Cecilia Ma. Fortin Hesse, MBA, CPA, AFA, CRCA

Cecilia Ma. Fortin Hesse, MBA, CPA, AFA, CRCA, is an accomplished actuary and financial expert with over a decade of experience spanning public institutions, multinational corporations, and nonprofit organizations. Currently based in New York as part of Crowe's Actuarial team, Cecilia specializes in actuarial valuation, risk assessment, and financial analysis for central banks, insurance companies, and both public and private pension funds. She brings deep expertise in areas such as IAS 19 employee benefits evaluation, actuarial auditing, and social security reserves, consistently turning complex data into actionable financial insight.

Throughout her career, Cecilia has held diverse roles including Financial Controller, Management Consultant, and Auditor, offering a rare blend of actuarial precision and financial leadership. Her work includes mergers and acquisitions advisory, ERP implementation, internal controls, and forensic auditing. Her practical experience is matched by an impressive academic background, holding a Master’s in Actuarial Science and an MBA in Accounting and Finance, as well as certifications as an anti-fraud and anti-money laundering specialist. Cecilia is known for her ability to transform ambiguity into strategic direction, especially in high-stakes environments.

Beyond her professional roles, Cecilia is passionate about leadership, ethics, and human rights. She is the Founder and Managing Director of Club Provida, an international youth-focused advocacy group, and leads development initiatives for teens through Provida Latam. With a results-driven mindset and a commitment to integrity, Cecilia thrives in dynamic environments where innovation, impact, and accountability intersect.

• Actuario Certificado
• Auditor Forense Antifraude
• Certificado en Riesgos y Cumplimiento Antifraude, Anticorrupción y Antilavado

• Universidad InterNaciones - Master's degree
• UNIS Business School - Master's degree
• Universidad Tecnológica Centroamericana - Licentiate degree