Sergio Raposo Frade serves as an Executive Board Member at Caixa Central, the central bank of the Crédito Agrícola Group (CA Group), one of Portugal's leading cooperative banking institutions. With a robust portfolio of responsibilities, Sergio oversees critical areas such as finance and asset management,...
Sergio Raposo Frade serves as an Executive Board Member at Caixa Central, the central bank of the Crédito Agrícola Group (CA Group), one of Portugal's leading cooperative banking institutions. With a robust portfolio of responsibilities, Sergio oversees critical areas such as finance and asset management, planning and control, accounting and tax, as well as procurement and support services, effectively functioning as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the organization. His strategic leadership is pivotal in managing the CA Group's extensive net assets, which exceed €19 billion, and in ensuring the financial health and operational efficiency of a cooperative banking group that serves over 1.2 million clients and boasts more than 400,000 members.
Sergio's expertise in corporate finance, structured finance, and asset management is complemented by his previous role as a Manager at CA Consult, the advisory arm of the CA Group, where he honed his skills in management consulting and financial analysis. His tenure as a Board Member of CA Gest SGFIM, SA, further solidified his proficiency in navigating the complexities of asset management within the cooperative banking sector. Currently, he is spearheading key projects aimed at enhancing the Group's treasury operations and optimizing financial performance through innovative financial modeling and business analysis techniques. Sergio's commitment to excellence in team management and strategic planning positions him as a vital asset in driving the CA Group's mission to provide sustainable financial solutions to its members and clients, reinforcing its status as a cornerstone of Portugal's cooperative banking landscape.