Fernando A. Vélez Garrett

Fernando A. Vélez Garrett is a skilled professional with extensive experience in engineering, account management, and leadership. Currently, as a CFD Solutions Architect at Altair since October 2022, Fernando also serves on the Member Board of Directors for VAPR Federal Credit Union, chairing the Assets & Liabilities Committee and holding the position of Membership Officer. As Executive Director at Paralian LLC since May 2019, Fernando previously worked with Exa Corporation, focusing on sales in the electric vehicle sector and managing accounts for Ford Motor Company. Early career experiences include engineering roles at CSA Group, Pratt & Whitney, and various research positions at the Florida Institute of Technology. Educational achievements include a Master’s Degree in Computer Science from Georgia Institute of Technology and a Master’s Degree in Race Car Aerodynamics from the University of Southampton, alongside a Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering from Florida Institute of Technology.