Ronan Donnelly — Chief Operations Officer | Executive Committee Member · SimCorp

I am a global technology operator with a track record of scaling SaaS and financial technology businesses, expanding EBITDA, and leading complex enterprise transformation.

As Chief Operations Officer at SimCorp, I lead enterprise-wide transformation to accelerate SaaS adoption, simplify the operating model, and improve margin performance. I am a member of the Executive Committee and Chair of the firm-wide AI Board, responsible for shaping enterprise AI strategy and launching a global AI Center of Excellence.

Previously, I was appointed to build and scale SimCorp’s SaaS business, growing ARR to €120m+ with approximately 40% annual growth while delivering sustained margin expansion. I have integrated global organizations of 700+ FTE, redesigned operating models, and established low-cost delivery centers to structurally improve operating leverage.

Across my career, I have: • Managed P&Ls up to $120m • Increased EBIT by 217% in a managed services transformation • Delivered 68% margin expansion on a $30m business • Executed acquisition integrations • Repositioned businesses ahead of strategic transactions

My leadership philosophy centers on disciplined execution, commercial acceleration, operating simplification, and transparent KPI cadence. I focus on building scalable, predictable, and exit-ready businesses.