Ana Giorgi
Ana Giorgi is an Executive Director in Global Subsidiary Banking within Corporate & Investment Banking at Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, based in Houston, Texas. In this role, she focuses on delivering tailored corporate and transactional banking solutions to multinational clients, with a strong emphasis on supporting cross-border growth strategies. Her work leverages BBVA’s strengths in sustainability finance and its deep presence across Europe and Latin America to build long-term strategic partnerships with global corporations. She brings more than 25 years of experience in banking and financial services, including senior leadership roles at J.P. Morgan and HSBC. Throughout her career, she has specialized in payments, global trade, structured trade finance, and corporate banking, working extensively with Fortune 500 companies and multinational clients. Her expertise spans energy, oil and gas, industrials, tech and consumer sectors, with a consistent focus on complex, cross-border financial solutions. Originally from Brazil, Ana Giorgi began her career in South America before expanding into international markets, bringing a multilingual and multicultural perspective that supports her work across Europe, Asia, and Latin America. She has also been actively involved in BBVA’s Women in Leadership initiatives, helping organize mentorship, networking, and community engagement efforts. In addition to her professional responsibilities, she contributes to leadership development within the organization while balancing her role as a parent and community volunteer in Houston.
• Series 79 - Investment Banking Rep.
• North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA) Securities License
• FINRA Securities License
• Honored Listee
• Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul - B.B.A.
• FINRA
• BBVA Women in Leadership (WIL) Committee
• Dress for Success Houston
• Children's School Volunteering
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to my overall journey, combining 25 years of experience in my field, including 15 years as an executive director, with a strong academic and international foundation. Originally from Brazil, I was educated at a highly competitive public university and later completed a specialization in finance, both of which prepared me for a demanding global career. My experience in oil and gas and multinational environments has allowed me to deliver value to clients across complex industries. As a mother of three, I am also deeply motivated to balance a successful career with family life, striving to make a positive impact in both.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
Never stop learning and treat others like you would like to be treated.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this industry is that we need you. Don’t worry about being the only woman in the room. Lean in, show your ideas, and find your voice. Make mistakes. Use your network to help you along the way. Build your village. It requires dedication, resilience, and balance, but it is absolutely worth it.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest opportunities and challenges in my field right now is the fast paced changes in the macro environment and AI. From a personal perspective, finding the right balance between stepping into a new role at a bank—where I am still building depth and impact after one year—and being fully present as a mother to my three children. Professionally, it is an opportunity to continue learning, adapting, and contributing in a dynamic financial environment, while personally, it requires intentional focus and prioritization to ensure I am showing up meaningfully in both areas of my life.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Making a difference is the core value that guides both my professional and personal life. At work, I am involved in BBVA’s Women in Leadership (WIL) committee, where we lead initiatives such as Women’s Month events, networking sessions, and community outreach, including volunteering efforts like Dress for Success in Houston, and I also help lead the newly launched Houston WIL chapter. At home, I prioritize being present for my three children by actively participating in their school, sports, and extracurricular activities. Overall, I focus on building meaningful relationships, adding value to clients and the community, and opening doors for others while staying engaged in my family life.