Jose Fernandez da Ponte is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in the fintech and digital currency sectors. Currently serving as the President and Chief Growth Officer at the Stellar Development Foundation since July 2025, Jose focuses on promoting open source financial access. Prior to this role, Jose spent six years at PayPal, where notable achievements included overseeing the launch and international rollout of crypto products as SVP and General Manager for Blockchain, Crypto, and Digital Currencies. His earlier positions at BBVA involved leading advanced science and technology initiatives and global strategy within the fintech division. Jose's career began at McKinsey & Company, where significant contributions were made in retail banking and payments, along with various operational and strategic roles across multiple companies, including Quercus Equity Partners and HP. Educational qualifications include a Master of Science in Finance from The London School of Economics and Political Science and a Licenciado in Ciencias Economicas y Empresariales from Universidad Pontificia Comillas.
This person is not in any teams
This person is not in any offices