Mario Tauscant

Experience

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  EXCELSYS S.A.

  Mar 1994 - Dec 1997

  IT projects and banking software development company, and technology partner of NCR, IBM, and Microsoft.Product Portfolio Management: Managed a portfolio of digital and hardware-based solutions, including touch-screen systems, kiosk software, and electronic signboard platforms.Vendor & Technology Liaison: Served as the main contact for U.S. and Chinese technology suppliers, receiving product training directly from them, mastering technical specifications, and ensuring correct integration with local banking and corporate systems.Sales & Commercial Execution: Delivered product demos, advised clients, and achieved sales targets across financial institutions and large companies. Successfully sold and delivered an electronic signboard project for Codelco’s El Teniente copper mine.Quality & Standards: Participated in the company’s ISO 9001 certification process with TÜV Rheinland, contributing to product documentation, process standardization, and quality assurance. Show less Oversaw production, operations, and hardware–software integration for an IT company serving the financial and corporate sectors. ExcelSys was an official partner of NCR, IBM, and Microsoft, supporting advanced ATM and banking automation solutions.Operations Management: Led the Electronic Laboratory, Production Workshop, and Procurement areas, ensuring quality, reliability, and on-time delivery of technology solutions.Banking Automation Projects: Coordinated integrated hardware–software implementations for banks and large companies.Signature Project: Led the deployment of one of Chile’s earliest drive-through ATM systems for Banco Santander (NCR ATMs) at COPEC gas stations, including two installations in Santiago and one in Viña del Mar.Technical Leadership: Ensured alignment with NCR, IBM, and Microsoft technical standards, overseeing configuration, installation, testing, and field operations. Show less

  • Product Manager

    Jan 1997 - Dec 1997

  • Head of Production

    Mar 1994 - Dec 1996
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  Optimisa S.A.

  Feb 1998 - Dec 1998

  Business Developer

  Leading IT company specializing in banking software, government platforms, and mission-critical systems. Official representative in Chile of Stratus Technologies (USA), a global leader in fault-tolerant high-end servers.Internet & Applications Development: Brought into the company to strengthen its early Internet and applications business line, supporting pre-sales, product strategy, and client engagement in emerging web technologies.Executive Training & Digital Strategy: Delivered executive briefings and corporate seminars for banks and large organizations on Internet banking, web-based services, and the strategic potential of the early Internet—one of the main reasons for being recruited.Advanced Technical Training: Received technical training on fault-tolerant operating systems and high-availability platforms from Stratus Technologies (USA), enabling effective evaluation and implementation of mission-critical solutions.Key Projects Sold: CODELCO – Santiago: Web-based monitoring system for mineral-location calculation software; REDBANC: Support-management workflow system for Chile’s national banking network.Technical–Commercial Evaluation: Conducted technical and commercial evaluations to introduce new automated, technology-based, and web-enabled solutions into the company’s product portfolio. Show less

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  EBEX Ingeniería Ltda. (Tauscant Ingeniería Ltda.)

  Jan 1999 - May 2002

  CEO

  Founder and CEO of a pioneering digital solutions company specializing in internet projects, web design & development, usability, UX/UI, e-business, e-commerce, and early B2C/C2C platforms during the first wave of the internet in Chile.Internet Pioneer (1999–2002): Recognized as an early contributor to Chile’s digital ecosystem. Delivered talks at universities such as Universidad Mariano Egaña, appeared in Revista Qué Pasa and in Tomás Cox’s radio program, and was featured in El Mercurio’s technology and social pages for industry events.Academic Innovation: Designed and directed one of Chile’s first postgraduate diplomas in Internet, Diplomado Management Punto Com, at the Universidad Diego Portales (UDP), School of Graduate Studies. Created and taught the course E-Business at the UDP Faculty of Economics and Business.Digital Innovation & Platform Development: Led the creation and launch of El Hormiguero, an early university digital portal, integrating news, services, and student community features.Project Leadership: Directed major web design and digital transformation projects for top-tier organizations, including: ABN AMRO Bank, FINANDES (Banking), Promepart Isapre (Health Insurance), Seguros Cruz del Sur (Life Insurance), Feria Chilena del Libro (Retail & Publishing), Clínica Cordillera (Healthcare), and several other corporate clientsOversaw end-to-end implementation, including usability design, UX/UI, architecture, development, testing, and deployment. Show less

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  Laureate International Universities

  Dec 2002 - Feb 2010

  Director of Risk Management and SOX at UDLA Chile

  UDLA Chile is a private university and part of Laureate International Universities, a global higher education network operating more than 60 institutions worldwide.SOX Compliance Leadership: Implemented and led the Sarbanes–Oxley (SOX) Act compliance framework for UDLA Chile (2004–2009) and AIEP (2009), covering financial reporting, operations, IT controls, COSO, COBIT, ITIL, and PCAOB standards.Internal Control & Risk Management: Established and directed the Internal Control Department, integrating risk matrices, KPIs, financial oversight, and operational governance across the institution.Big Four Coordination: Managed annual interactions with KPMG (Internal Audit), EY (External Audit), and Deloitte for specialized compliance and process improvement projects.Executive Reporting: Reported directly to Laureate headquarters in the United States, ensuring alignment with global corporate governance and SOX requirements.Advanced Training: Completed specialized SOX, risk management, and internal control training at KPMG Baltimore and Laureate Education Inc. (USA), with annual travel to support regional governance activities.Audit & Governance Projects: Oversaw Chilean GAAP reporting, the transition to IFRS process, and US GAAP financial reviews. Implemented the SLA framework and participated in M&A due diligence between Laureate and UDLA.Security & IT Governance: Oversaw ethical hacking assessments performed by KPMG and promoted IT investment projects (software, hardware, monitoring tools) to strengthen cybersecurity, detect intrusions, and protect against malware and operational risksQuality & Compliance: Served as Lead Internal Auditor ISO 9001 and NCh 2728 (Bureau Veritas) for the UDLA OTEC.Career Progression: Initially appointed as Deputy Manager of Development and Control and promoted to Director after demonstrating high performance and leadership. Show less

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  Universidad Técnica Federico Santa María

  Mar 2010 - Jun 2017

  Professor of Business & Management

  Served as Professor of Business, Finance, and Project Management, teaching core courses across undergraduate engineering and business programs.Courses taught: Business Administration, Investment Decisions, Project Development and Control (Vitacura Campus, Santiago), and Entrepreneurship (Central Campus, Valparaíso).Student profile: Taught primarily Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Commercial Engineering, Aviation Engineering, and various Civil Engineering majors.Academic achievement: Awarded the Outstanding Professor Diploma for teaching excellence and student evaluation performance. Show less

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  Universidad Finis Terrae

  Jul 2011 - Mar 2014

  Director of Administration and Budget

  Private university with 5,000 students and 500 employees, part of the international network of the Legionaries of Christ.Strategic Financial Leadership: Led and consolidated the university’s 2012 and 2013 Annual Budgets, optimizing planning, allocation, and financial governance across faculties and administrative units.Systems Implementation: Served as Functional Project Lead for the implementation of SAP R/3 (FI, CO, MM modules) in Chile, coordinating technical, financial, and operational teams.Process Optimization: Automated and streamlined the budgeting process, improving accuracy, transparency, and reporting speed.Management Control: Supervised monthly budget variance analysis and reported results to the Vice-Rector for Finance.Digital Transformation & Efficiency: Directed a procurement automation project integrated with the budgeting system, reducing approval and purchase request times by 70%.Project Evaluation: Conducted financial evaluations for academic program expansion and for the acquisition of specialized equipment, including a robotic arm for the School of Engineering. Show less

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  Global Consultores Ingenieros

  Apr 2014 - now

  August 2022 - presentConsulting firm specialized in FP&A, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Management, Business Intelligence, Data Science, ISO Systems, Privacy & Data Protection, and Information Security & Compliance. Founder and CEO. Currently working part-time while pursuing a PhD in Engineering, researching lithium price forecasting using AI and stochastic modeling.Strategic Leadership & Partnerships: Built and led consulting partnerships with IBM, Veeam, and Huawei Cloud, expanding service capabilities in cloud computing, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and data protection governance.Professional Foundations: These partnerships are grounded in over two decades of experience working with global technology leaders such as NCR, IBM, Microsoft, KPMG, EY, and Deloitte, acquired through roles in banking automation, digital innovation, SOX compliance, and enterprise risk management.Cybersecurity, Data Protection & Risk Consulting (2024–2025): Directed and executed cybersecurity, information security, business continuity, operational risk, and data privacy compliance consulting for IT4U S.A., including the Internal Audit of the Integrated Management System (2025). Authored procedures aligned with ISO 27001, ISO 22301, NIST, and Chile’s Personal Data Protection Law.Advisory on Regulation: Provided expert guidance on compliance with Chile’s Cybersecurity Framework Law (Ley Marco de Ciberseguridad, 2024) and Data Protection requirements.Audit & Governance (2022–2023): Led ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 internal audits at SISTESA, ensuring robust governance and strategic alignment.Cross-Cultural Consulting: Delivered bilingual consulting and translation services for Xiaomi China and Progestión Chile, supporting HR and executive decision-making processes. Show less April 2018 - March 2019Worked as external Project Consulting Manager for the TEC Educational Group, a nationwide higher-education conglomerate operating Esucomex, Iplacex, and ProAndes, with campuses throughout Chile. Delivered high-impact financial, strategic, and operational projects for the group’s executive management and Board (Petit Comité). The group was subsequently acquired by another economic conglomerate.Corporate Finance Leadership: Led and consolidated the 2019 Corporate Budget across the three institutions, integrating financial operations from multiple campuses nationwide.Executive-Level Reporting: Presented financial analyses, strategic scenarios, and compliance updates to the group’s Petit Comité and senior governance bodies.Financial Planning & Strategy: Developed a 5-year Strategic Financial Model (2019–2023) to support long-term planning, capital allocation, and institutional sustainability.IFRS Implementation: Supervised the implementation of the IFRS 9 Expected Credit Loss model, ensuring regulatory alignment and strengthening the group’s financial reporting framework.Process Optimization: Improved and standardized operational and financial processes across campuses, increasing efficiency, transparency, and data reliability. Show less Overview:Consulting firm specialized in FP&A, Big Companies Budget, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Management, Business Intelligence, Data Science, ISO Systems, and Information Security & Compliance.Originally founded in 2013 to provide independent consulting services in corporate finance and risk management, Global Consultores Ingenieros has been reactivated periodically to deliver high-impact projects across public and private sectors.April 2014 -July 2015Led two Sarbanes–Oxley (SOX) Act compliance updates in Chile for AFP Cuprum (subsidiary of Principal Financial Group, USA) -subcontracted by ACENDER- and ITT Fluid Technology S.A. (subsidiary of ITT Corporation, USA), strengthening financial, operational, and IT control frameworks.Directed strategic consulting projects for VSL-Chile, the Chilean subsidiary of Soletanche Freyssinet (France), including: 5-Year Strategic Plan (2015–2019), Balanced Scorecard Performance Evaluation Model, and Corporate Web: Design, Development, and Deployment Show less

  • CEO & Business Consulting Manager

    Aug 2022 - now

  • CEO & Project Consulting Manager

    Apr 2018 - now

  • Founder & CEO

    Apr 2014 - now
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  Universidad Alberto Hurtado

  Aug 2015 - Feb 2016

  Head of Budget and Management Control Department

  Private university with 5,500 students and 600 employees, part of the international network of Jesuit universities.Financial Planning Leadership: Successfully led and consolidated the 2016 Annual Budget, including infrastructure project evaluations and program-based financial assessments.Strategic Modeling: Designed and built a Financial Impact Model to evaluate the implications of Chile’s Higher Education “Gratuidad” Law on university finances.Budget Management: Directed the monthly budgeting and variance control process, coordinating with Deans and faculty leadership.Cost Optimization: Conducted performance and financial reviews across faculties and projects, achieving a ~18% reduction in general operating costs.Executive Reporting: Prepared and presented financial and management reports to the Board of Directors, ensuring consistency with accounting and operational data. Show less

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  Cordep CChC

  Mar 2016 - Mar 2018

  Chief Financial Officer

  Company specializing in facility management with ~200 employees, operating major sports and recreation facilities owned by the Chilean Chamber of Construction (CChC), including stadiums, Olympic pools, tennis & padel courts, gyms, and multi-sport complexes.Executive Leadership: Served as Legal Representative, member of the Audit Committee and Occupational Health & Safety Committee. Delivered quarterly reports to the CChC Board.Financial & Operational Oversight: Led the areas of Finance, Accounting, HR, Treasury, Budgeting, IT, Procurement, Contracts, Internal Control, Auditing, Billing, Credit, Collections, and Management Control. Implemented a KPI-driven performance framework.Digital Transformation: Directed the automation of the sales and invoicing process by integrating SugarCRM with ERP Softland. Implemented WebPay (Transbank) for online service payments, improving traceability and cash management.Contract & Cost Optimization: Oversaw contract administration for major facilities (e.g., Estadio de la Contraloría, Caja Los Andes). Achieved an 18% reduction in variable costs and a 40% improvement in cash flow management.Governance & Compliance: Successfully passed a BDO Process Audit and ensured full compliance with CChC standards. Led a forensic audit of a prior accounting system migration.Organizational Performance: Strengthened administrative and financial processes across all sites, enhancing efficiency, transparency, and service quality. Show less

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  Centro Médico Salud Vital

  Apr 2019 - May 2022

  Chief Financial Officer

  Co-founder and minority shareholder of a medical center specialized in mental health services. Led the start-up from concept to full operation, integrating finance, digital transformation, and business strategy.Strategic Leadership: Developed the business plan and project assessment for the launch of the center. Oversaw all financial, administrative, and operational aspects during the start-up phase.Digital Transformation: Transitioned the business model from in-person to online mental health care during the COVID-19 pandemic, implementing telemedicine platforms and digital workflows.Financial Management: Directed financial planning, IFRS financial statements, P&L, cash flow, and budgeting, ensuring sustainability and growth.Business Intelligence & Marketing: Executed a BI project for performance tracking and target setting. Led digital marketing and SEO strategy, strengthening online visibility and patient acquisition.Governance & Compliance: Managed government health authorizations, documentation, and operational procedures. Designed the blueprint for internal processes, optimizing efficiency and compliance. Show less