Ricardo SalgadoFounder

United States - New York, New York

Experienced engineering leader with a deep technical background and a passion for well-thought-out, scalable, highly reliable code. I'm able to bridge the gap between product and engineering requirements and have successfully managed large engineering teams around the globe using agile methodologies.

After a career in global finance, I chose to roll up my sleeves and build a company that addressed the inefficiencies in the freight space. I returned to my engineering roots and am applying everything I learned at Goldman Sachs to Loadsmart.

Loadsmart is revolutionizing transportation logistics by inserting transformative technology to reimagine the entire truckload shipment lifecycle. We are not happy with the status quo. We believe there is a better, more efficient and socially responsible way to move freight across the world.

I’m passionate about technology, innovation and improving the world and I firmly believe in learning by doing. I'm also energized about giving back in dynamic and collaborative settings. As a Georgia Tech alum, member of the Georgia Tech Foundation, ISyE Advisory Board and a "Mentor Jacket," I'm able to participate in a thriving tech ecosystem which promotes creativity, entrepreneurship and progress.

My favorite quote: “You don’t regret what you do, you regret what you don’t do.“ - Mark Twain

In my spare time (which is very limited), I love to kitesurf!