Carlos Fernandez, CMA

Carlos Fernandez, CMA has a diverse work experience in finance and accounting. Carlos currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer at THEMA America since 2023. In their previous role as the Chief Financial Officer at THEMA America from 2020 to 2023, they led financial planning and analysis, accounting, and treasury functions. Carlos also held the position of Finance Director at THEMA America from 2016 to 2019, where they led financial reporting processes and ensured legal and statutory compliance. Before joining THEMA America, Carlos worked at the International Air Transport Association as an Assistant Manager Finance from 2012 to 2016. In this role, they managed finance and accounting responsibilities for Latin American offices and supervised accountants in the country and regional offices. Earlier in their career, Carlos worked as an Accountant at Publix Super Markets from 2011 to 2012, where they prepared journal entries, managed fixed assets, and reconciled accounts. Overall, Carlos Fernandez, CMA has a strong background in finance, accounting, and leadership roles in multinational organizations.

Carlos Fernandez, CMA, holds a Master's degree in Accounting and Taxation from the College of Business at Florida International University. Carlos earned this degree in 2014. Prior to their Master's degree, Carlos obtained a Bachelor's degree in Finance and International Business from the same institution in 2010.

In addition to their academic achievements, Carlos Fernandez has pursued further professional development by obtaining multiple certifications. Carlos became a Certified Management Accountant (CMA) in August 2019 through the Certified Management Accountant: CMA® program. In November 2020, they completed the "BUSINESS ANALYTICS: FROM DATA TO INSIGHTS" course offered by Wharton Executive Education. Most recently, in August 2022, Carlos obtained the Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst certification from the Corporate Finance Institute® (CFI).