Roger Portela

Roger Portela currently serves as Senior Director of Product Management at PayNearMe, where responsibilities include leading Data and CX product teams to create innovative AI and ML-driven solutions. Previously, Roger held the position of Director/Head of Product Management at AirFind, overseeing the product roadmap for Ad-tech solutions while significantly contributing to the company's growth. Other roles include Product Manager at Boats Group, Director of Product Management at IDT Corporation, and Head of Product Management at GPShopper, which involved managing mobile-focused SaaS apps for major retailers. Roger's early career included experience as Chief Technology Consultant at JRMC Consultants and Product Management and Marketing at Blackstone Merchant Services. Roger holds an Associate of Arts from Miami Dade College and a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and Management from Florida International University.