Raymond Velez

Raymond Velez is the Executive Vice President (EVP) and Chief Technology Officer for Customer Data Solutions at Publicis Sapient, a role he has held since February 2019. In this position, he focuses on delivering technology and data-driven solutions to clients by leveraging the capabilities of Publicis Groupe, integrating digital heritage with industry-leading identity data assets and engineering expertise to address challenges in experience and enterprise optimization using machine learning and data.1

Career Background

• Publicis Sapient: As EVP & CTO, Velez leads initiatives that combine technology and data to enhance client solutions.
• Razorfish: Prior to joining Publicis Sapient, he served as the Global CTO at Razorfish for over 20 years, where he was responsible for leading the technology community and engaging in system architecture.1
• Other Roles: His earlier experience includes positions as a Technology Director at Razorfish and a Technical Team Leader at Cambridge Technology Partners, where he worked on significant projects for major clients like Major League Baseball and Pepsi.1

Education

Velez holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Computer Science and Philosophy from Boston University, which he completed between 1988 and 1992. He has also received several honors, including the 2015 Boston University Distinguished Alumni Award and recognition as one of the Top 100 most influential Hispanic professionals in the IT industry by the Hispanic IT Executive Council in 2017.1

Certifications

He is a Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®), a credential he obtained from the Scrum Alliance in September 2011.1

Raymond Velez's extensive background in technology architecture and leadership positions him as a significant figure in driving innovative solutions within the digital landscape.