Luis Marinelli is the cofounder and CFO at Vana. He is a visionary financial expert with a decade of experience in corporate finance, data analytics, and business strategy. His mission is to improve financial services for underserved communities in Latin America through technology and data-driven strategies.

During his career, Luis contributed to the growth and success of GPMX and BAM (Grupo Bancolombia). His strategic thinking led to GPMX’s increased EBITDA and eventual sale to NASDAQ-listed EZCORP (EZPW).

As cofounder of Vana, a fintech start-up, Luis is revolutionizing financial services in Latin America. He also serves on the board of Asociación Fintech Guatemala, reflecting his dedication to the field. Luis holds an Acton MBA in Entrepreneurship, an executive master’s in business analytics, and certifications in data science, analytics, and finance. With a passion for finance, AI, and fintech, he is committed to encouraging data-driven transformation within the industry.