Ada O.
Finance Leader & AI Strategist

Transformational finance leader with 10+ years driving growth across Fortune 100 tech companies, investment banking, consulting, and pre-series A unicorns.
Poised to lead finance organizations into the AI-driven future

Driving Organizational Excellence Through Strategic Finance Leadership

Accomplished finance professional with proven expertise across Fortune 100 technology leaders including Microsoft and Intel, investment banking, and pre-series A unicorns. I architect and execute large-scale financial transformations through AI-powered analytics, overseeing $7.9B in operations spanning COGS, R&D, and comprehensive P&L management while consistently delivering exceptional ROI and operational performance.

My unique perspective combines deep operational finance expertise with strategic technology vision. As founder of Dugo, I evaluate and invest in transformative AI systems that reshape entire industries. My published articles on financial markets and regulatory frameworks demonstrate thought leadership that influences industry direction. This combination of hands-on financial leadership and forward-thinking AI strategy positions me to guide organizations through the fundamental transformation of finance operations.

10+ Years Experience
6.5x ROI Achieved
95% Process Efficiency Gains

Experience

Education & Certifications

CFA Level 1 Passed

CFA Institute Jul 2017

Master of Science in Accounting and Finance

University of Leeds Sep 2014 - Sep 2015 | Leeds, UK

Bachelor of Science in Financial Economics

Minor in Statistics
University of Maryland, Baltimore County Sep 2010 - Dec 2013 | Baltimore, MD
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Work Experience

Senior Finance Manager

Microsoft Jun 2022 - Present | San Francisco, CA
  • Architected comprehensive financial transformation across multiple divisions supporting 32,000+ employees and $7.9B operational spend, delivering revolutionary BI dashboard that transformed executive decision-making
  • Designed and executed award-winning operational efficiency programs, including enterprise-wide HC governance framework achieving exceptional 6.5x ROI
  • Built advanced scenario planning and risk assessment infrastructure for Cloud + AI division, dramatically enhancing forecasting precision and strategic planning capabilities
  • Honored with prestigious WWF (Worldwide Finance) Award for pioneering financial process innovation and driving measurable operational excellence
🏆 WWF Award AI-Powered Financial Transformation Cloud + AI

Senior Financial Analyst

Intel Jan 2019 - Jun 2022 | Santa Clara, CA
  • Led strategic financial planning and analysis for $350M+ annual R&D portfolio, optimizing investment allocation to achieve superior 12% ROI performance
  • Developed advanced BI financial models earning CFO Award recognition, providing portfolio valuations and key insights into product prioritization resulting in 15% cost optimization for high-potential IP engineering initiatives
  • Partnered with executive leadership to implement comprehensive risk management protocols, successfully reducing project exposure by 20%
🏆 CFO Award R&D Investment Financial Modeling Risk Management

Financial Analyst

Credit Suisse Jun 2018 - Jan 2019 | New York, NY
  • Executed sophisticated equity derivatives portfolio analysis achieving exceptional 95% accuracy in price validation and risk assessment
  • Streamlined IPV testing processes through innovative workflow optimization, delivering 30% efficiency improvement
  • Proactively identified critical pricing anomalies across global markets, preventing $15M in potential trading losses
  • Earned Innovation Day nomination for pioneering AI-powered BI dashboard utilizing neural networks for predictive risk identification and portfolio optimization
🏆 Innovation Nominee Derivatives Risk AI & Neural Networks

Consultant

Volium Consulting Nov 2015 - Jun 2018 | New York, NY
  • Developed financial models and growth strategies for tech clients incorporating key SaaS metrics to support capital raising
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align KPIs, leading to 20% reduction in operating expenses
  • Implemented pricing optimization initiatives achieving 5% increase in gross margins
Strategic Consulting Revenue Growth Pricing Optimization

Financial Analyst

Jumia Jan 2014 - Sep 2014 | Nigeria
  • Analyzed variances in financial performance for Rocket Internet's worldwide operations, identifying $1.5M in cost-saving opportunities
  • Developed reconciliation system reducing vendor payment processing times by 20%
  • Drove ERP system implementation achieving 42% increase in process efficiency and $500K annual savings
International Operations ERP Implementation Process Optimization

Thought Leadership & Insights

Strategic insights and research spanning financial markets, regulatory frameworks, AI innovation, and venture capital trends shaping the future economy.

Debunking the Hindenburg Report on Carvana: Separating Fact from Fiction

A detailed analysis challenging Hindenburg Research's claims against Carvana, examining the company's actual financial metrics, transparency practices, and sustainable turnaround strategy.

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Crypto Chaos: Naira's Battle Against Currency Instability

A comprehensive analysis of cryptocurrency's impact on developing economies and currency stability, examining Nigeria's regulatory challenges.

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FAT MANAGERS Portfolio: A FAANG Alternative

Portfolio optimization using Modern Portfolio Theory to achieve 98.04% CAGR, outperforming traditional FAANG investments.

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Backtesting RSI and Bollinger Bands Strategy

Quantitative analysis of trading strategies on leveraged biotech ETFs using technical indicators and risk management.

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Predicting Undervalued Real Estate

Log-linear regression modeling for real estate investment analysis, developing deterministic pricing models for property valuation.

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The Failures of SEC and FASB

Critical examination of regulatory frameworks and their limitations in preventing financial fraud and protecting investors.

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Building the Future of Agentic AI

Founder & Managing Partner, Dugo

Through Dugo, I identify and invest in transformative agentic AI systems that will reshape entire industries. My investment thesis focuses on autonomous AI systems that handle complex workflows across sectors — from property management platforms that operate 24/7 to content systems that amplify human creativity. This hands-on experience in evaluating and scaling AI companies provides unique insights into implementing AI strategies within traditional finance organizations, bridging the gap between emerging technology and operational excellence.

🏆 Garnered interest from prominent investors and venture capital firms
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Leadership & Technical Expertise

Strategic Finance Leadership

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Large-Scale Financial Transformation Cross-Functional Team Leadership Investment Analysis & Portfolio Management Risk Management & Governance Regulatory Framework & Compliance

AI Innovation & Technology

AI Strategy & Implementation Advanced Analytics & BI Dashboards Python, R, SQL, Excel Machine Learning Applications Process Automation & Optimization ERP Systems & Integration

Ready to Transform Your Finance Operations?

Let's discuss how strategic finance leadership and AI innovation can drive your organization's next phase of growth

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