Jose David Aguilera

Technology Transformation Leader|AI Innovation Architect|Cloud-First Strategist

Strategic Focus Areas

Technology Transformation

  • Cloud-native architecture strategy
  • Serverless-first approach
  • Strategic technology adoption
  • AWS service optimization

Innovation Leadership

  • AI/ML implementation strategy
  • Emerging technology evaluation
  • Business value optimization
  • Patent development

Business Unit Excellence

  • Optimal team scaling
  • High-performance culture building
  • Efficiency through automation
  • Cross-functional alignment

Transformation Journey

Present
Enterprise AI Transformation

Vice President of Engineering of Aerial Products

Verisk

Jan 2021 - Present

  • Leading enterprise-wide data federation strategy leveraging cloud-native architecture
  • Spearheading generative AI initiatives for next-generation insurance solutions
  • Driving patent development in computer vision and machine learning
  • Building high-performing engineering teams focused on serverless architecture
Organizational Transformation

Vice President of Engineering

Geomni a Verisk Business

Sep 2018 - Jan 2021

  • Orchestrated successful corporate division spin-off maintaining operational excellence
  • Unified ML/CV technology strategy across US and Europe
  • Implemented cloud-first architecture reducing technical debt
  • Led distributed teams across multiple regions with focus on innovation
Jan 2021
Sep 2018
Innovation Leadership

Assistant Vice President

Geomni a Verisk Business

Feb 2016 - Sep 2018

  • Established strategic university partnerships enhancing ML/CV capabilities
  • Unified global machine learning and computer vision expertise centers
  • Implemented automated cloud deployment pipelines
  • Created sustainable technical talent development programs
Startup Leadership

CEO & Founder

AMS Geomatics

Aug 2012 - Mar 2015

  • Founded and scaled geospatial technology venture
  • Developed strategic insurance market partnerships
  • Architected cloud-based ML/CV solutions
  • Successfully led company through acquisition by Verisk
Mar 2015

Innovation & Impact

Innovation Leadership

Driving next-generation computer vision and machine learning solutions in aerial imaging, with multiple patent-pending innovations transforming insurance technology.

Computer VisionMachine LearningPatent DevelopmentInsurance Tech

Cloud Architecture Innovation

Pioneered serverless-first approaches and cloud-native architectures, significantly reducing complexity while enhancing scalability and performance.

ServerlessAWSCloud-NativeArchitecture

Team Transformation

Expert in optimizing mid-sized technical organizations, building high-performing teams that consistently deliver innovative solutions.

LeadershipTeam BuildingCulturePerformance

Strategic Partnerships

Established key academic and industry partnerships, creating sustainable innovation ecosystems and talent pipelines.

PartnershipsInnovationTalent Development

Business Impact

Successfully led multiple organizational transformations, including corporate spin-offs and strategic acquisitions.

M&ATransformationStrategy

Global Leadership

Led distributed teams across US and Europe, unifying technology strategies and fostering innovation across borders.

Global TeamsCultural LeadershipTechnology Strategy

Latest Insights

Cloud Strategy202412 min read

The Cloud-Native Organization: Cloud Patterns for Modern Business

An exploration of how organizations can adopt cloud-native principles to transform their business operations, enhance scalability, and drive innovation in the modern digital landscape.

Cloud NativeDigital TransformationEnterprise ArchitectureModernization
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Enterprise AI Strategy202410 min read

From Concept to Execution: A Data Federation Implementation Roadmap for AI Success

A strategic blueprint for implementing data federation across enterprise environments. Discover practical steps for unifying disparate data sources, optimizing data accessibility, and establishing the robust foundation needed for scalable AI initiatives.

Data FederationAIEnterprise ArchitectureImplementation
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Enterprise Strategy20248 min read

Data Federation: The Foundation of Enterprise AI

Explore how data federation transforms enterprise AI initiatives by breaking down data silos, enabling seamless access across distributed systems, and accelerating machine learning deployments.

Enterprise AIData StrategyDigital Transformation
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Beyond Technology

Bringing diverse perspectives to technology leadership

Strategic Business Acumen

MIT Sloan School - Pricing Strategy and Analytics

Leveraging data analytics for strategic decision-making and business innovation

Global Leadership

Cross-Cultural Team Building

Experience leading and unifying teams across US and European markets

Performance Focus

Endurance Sports Enthusiast

Applying athletic discipline and goal-setting principles to technology leadership

Continuous Innovation

Technology Exploration

Regular engagement with emerging technologies and serverless architectures