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Hernán Saul Cortacáns

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Experience Level

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Portuguese
Advanced
Finnish
Intermediate
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Operations Lead at ApeSwap
February 1, 2025 - Present
Lead operations for multi-region campaigns across Web3 products; built dashboards and KPI dashboards; improved cross-functional collaboration and operational efficiency; supported data-informed decision making.
Performance Director at ApeSwap
August 1, 2023 - February 1, 2025
Directed performance marketing and analytics across channels; led multi-channel campaigns; executed weekly A/B tests and dashboards; improved retention and conversions.
Analytics Manager at ApeSwap
April 1, 2022 - August 1, 2023
Led analytics team in Helsinki; produced performance insights using Python, Looker Studio, GA4, and Tag Manager; supported strategic decisions and optimization.
Solution Architect at Stora Enso Montevideo
January 1, 2013 - September 1, 2020
Led solution architecture and digital initiatives in Montevideo; collaborated with cross-functional teams and international stakeholders; contributed to data pipelines and system design.
Vendor Sourcing Coordinator at Altisource
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Managed vendor sourcing operations; coordinated supplier relationships and process improvements.
Client Manager at Claim Studio
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013
Managed client relationships and coordinated projects; ensured deliverables met quality and timelines.
Associate & Trainer at Amazon
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
Supported training programs and associate development initiatives.
Academic Manager at Senpai Academy
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Oversaw academic programs and curriculum coordination.
Operations Lead at ApeSwap / ApeBond
April 1, 2022 - Present
Leading operations and data/analytics initiatives, driving data-informed decision making, implementing automation and scalable processes, and coordinating cross-functional teams across marketing, product, and engineering.
Solutions Architect at Stora Enso Montevideo
September 1, 2021 - March 1, 2022
Led solution architecture for digital projects, collaborating with business and technology teams to deliver automation and data-driven solutions.
Other Experience
January 1, 2013 - September 1, 2020
Various roles in Montevideo related to digital platforms, data and operations (2013-01-01 to 2020-09-01).
Operations Lead
April 1, 2022 - Present
Remote Operations Lead responsible for leading cross-functional analytics, performance optimization, and automation initiatives. Drove data-informed decision making, built scalable data workflows, led A/B testing and user journey optimizations to improve retention and conversions. Standardized internal processes and produced executive-level reporting to support board decisions. Collaborated with Sales, Design, CRM, and Supply Chain to align systems with evolving business needs; contributed to data work streams, warehousing concepts (Snowflake), and reporting improvements. Worked with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions; assisted in implementing data pipelines and system integrations to ensure data consistency and reliability. Maintained documentation and knowledge management using Azure DevOps in agile, globally distributed environments.
Solutions Architect at Stora Enso
January 1, 2013 - September 1, 2020
Led architectural design for digitalization initiatives across Montevideo/Uruguay operations; built data pipelines, integrated systems (Snowflake, ETL concepts), and improved data accessibility and reporting. Collaborated with cross-functional teams; supported data warehousing and data modeling efforts.

Education

Remote Full-Stack Development & Automation at Coderhouse Turku
February 1, 2025 - February 4, 2026
Master’s Degree in Governance of Digitization at Åbo Akademi University / University of Turku
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2019
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Communication at Universidad Católica del Uruguay
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2014
English Translator at International House
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Master's Degree in Governance of Digitalization at Åbo Akademi University / University of Turku, Montevideo, Uruguay
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Bachelor's Degree in Business Communication at Universidad Católica del Uruguay, Montevideo, Uruguay
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
English Translator Degree at International House, Montevideo
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026
Master's Degree Programme in Governance of Digitalization at Åbo Akademi University / University of Turku
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2019
Bachelor's Degree in Business Communication at Universidad Católica del Uruguay
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2014
English Translator Degree at International House
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026

Qualifications

English Translator
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Full-Stack Development & Automation (Coderhouse)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education, Media & Entertainment, Financial Services, Gaming, Other