Belinda Pestana

As EY Americas Deputy Vice Chair – Tax, Belinda collaborates with the Americas Vice Chair – Tax to develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for over 16,000 professionals in more than 30 countries. She also is a member of the EY Global Tax Executive Committee and the EY Americas Tax Leadership team.

With over 30 years of experience in public accounting, Belinda has assisted some of the largest global firms with their tax strategy and planning needs. Prior to her current role, Belinda served as the EY Americas Tax Financial Services Leader, where she oversaw nearly 4,000 Tax professionals across banking and capital markets, insurance, wealth and asset management, and real estate.

Belinda received her master’s degree in Taxation from Seton Hall University. She is also a CPA licensed in the state of New York.

How Belinda is shaping the future with confidence

Belinda is a leader who is passionate about empowering her teams, tapping into their talents and motivations. As a champion for the advancement of women and underrepresented groups, she is a committed mentor and sponsor whose support has been instrumental in the growth and success of countless leaders. Belinda’s dedication to belonging also extends beyond the boundaries of the EY organization through collaboration with clients and industry organizations on strategies and programming.

She is an active member of the Americas Inclusiveness Advisory Council and the Global Inclusiveness Steering Committee. Additionally, Belinda’s work with the Latinx Professional Network also serves to inspire change and progress across the broader business community. She has also been recognized by Fortune magazine as one of the Top 50 Most Powerful Latinas in America.