Yuri Ter-Saakyants

Chief Technology Officer at OppFi

Glenview, Illinois, United States

About Yuri Ter-Saakyants

Yuri Ter-Saakyants is Chief Technology Officer at OppFi. Location: Glenview, Illinois, United States.

I strengthen businesses by quickly understanding user needs, establishing robust IT infrastructures, and solving enterprise problems with a blend of innovation and the thoughtful application of technology. Whether we’re working with our C-suite to architect game-changing solutions or transforming products/platforms into revenue generating machines, my focus on recruiting talent, driving digital transformation, and quickly adapting to changes helps me lead teams to achieve results. As a data-driven and entrepreneurial leader, I know how to get my team on the same page by removing bottlenecks to strengthen our overall business operations. I leverage a blend of KPIs, OKRs, my ability to gain stakeholder buy-in, and 20+ years of success across technology leadership to get the job done. Throughout my career as a CTO, trusted business partner to senior leaders, and technical consultant, my team members have come to know me as an innovative change agent with an unrivaled work ethic who coaches directors, managers, and development staff to deliver actionable results. My ability to foster environments that promote transparency and talent for aligning technology roadmaps with long-range business plans not only drives productivity but also empowers executive boards with actionable intelligence. Over the years, I’ve worn many hats and developed a unique ability to manage multi-disciplinary projects and overcome challenges. But actual experience has taught me that my professional value boils down to the following: ● I develop world-class development teams and architect business solutions that enable organizations to achieve their growth goals. ● Silos and fiefdoms = stagnation. I use collaboration, training, and transparency to become a better leader and person. ● I achieve results by leading from the front and getting my team to focus on the big picture.

Skills

  • Start-ups
  • Software Development
  • Leadership

Additional experience

  • Chief Technology Officer

    Insureon

    February 2012 – December 2020

Education

  • Masters, DePaul Driehaus College of Business
  • Computer Engineering, University of Illinois Chicago