Enrique Mertins

Chief Technology Officer at Stella Legal

Bradenton, Florida, United States

About Enrique Mertins

Enrique Mertins is Chief Technology Officer at Stella Legal. Location: Bradenton, Florida, United States.

I serve as Chief Technology Officer at Stella Legal, where I lead AI and machine learning strategy, cybersecurity, and enterprise platform transformation across legal and data services. My focus is on applying AI to real-world legal workflows, including contract lifecycle management, e-discovery, first-pass review automation, and the adoption of emerging legal technologies. I drive the adoption of advanced AI capabilities, including agent-based systems, to modernize how legal organizations manage data, risk, and decision-making. This includes integrating AI into core platforms, strengthening cybersecurity posture, and building scalable, compliant architectures aligned with frameworks such as ISO 27001, SOC, and CMMC. With over 20 years of experience across legal, financial services, healthcare, tax, and defense sectors, I have operated across both executive leadership and individual contributor roles. I also serve as a Commander in the U.S. Army Reserve, where I lead personnel, operations, and mission readiness in a highly structured and accountability-driven environment. This combination allows me to bridge strategy and execution, translating complex technologies into practical, business-driven solutions. My background spans startups and global enterprises, where I have led product and platform initiatives in payments, cloud infrastructure, and large-scale digital transformation, and adoption of AI/ML platforms. In addition to my role at Stella Legal, I advise organizations on AI strategy, cybersecurity, and enterprise modernization, working closely with executive teams to implement scalable, outcome-driven solutions.

Skills

  • Competitive Analysis
  • Infrastructure
  • Strategic Technology Initiatives

Additional experience

  • Chief Technology Officer

    Strategic Business Solutions

    Started December 2025

Education

  • Masters of Science, Nova Southeastern University
  • Certificate, Auburn University