Freddy Arias Bustamante

Profile and Summary of Experience

Bilingual professional (Spanish-English), Executive MBA, and PhD candidate in Management, with extensive international experience in auditing (United States and Latin America) and corporate compliance. Expert in managing integrated internal control audits under the SOX and COSO frameworks, and managing audit projects under US GAAP and IFRS. Experience in AML/CFT risk management models and implementing Corporate Transparency Programs as a Compliance Officer.

Possesses a strategic business vision, experience managing improvement initiatives, resolving complex problems, and leading multicultural teams. Experience preparing and presenting executive reports to global teams in Europe and the United States, Audit Committees, and Boards of Directors. Demonstrated skills in strategic leadership, developing and managing high-performing teams, solving complex problems, and making results-oriented decisions.

Education and Certifications

• Certified Public Accountant - National University of Colombia
• Specialist in International Financial Accounting - Pontifical Javeriana University
• Executive MBA - INALDE Business School
• Doctorate in Administration (Doctoral Dissertation in Progress) - CESA (College of Higher Studies in Administration)

Sectors of Experience

• Hydrocarbons and Industrial
• Consulting