Ernesto Pagano

Ernesto Pagano is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in management consulting and finance. Currently serving as Managing Director & Senior Partner at Boston Consulting Group since August 2010, Ernesto holds multiple titles, including Global Media Sector Leader and Principal, with a focus on business development and project management in education-related topics. Prior roles include Project Leader, where strategic plans for a US public university were developed, and Consultant, working on diverse corporate development projects across various industries. Previous experience at Merrill Lynch from July 2005 to July 2008 includes serving as Senior Analyst, leading due diligence for private equity clients, and contributing to multiple M&A deals as an Associate and Analyst. Ernesto holds dual MBA degrees from Harvard University and Harvard Business School and a Bachelor's degree from Università Bocconi, along with studying finance as an exchange student at the University of Pennsylvania.