Oscar Salazar Bio

Best known for his role as founding Chief Technology Officer at Uber Technologies, Dr. Salazar developed the prototype and led the architectural design of the app that revolutionized transportation, logistics and even food delivery. Following that radical innovation, Dr. Salazar has been providing his expertise in the design and architecture of innovative products and systems for companies in the U.S., Latin America and Europe (e.g., Pager, Rubicon Global, Cornershop, Frete.com, Socure, etc.). A visionary entrepreneur and change maker, Dr. Salazar has personally invested in several startups over the years. This has allowed him to develop a vast network and deep knowledge of technology trends. Dr. Salazar’s experience and insights make him a leader in a fast-moving and changing world, where he is suited to provide strategic and marketing advice to help companies and their leadership adapt and thrive. Dr. Salazar’s academic background includes a bachelor’s degree in Science, a master’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering and a PhD in Telecommunications. These degrees have supported his achievements across three continents and are a reflection of his commitment to the industry.