Hermilo C.

About Hermilo C.

Global technology executive with 20+ years of cross-industry leadership driving enterprise transformation at scale. Today, my focus is on architecting and operationalizing Applied AI, Machine Learning, Intelligent Automation, and Data-Driven Operating Models that unlock measurable business value.I specialize in bridging strategy and execution — transforming traditional IT landscapes into AI-enabled, cloud-native, intelligent enterprises. My work integrates enterprise architecture, AI innovation, and operational excellence to modernize how organizations design, build, and run technology.I help organizations:• Design and implement AI-powered digital transformation strategies• Build scalable data and AI platforms across AWS, Azure, and OCI• Architect intelligent workflows, agentic systems, and automation frameworks• Modernize ERP and enterprise ecosystems (Oracle, JD Edwards, SAP S/4HANA) with AI augmentation• Establish governance models for AI ethics, risk, compliance, and cybersecurity• Lead global, multi-cultural teams executing complex, large-scale transformation initiativesCore ExpertiseApplied Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning • Enterprise AI strategy and roadmap development • LLM-powered automation and decision intelligence • Intelligent process automation (RPA + AI orchestration) • AI-driven analytics and predictive modelingEnterprise & Cloud Architecture • TOGAF-based enterprise architecture • Cloud-native architectures (AWS, Azure, OCI) • ERP modernization & AI augmentation • Data platforms, BI, and real-time analytics ecosystemsDigital Transformation Leadership • Operating model design • Risk and regulatory-aware innovation • Program execution across 13+ countries • Building and leading high-performing global teams

Experience

1. Head of Technology Ai Innovation & Enablement

   Baker McKenzie

   Nov 2024 — Present · Miami-Fort Lauderdale, FL, US

   As Head of AI Innovation & Enablement at Baker McKenzie, I lead the firm’s global Enterprise AI strategy — architecting and operationalizing AI-enabled legal service delivery across 45+ jurisdictions.My mandate extends beyond experimentation. I am responsible for embedding Applied AI, Generative AI, Intelligent Automation, and advanced data capabilities into the firm’s core operating model — modernizing how we deliver legal services at global scale while ensuring regulatory, ethical, and security compliance.I oversee the integration of AI across innovation, data, systems engineering, and enterprise architecture functions to transform Baker McKenzie into a structured, AI-enabled enterprise.Strategic Leadership & Enterprise AI Governance • Define and execute the firm-wide Enterprise AI roadmap aligned with Executive Committee and CIO priorities • Establish AI governance, risk, compliance, and ethical frameworks for multi-jurisdictional deployment (GDPR, data sovereignty, confidentiality) • Design AI capability models and scalable Centers of Excellence • Implement structured AI intake, prioritization, and value realization processesAI-Enabled Legal Service Transformation • Architect and deploy GenAI-powered legal research, drafting, and document intelligence solutions • Integrate AI into core systems (DMS, ERP, knowledge platforms) to augment lawyer productivity • Drive intelligent workflow automation across legal and business operations • Lead agentic AI experimentation for next-generation legal service modelsIntelligent Data Strategy & AI Readiness • Establish firm-wide data governance frameworks to enable trustworthy AI • Modernize data platforms to support advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and LLM integration • Develop “AI-ready” data architectures ensuring security, traceability, and compliance • Champion responsible AI practices, including bias mitigation and model validation

Education

• Instituto Politécnico Nacional

  BS, Informatics

  1987 — 1993

• Florida International University

  PMP

  2007 — 2007