving Strategic Innovation from IMD in Lausanne/Switzerland.
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Business Development ConsultantBb Merchant ServicesBoynton Beach, Fl, Us
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Business Development ConsultantBb Merchant Services Apr 2024 - PresentBishops Waltham, England, Gb -
FounderPg Holding Jun 2019 - PresentConsultancy firm specialized in payments, merchant services, P2P, digital banking, and loyalty solutions.Provided strategic guidance and implementation of three digital banks, four payment providers, and one loyalty company, contributing to their growth and business success (hardware, software and products roadmap)
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InvestorInnova Capture Solucoes Em Informatica May 2015 - PresentEFT & software integrator managing 8K merchants and R$8 Billion in TPV. -
Vp Of Sales & OperationsEvox Global Apr 2022 - Aug 2023Miami, Florida, UsA startup Hub that drives innovation through a platform of certified startup solutions.Transitioned from the Advisory Board to the role of COO, leading the company into the pilot phase of DREX, the Brazilian official digital coin. -
Advisor Member Of The BoardInmetrics May 2018 - Jun 2022Barueri, Sp, BrLeader in Latin America in Digital Efficiency, recognized by customers and Gartner for excellence in Software Engineering and Cloud solutions. -
Business Development ConsultantBase Telco Nov 2019 - Jan 2022Recife, Pernambuco, BrSpecialized in Telecom services with a broad market expertise, delivering solutions in voice, data and video which simplify routines allowing for better planning in telecommunications management. -
Business Development ConsultantCers Cursos Online Sep 2020 - Dec 2021Recife, Pe, BrLeader in professional e-learning training and formation, with a homegrown technology and UX and specialized teachers and mentors. -
Country ManagerMuxi Jan 2017 - Oct 2019Orchestrated a successful international expansion into the Argentinian market while reinvigorating operations in Peru and Mexico.Launched a cutting-edge Class A ISO certified, fully integrated multi-platform payment solution in the US (Clearent Payments & TSYS), featuring a 100% digital and omnichannel SaaS Payment Gateway model.Under my leadership, Muxi achieved recognition on the Great Place to Work Brazil's ranking for three consecutive years.
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InvestorWrkr Solutions, Inc. Sep 2014 - Feb 2019The new way to hire the right people!!!! IA platform developed to accelerate the hiring process to the US retail chains.
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Head Of LaunchLivelo Brasil Sep 2014 - Oct 2015Barueri, Sp, BrPioneered the launch of Latin America's second-largest loyalty and coalition program company within 9 months.Delivered a market place integrated with 38 partners and selling 680K SKUs.Secured 1 million active clients in just 30 days, generating R$500MM ARR with a 100% cloud-based solution. -
Country ManagerMerchant E-Solutions Sep 2012 - Aug 2014Alpharetta, Ga, UsAt the time, the company, headquartered in Redwood City, CA, processed over $17 billion in credit card transactions annually for more than 70,000 merchants, in collaboration with over 150 banks and partners.I played a key role in accelerating the business's growth, propelling it to become the 20th largest player in the electronic payment solutions industry in the US. I spearheaded significant investments in infrastructure, including the establishment of a data center and the enhancement of monitoring capabilities, thereby reducing response times.Furthermore, I expedited sales growth by leveraging the active customer portfolio and expanding our range of products -
Evp Of Technology And OperationsCielo Oct 2008 - Aug 2012Barueri, São Paulo, BrAs the leader of the Technology and Operations division, I held responsibility for five company areas: Strategy and Architecture, Systems Development, Infrastructure & Telecom, Operations, and Control of Operational Risk. Key accomplishments during my tenure included:• Orchestrated the transformation of Cielo's technological platform in order to accelerate the introduction of new credit card schemes, including MasterCard, AMEX, Ticket, Sodexo, Aura, JCB, ELO, and Diners.• Successfully renegotiated business processes and the contract with HP, resulting in a remarkable 57% reduction in the processing cost per transaction.• Executed the data center's consolidation, generating savings of R$ 450 million over five years.• Implemented an in-house payment transactions management model, leading to a substantial 72% in cost reduction.• Restructured the partnership with Logistics Operators (Intec and Rapidão Cometa), achieving 32% reduction in the cost of field services.• Revamped the partnership with Atento, completing the full service model within 45 days and achieving 22% reduction in the total service cost. -
Channels OfficerCielo Oct 2007 - Oct 2008Barueri, São Paulo, BrManaged the Channels department including Capturing Solutions (POS and TEF), Research and New Technologies, (Transaction New Technologies) and Special Solutions Management directorships• Identified and implemented new transaction technologies, platforms for services, monitoring, and research of new technologies • Managed special solutions in channels• Devised strategy for e-commerce and mobile channels for clients, • Identified and met market demand while meeting financial targets• Maintained conventional channels with respect to the applications under production in the Company’s capturing terminals (POS and TEF)Launched numerous innovative initiatives including:• Visa Mobile Pay – mobile payment solution.• Visa Passfirst – a ticket enabler platform to be used at events venues like, football stadiums and movie theaters. • Visa Pay Wave –contactless payment solution, launched worldwide in partnership with the Starbucks in São Paulo, Brazil• Service Gateway – the first multi-connectivity payment gateway of the Americas, applying SOA and acknowledged as such by Gartner
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Research And New Technologies OfficerCielo Jun 2005 - Oct 2007Barueri, São Paulo, BrLed the research and evaluation of promising new technologies, overseeing a R$ 15 million New Technologies Research Fund.• Developed and implemented a prospecting process for new corporate and transaction solutions, securing resources from the Research and New Technologies Fund.• Optimized the classification process for vendors of new corporate and transaction technologies, using criteria structured according to market rules (ISO and RHA).• Maximized resource utilization for executing Internal and External Concept Tests of corporate or transaction solutions, following the approved execution plan for each initiative.• Represented Cielo on the Visa Advisory Board and at numerous international events over a 12-year period, including Cartes, Card Tech Secure Tech, Gartner – EXP, BAI Forum, etc.
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Senior AnalystTecnologia Bancária S.A. - Tecban Mar 1991 - Aug 1998Barueri, Sp, Br• Developed the first debit electronic fund transfer solution in Brazil.• Managed the lifecycle of products derived from eChecks, Several Credits, Several Debits and ePayment• Managed authorization and financial settlement system processes for the eCheck product
Paulo Guzzo Education Details
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ImdDriving Strategic Innovation -
Fundação Dom CabralMaster Of Business Administration - Mba
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Faculdades Metropolitanas UnidasGeneral
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Faculdades Metropolitanas UnidasLaw
Frequently Asked Questions about Paulo Guzzo
What company does Paulo Guzzo work for?
Paulo Guzzo works for Bb Merchant Services
What is Paulo Guzzo's role at the current company?
Paulo Guzzo's current role is Business Development Consultant.
What schools did Paulo Guzzo attend?
Paulo Guzzo attended Imd, Fundação Dom Cabral, Faculdades Metropolitanas Unidas, Faculdades Metropolitanas Unidas.
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