About Gonzalo Ferres
Gonzalo Ferres, CTO, is recognized for his efforts in promoting financial inclusion and education through various initiatives including a program to reduce gender gaps in credit access and the MONET app which features referral benefits and special discounts.
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Gonzalo Ferres, serving as the Chief Technology Officer, has initiated several impactful programs aimed at enhancing financial inclusion and education. He launched a significant program focused on reducing gender disparities in access to credit, thereby promoting equality. Ferres has also been instrumental in implementing a referral section within the MONET app, which not only provides users with additional earning opportunities but also includes special discount coupons for back-to-school expenses, further easing financial burdens for families.
In addition to these financial solutions, Ferres actively engages with the community by organizing events across Colombia and running a personal finance blog that educates on financial management. His efforts have notably led to over 171,000 positive reports to credit bureaus in just six months, significantly improving the financial health of many users. Ferres also spearheaded the Monet tour in Colombia, a project designed to uncover and share inspiring business and life stories, culminating in awarding COP 1,000,000 to a standout entrepreneur. Furthermore, he manages a community on Telegram that participates in award-winning activities, fostering a supportive network for financial empowerment.
About Monet
Monet is a fintech company providing payroll-backed loans and cash advances to employees in Latin America, with offices in Miami, FL, USA and Bogotá, Colombia, and also offering remote services.