César Augusto Salcedo Villacres
Hartford,CT
Summary
Automotive technology specialist with 18 years of industry experience, including over a decade in the used-vehicle ecosystem. Founder of ConsultaYa! and AutoCheck, two high-impact Peruvian ventures recognized for advancing digital transparency, regulatory compliance, and standardized mechanical inspection. Expert in diagnostic workflow architecture, structured data acquisition, fraud-detection logic, and AWS serverless scaling. Currently leading the research and technical design of GearCheckAuto, a U.S.-based initiative focused on modernizing consumer protection and vehicle-inspection standards, fully aligned with F-2 regulatory requirements.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder (Research Phase Only – Not a Commercial Entity)
GearCheckAuto
Hartford, USA
04.2025 - Current
- Conducts comparative research of DOT, NHTSA, and state-level vehicle inspection regulations to identify structural gaps in the U.S. used-vehicle ecosystem.
- Designs high-level algorithmic scoring frameworks to adapt the AutoScore methodology to U.S. mechanical patterns and failure modes.
- Develops conceptual micro-hub deployment models to evaluate future regional scalability in non-commercial contexts.
- Builds preliminary diagnostic workflow structures and internal prototypes for evidence-capture logic (photo, metadata, and inspection checkpoints).
- Studies consumer-protection challenges affecting financing, insurance, fraud detection, and odometer integrity, focusing on regulatory and technical considerations.
- Evaluates the feasibility of integrating predictive mechanical analytics and AI-assisted defect modeling from a research standpoint.
- Develops non-commercial prototype environments of GearCheckAuto’s web platform and AutoScore system using U.S.-based cloud servers exclusively for research, technical modeling, and architectural validation.
- Conducts controlled internal testing of diagnostic workflows to validate technical feasibility without providing services, interacting with customers, or engaging in commercial activity.
- Exploratory venture focused solely on research, conceptual modeling, system design, and regulatory analysis of the U.S. used-vehicle diagnostic ecosystem. No commercial, employment, client-facing, or revenue-generating activity.
- All work remains strictly pre-operational and research-focused under full F-2 compliance.
Founder & CEO
ConsultaYa!
San Borja, Peru
01.2023 - Current
- Architected multi‑layer data ingestion pipelines integrating more than 25 public and private sources.
- Implemented fraud‑detection logic, anomaly identification, and risk‑pattern indicators.
- Migrated reporting infrastructure to AWS Lambda and DynamoDB, reducing latency from minutes to seconds.
- Positioned the company as a national reference for pre‑purchase data transparency.
- Recognized as Finalist in StartUp Perú 10G (Project EIN‑2‑P‑661‑23).
- Incubated by NEXUM PUCP. Led the creation of Peru’s first large‑scale historic‑legal vehicle reporting platform using automated scraping, data normalization, and cross‑source verification.
Founder & Director
AutoCheck
San Borja, Lima
01.2022 - Current
- Developed technician workflow modules enabling structured photographic evidence and OBD‑II capture.
- Supervised nationwide operations delivering over 4,000 professional inspections.
- Established B2B technical partnerships with Maquinarias, WIGO Motors, Autosummit, and Santa Clara.
- Implemented KPI dashboards improving turnaround time, quality scoring, and operational consistency.
- Designed and led a mobile diagnostic inspection service with a proprietary 150‑checkpoint evaluation framework.
Operations Manager / Sell‑In Manager / Head of Sell‑In & Logistics
OLX Autos
Surquillo, Lima
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Managed monthly vehicle acquisition budgets of up to USD 4 million.
- Optimized national stock rotation, increasing profitability and reducing aging inventory.
- Directed multi‑channel appraisal teams (on‑site, remote, home‑visit).
- Built pricing methodologies aligned to elasticity, demand patterns, and depreciation curves.
- Strengthened digital acquisition funnels, increasing conversions and lead quality.
- Led operational, warehouse, quality control, and documentation alignment under unified KPIs.
- Part of OLX Group / Prosus / Naspers — one of the largest global tech conglomerates.
Administrative & Commercial Manager
AUTOdiagnóstico
Miraflores, Lima
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Directed alliances with Maquinarias, Acceso Crediticio, Neoauto, and OLX.
- Strengthened financial, administrative, and commercial planning.
- Authored and defended the winning proposal for StartUp Perú 5G (as senior manager, not founder).
- Boosted digital visibility through coordinated content, pricing, and customer‑education strategies.
- Played a key managerial role in one of Peru’s earliest automotive inspection startups, incubated by UTEC Ventures.
Junior Administrator & Treasury Lead
Universidad ORVAL
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Managed treasury operations and financial controls.
- Supported enrollment campaigns and internal process optimization.
- Liaised between academic directors and administrative departments to streamline operations.
Customer Advisory / Chief Senior Advisor
Banco de Crédito del Perú (BCP)
Miraflores, Lima
01.2007 - 01.2013
- Led customer‑experience processes and ensured compliance with financial protocols.
- Drove adoption of digital banking channels.
- Managed sales pipelines and financial‑product guidance.
- Handled cash operations, reconciliation, and high‑volume transactions.
Education
MBA Studies -
Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola (USIL) / CIU Miami
11.2025
Bachelor’s Degree - Economics
Universidad Inca Garcilaso de la Vega
Diploma - Finance
Universidad Ricardo Palma
Diploma - Marketing & Commercial Management
Universidad Ricardo Palma
Academic Degree Evaluation - U.S. equivalency granted as Bachelor’s Degree in Economics
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USASkills
Technical (Conceptual):
Digital Product Architecture Diagnostic Workflow Design Data-Flow & Integration Planning Evidence-Capture Frameworks Fraud/Anomaly Pattern Interpretation Algorithmic Scoring Logic (AutoScore) Historic-Legal Verification Frameworks Cross-Source Data Correlation
Product & Operations:
Process Optimization Digital Workflow Design Requirements Definition Technical-Vendor Oversight KPI Frameworks & Dashboards Inspection Standardization Risk-Scoring Criteria Design Scalability & Micro-Hub Modeling
Documentary & Risk Analysis:
Multi-Source Document Validation Ownership & Title Consistency Review Odometer & VIN Traceability Fraud Pattern Identification Regulatory & Compliance Alignment Data Normalization Criteria
Leadership:
Startup Management Cross-Functional Team Coordination Strategic Planning Stakeholder & B2B Partnership Development Decision-Making Communication & Team Development
Affiliations
SAE International, Active Member
Awards
- Finalist, StartUp Perú 10G, ConsultaYa!, EIN‑2‑P‑661‑23
- Contributor, StartUp Perú 5G Award, AUTOdiagnóstico, as Administrative & Commercial Manager
- Nominated, OLX Autos Peru Grand Prix, regional nomination; not winner
Projects
AutoScore Algorithm, Multi variable mechanical scoring engine with defect‑severity weighting, photographic evidence logic, and technician‑input normalization. Inspection Management Platform (IMP), Digital workflow enabling 150+ mechanical checkpoints, OBD‑II capture, and technician QA controls. AWS Serverless Migration (ConsultaYa!), Designed Lambda‑based architecture reducing report‑delivery latency from minutes to seconds. GearCheckAuto (USA – Research Phase Only), Conceptual venture focused on inspection‑gap analysis, regulatory research, predictive analytics modeling, and micro‑hub operational frameworks. No commercial or employment activity.
Locations
- Hartford, Connecticut, 06114, USA
- Lima, Lima, Peru
Conferences And Speaking Engagements
- AGESAN (Association of Graduates of ESAN University), Entrepreneurship in the Automotive Market: Transparency, Risk, and Consumer Protection
- Universidad ORVAL, Content Marketing Strategies for Digital Platforms
- Universidad ORVAL, Entrepreneurship and Commercial Strategy for University Students
- Universidad ORVAL, Personal Finance: Economic Challenges and Decision‑Making
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Timeline
Founder (Research Phase Only – Not a Commercial Entity)
GearCheckAuto
04.2025 - Current
Founder & CEO
ConsultaYa!
01.2023 - Current
Founder & Director
AutoCheck
01.2022 - Current
Operations Manager / Sell‑In Manager / Head of Sell‑In & Logistics
OLX Autos
01.2020 - 01.2022
Administrative & Commercial Manager
AUTOdiagnóstico
01.2017 - 01.2019
Junior Administrator & Treasury Lead
Universidad ORVAL
01.2014 - 01.2017
Customer Advisory / Chief Senior Advisor
Banco de Crédito del Perú (BCP)
01.2007 - 01.2013
MBA Studies -
Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola (USIL) / CIU Miami
Bachelor’s Degree - Economics
Universidad Inca Garcilaso de la Vega
Diploma - Finance
Universidad Ricardo Palma
Diploma - Marketing & Commercial Management
Universidad Ricardo Palma
Academic Degree Evaluation - U.S. equivalency granted as Bachelor’s Degree in Economics
Trustforte