Professional Summary

Professional Overview

Luis Novella is an accomplished business leader and entrepreneur with extensive experience in the technology and consulting industries. As the Founder and Chair of Tech Florida Advocates, Chairman of Ixian, Co-Founder and CEO of NodeZro, and Partner at VIVAT, he leverages his deep expertise to drive innovation and accelerate the growth of companies across diverse sectors.

Experience Summary

Current Roles

Founder and Chair, Tech Florida Advocates (2022-01-01 to Present)

• Established Tech Florida Advocates, a leading advocacy group focused on supporting the growth and development of the technology ecosystem in Florida.

• Responsible for setting the strategic vision, fostering collaboration among members, and advocating for policies and initiatives that promote innovation and entrepreneurship.

• Leverages extensive industry connections and thought leadership to amplify the voice of the technology community and drive positive change.

Chairman, Ixian (2021-01-01 to Present)

• Provides strategic guidance and oversight as the Chairman of Ixian, a technology company specializing in cutting-edge software solutions.

• Collaborates with the executive team to define the company's long-term strategy, identify growth opportunities, and ensure operational excellence.

• Leverages his expertise in technology and business transformation to help Ixian navigate industry challenges and capitalize on emerging trends.

Co-Founder and CEO, NodeZro (2024-03-01 to Present)

• Co-founded NodeZro, a innovative technology startup, and serves as the Chief Executive Officer.

• Responsible for overall business strategy, product development, and driving the company's growth and market expansion.

• Leverages his entrepreneurial experience and deep technical knowledge to lead the organization's technological vision and execution.

Partner, VIVAT (2012-01-01 to Present)

• As a Partner at VIVAT, a leading global consulting firm, Luis Novella provides strategic advisory services to clients across various industries.

• Specializes in digital transformation, business optimization, and innovation, helping organizations navigate complex challenges and capitalize on emerging opportunities.

• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions that drive tangible business impact for VIVAT's clients.

Past Roles

Prior to his current roles, Luis Novella held several senior leadership positions, including:

• Revenue at Hownd (2022-12-01 to 2024-09-01)

• Strategic Advisor at Cogent Bank (2022-08-01 to 2022-12-01)

• SVP Latam & EMEA at Fraud.net (2021-10-01 to 2022-02-01)

• Consulting Partner at VIVAT (2020-07-01 to 2022-11-01)

• SVP EMEA at Fraud.net (2019-12-01 to 2021-09-01)

• Strategic Advisor at Etherisc (2018-05-01 to 2019-12-01)

• Managing Partner at VIVAT (2015-09-01 to 2020-06-01)

• Partner at VIVAT (2012-01-01 to 2015-08-01)

• Partner at Accenture (2010-01-01 to 2012-01-01)

• Vice President Business Technology (Chief Digital Officer) at AREVA (2008-01-01 to 2010-01-01)

• Director & European Practice Leader at The Hackett Group (2006-01-01 to 2008-01-01)

• Principal Consultant at Freelance Consulting Services (2003-01-01 to 2006-01-01)

• Interim COO at Etelix Group (2002-01-01 to 2002-12-01)

• Vice President EMEA at InterWorld Corporation (2000-01-01 to 2001-01-01)

• Regional Partner & Managing Director at KPMG Consulting (BearingPoint) (1998-01-01 to 2000-01-01)

• Partner and Co-Founder at Ambrose Consulting (1996-01-01 to 1998-01-01)

• Consultant at Andersen Consulting (Accenture) (1994-01-01 to