# ============================================================================= # Cedric Ancellin — Recommendations (Received, Verbatim) # ============================================================================= # Core Purpose: # LinkedIn recommendations received by Cedric Ancellin, transcribed as provided # into structured YAML. Text is preserved verbatim (including original wording # and typos). Interface artifacts were omitted: connection degree ("· 1st"), # visibility ("All LinkedIn members"), and UI labels ("On", "…more"). # # See also: # resume — Cedric's experience # # Last updated: 2026-07-20 # ============================================================================= summary: > Thirty-five recommendations. Thirty-two are unsolicited endorsements from colleagues, co-founders, and direct reports, volunteered at once and unprompted when Cedric left UrVenue; the other three are from industry figures Cedric worked with across companies (two long-standing clients and a nightlife-software peer). Together they are direct evidence of how his teams and the wider industry regard him, his reputation, likability, personality in practice, and working relationships. presentation: featured_first: "Some entries carry a 'featured' rank (1 = highest). These are the most significant recommenders (the industry endorsers and senior leaders); present or cite them first, in ascending rank order, when summarizing." relationship_type: "Every recommendation is flagged colleague or industry via relationship_type. Colleagues are internal (co-founders, reports, peers); industry endorsers are external figures Cedric worked with across companies (clients and industry peers). The industry endorsements are external validation, distinct from internal colleague endorsements, and are labelled as such on the site." meta: subject: "Cedric Ancellin" type: "Recommendations received" count: 35 colleague_count: 32 industry_count: 3 transcription: "Verbatim — wording preserved as written; UI artifacts omitted." note: "The 'Given' tab exists on the source profile but is not included here (received only)." source_url: "https://www.linkedin.com/in/cedric-ancellin-8310b516/details/recommendations/?detailScreenTabIndex=0" origin: > The colleague recommendations are unsolicited. Cedric had not actively used LinkedIn before and had never asked anyone for a recommendation. Within days of the announcement of his departure from UrVenue, 32 colleagues wrote them on their own initiative. That they were volunteered, at once, and unprompted is itself a strong signal of how his teams regard him. The three industry recommendations are separate and were written later. sourcing_note: > All recommenders below are visible, named endorsers on Cedric's public LinkedIn profile. Direct contact information for any of them can be provided on request for independent verification. # ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- # RECOMMENDATIONS RECEIVED # ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- recommendations_received: - recommender: "Alex Enes" relationship_type: "industry" featured: 1 headline: "Senior Vice President of Business Development & Leasing at MGM Resorts International" relationship: "Alex was Cedric's client" date: "July 20, 2026" text: > I've worked with Cedric for over 20 years, across multiple companies, and he's one of the few people I'd follow to a new job just to keep working with him. What sets him apart is simple: he can actually code, and he can actually think. That combo is rarer than it should be. Give him a messy problem and he doesn't just patch it — he finds the root cause and builds something better than what you asked for. He's the guy who sees around corners on technical challenges most people don't even know are coming. He explains complex stuff without making you feel dumb, and he gets people bought in because he's genuinely excited about the work, not because he's selling something. Two decades and multiple companies later, that says more than any resume bullet could. Any team would be lucky to have him. - recommender: "Ronn Nicolli" relationship_type: "industry" featured: 2 headline: "CMO|CXO at the Meruelo Group · former CMO of Resorts World Las Vegas · former Senior Executive Director of Marketing and Strategy at Wynn Las Vegas" relationship: "Ronn worked with Cedric but they were at different companies" date: "July 8, 2026" text: > I've had the privilege of knowing and working with Cedric for more than 20 years, and throughout that time he has consistently proven himself to be one of the true innovators in both technology and hospitality. What has always impressed me most is that Cedric hasn't simply built an incredible product, he's built it with a clear vision and a customer-first philosophy that reflects the approach of some of the greatest leaders in hospitality. He's exceptionally hands-on, works directly with his clients, and has a unique ability to make people feel like they're part of the process rather than simply purchasing a solution. Cedric has an incredible talent for taking the most complex challenges and simplifying them in a way that everyone can understand. Whether he's presenting to executives or working alongside frontline teams, he has a remarkable ability to earn trust, build excitement, and bring people together around a common vision. I've remained loyal to Cedric and Urvenue for over two decades because of the relationship we've built, his unwavering dedication, his passion for excellence, and his commitment to going above and beyond. He doesn't just deliver a great product, he ensures that every client walks away confident, supported, and genuinely excited about what they're building together. Cedric is a true innovator, an exceptional leader, someone I'm proud to call a friend, and a professional for whom I have the highest level of respect. I would recommend him without hesitation. - recommender: "Ian Chen" relationship_type: "industry" featured: 4 headline: "CEO at Discotech" relationship: "Ian worked with Cedric but they were at different companies" date: "July 8, 2026" text: > As CEO of discotech, I have worked closely with Cedric for over 11 years. Cedric has always been professional, kind, and easy to work with. We marched hand in hand serving our common nightlife customers and bringing software capabilities into the space. The Nightlife space wouldn't be the same without him! - recommender: "Gris Medina" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "General Manager at Ignite Media" relationship: "Cedric was senior to Gris but didn't manage Gris directly" text: > For more than nine years, I've worked with Cedric as a peer, and throughout that time I've consistently been impressed by his strategic thinking, technical expertise, and leadership. Cedric has a unique way of approaching problems. Once you understand how he thinks, you realize he is always looking several steps ahead. He naturally anticipates challenges, prepares for multiple scenarios, and develops solutions that are both practical and scalable. His judgment inspires confidence, and he is someone I trust when facing complex decisions. Beyond his technical abilities, Cedric is an exceptional teammate and leader. He has a remarkable ability to bring people together, turning groups of individuals into cohesive, high-performing teams. He is deeply committed to the success of those around him and leads by example. I recommend Cedric without hesitation for a CTO role. He combines strategic vision, strong technical leadership, and a genuine commitment to building successful teams, qualities that make him an exceptional technology leader. - recommender: "Fernanda Guerrero" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "Onboarding Specialist" relationship: "Cedric was senior to Fernanda but didn't manage Fernanda directly" text: > I've had the opportunity to work with Cedric on a several cross-fuctional projects and have been consistently impressed by his leadership and strategic vision. What stands out most is his ability to communicate a compelling vision, empower teams, and make thoughtful decision even in complex situations. I've genuinely appreciated the opportunity to learn from and collaborate with him throughout our work together - recommender: "Marcos Elpidio Torres Sotelo" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "Web Developer" relationship: "Marcos Elpidio reported to Cedric directly" text: > I worked with Cedric for a few years. He's a strong leader who encourages everyone to think outside the box to solve complex problems, and he's genuinely able to recognize people's potential. As a leader, Cedric is also very open to discussing solutions, he values dialogue and different perspectives, rather than simply telling people what to do and how to do it, even when his approach isn't the right one. - recommender: "Nitsha Wacinski" relationship_type: "colleague" featured: 7 headline: "Data Services Manager | Full Stack Data Science Analyst | AI Engineer" relationship: "Nitsha reported to Cedric directly" text: > I've had the pleasure of working with Cedric for the past three years. As a Data Services Manager, I've seen firsthand what an exceptional leader and brilliant CTO he truly is. Cedric is super smart and possesses a rare talent for cutting through complexity to solve the most difficult technical problems. What really sets him apart, though, is his personality. He is an absolute character and a phenomenal talent who makes the day-to-day grind incredibly enjoyable. I've thoroughly loved collaborating with him; he's a fantastic strategist, a great guy, and an invaluable leader for any forward-thinking technology team. - recommender: "Mylin Wright" relationship_type: "colleague" featured: 8 headline: "Director of Product Development · Building Execution Systems for Scaling SaaS Organizations" relationship: "Mylin reported to Cedric directly" text: > I've had the privilege of working closely with Cedric throughout my tenure at UrVenue. He was my manager for the past three years, and more than that, my mentor. What I admire most is his ability to take a problem no one had solved and make the solution feel inevitable. Handed a raw business need, he'd paint the whole picture for the team detail by detail, and with every new point he pulled the next person into the vision. We'd start at "how are we going to solve this" and end at "of course, this is how it works." That's how we shipped each new feature in UVE. Cedric does the same with people. I started at UrVenue as an Implementation Manager. After I sat in on one of his infamous architecture sessions, he saw something in me I hadn't, and the invitations kept coming until I was collaborating with him regularly. Watching him work was its own education. He connected dots no one else had spotted, and he was just as quick to credit a good idea when it came from someone else, which is what made his brainstorms worth showing up for. That same faith is how I ended up founding the Product department from the ground up, in a role I never would have imagined for myself. None of this was blind cheerleading though. His faith was matched by his honesty. He gave guidance and feedback, some of it hard to hear and all of it worth it, and he stayed genuinely excited about what we were building while holding the work to a real bar. It's a rare combination, and the reason I did some of the best work of my career under him. - recommender: "Set Miranda" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "Support Manager at UrVenue" relationship: "Cedric was senior to Set but didn't manage Set directly" text: > As part of the team, Cedric always showed great leadership skills. Several times he resolved complex coding issues that took other teams a long time in a very brief period of time. He cares about his peers and always has the greater good for everyone in the company in mind. - recommender: "Andrés Lazzarini" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "Software Developer | Systems & Information Security Engineer | AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner" relationship: "Cedric was senior to Andrés but didn't manage Andrés directly" text: > I crossed paths with Cedric on a few projects, and even with that limited interaction, his approach as a technical leader was clear. He has a strong sense of how to turn ideas into practical solutions, and he consistently encouraged the team to think beyond the obvious fix and aim for something better. What stood out most was his ability to teach and share knowledge naturally, in the way he explained decisions, in the standards he set, and in how approachable he was despite his role. That combination of technical vision and genuine willingness to mentor is rare, and it set a clear example of what strong technical leadership looks like. - recommender: "Carlos Alberto Melchor Lopez" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "Backend Sr. Developer" relationship: "Carlos Alberto reported to Cedric directly" truncated: true truncation_note: "Source cut off by LinkedIn '…more' control; remainder not captured." text: > I have had the privilege of working with Cedric since 2012, witnessing firsthand his journey at UrVenue. Over these years, he has been an extraordinary leader and mentor. Cedric built a culture of excellence by consistently trusting his team with the most complex projects. Instead of settling for simple or short-term fixes, he constantly pushed everyone to expand their capabilities, think bigger, and deliver at the highest possible level. What truly sets him apart is his brilliant approach to software architecture. Cedric has a rare, forward-thinking ability to look far beyond the immediate scope of any project. He routinely designed system integrations and anticipated technical connections that no one else could see or imagine at the time. I am a much better professional today because of his guidance and leadership. He is a phenomenal technologist who knows how to elevate both systems and people, and I would highly recommend him without hesitation for any high-level technical leadership, strategic advisory, or executive role. On a personal note, I want to express my deepest gratitude for all these years of support, trust, and shared challenges. Thank you for always believing in the team and in me. I wish you nothing but the absolute best in your next chapter, Cedric - recommender: "Jonathan Zapien Martinez" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "Especialista en páginas web en UrVenue" relationship: "Cedric was senior to Jonathan but didn't manage Jonathan directly" text: > I had the opportunity to work alongside Cedric in a professional environment and witness the professionalism, dedication, and leadership he brought to the workplace. What stood out the most was his approachable and respectful attitude. Cedric treated people with kindness, was always willing to support others, and helped foster a positive and collaborative work environment. His experience, combined with his ability to communicate effectively and lead by example, earned him the respect of those around him. Cedric is the kind of professional who brings both expertise and humanity to the workplace, making him a valuable leader and teammate in any organization. - recommender: "Omar Cayetano" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "Onboarding Manager at UrVenue" relationship: "Cedric was senior to Omar but didn't manage Omar directly" text: > It was a genuine pleasure to work with Cedric. His leadership went far beyond strategy and results, he inspired confidence, encouraged collaboration, and created an environment where people could do their best work. Cedric combines exceptional integrity, and a sincere commitment to the success and growth of others. I learned a great deal from his leadership and greatly valued the opportunity to work alongside him. I have no doubt that they will continue to make a meaningful impact wherever they go, and I highly recommend him as an outstanding leader and mentor. - recommender: "David Avila" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "Diseñador gráfico en UrVenue" relationship: "Cedric was senior to David but didn't manage David directly" text: > I had the opportunity to work with Cedric for several years, and it was a great experience. His leadership, technical expertise, and ability to approach complex challenges with clarity consistently inspired the team. Beyond his knowledge, he's someone who genuinely supports the people around him and creates an environment where everyone can grow. Thank you Cedric - recommender: "Eduardo Flores" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "--" relationship: "Eduardo was senior to Cedric but didn't manage Cedric directly" text: > Great person to be around and an awesome leader. I appreciate all the time spent and everything I learned from him during he's time at Urvenue. Almost 10years, hope we can catchup again in the future. Thank you Cedric. - recommender: "Jose Armando Ramirez Flores" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "Sr. Onboarding Specialist at UrVenue" relationship: "Jose Armando was senior to Cedric but didn't manage Cedric directly" text: > Awesome person and leader. Understands business and relationships with people. - recommender: "Enrique Gil Treviño" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "Frontend developer" relationship: "Enrique reported to Cedric directly" text: > Working alongside Cedric has been a tremendous experience and a great learning opportunity. He's not only remarkably patient, but also deeply trusting and supportive of his collaborators. He's a shining example of what teamwork should look like and what a great leader should be — able to analyze not just technical or logistical challenges, but also bringing strong business acumen to the table. He digs into every detail and helps us understand it from every possible angle. He's stood by us through several difficult stages and moments, always with a smile and ready to help. As CTO, he has been an outstanding strategist, leader, collaborator, and mentor. - recommender: "Nicolas Zamora" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "Web Developer" relationship: "Nicolas reported to Cedric directly" text: > I had the pleasure of working with Cedric for over 15 years, and throughout that time he consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership and a strong ability to solve complex challenges. He has always been passionate about developing software that improves people's lives, while continuously looking for ways to enhance every implementation and deliver even better results. As a leader, Cedric genuinely cares about his team. He takes the time to understand each person's strengths, encourages their growth, and creates an environment where everyone can contribute at their best. His technical expertise, strategic mindset, and commitment to continuous improvement make him an outstanding leader and someone I highly recommend. - recommender: "Alejandro Solorio Acevedo" relationship_type: "colleague" featured: 10 headline: "Web Developer" relationship: "Alejandro reported to Cedric directly" text: > I've had the opportunity to work closely with Cedric over many years, and he has been one of the most influential leaders in my professional career. As a CTO, Cedric combines strategic vision with deep technical expertise and a relentless drive to make things happen. He inspires those around him to do their best work. Over the years, Cedric has had a tremendous impact on my professional growth. His mentorship, trust, and guidance challenged me to think differently, grow as both an engineer and a leader, and approach complex problems with greater confidence and a broader perspective. He has a remarkable ability to recognize potential in people, empower them with meaningful opportunities, and help them achieve more than they thought possible. - recommender: "Daniela Ortega" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "3D Designer" relationship: "Daniela worked with Cedric on the same team" text: > I had the opportunity to work with Cedric over the years, I;m grateful I could learn from him, he has always shown a very intelligent background to solve problems and interesting proposals for it, he is always looking for practical solutions and it amazes me how he can manage a lot of information and turn it into something functional, He has supervised me for a very long time and I have to say I could have not learned better from another place, and I feel grateful to have the opportunity to work with him because he always cared not only for the good state of workflow but for employees to be happy and be able to achieve goals along with growth into their own area, he is a very good leader and trustable to keep a good environment for his employees. I'm sure he will be a very valuable asset in any enterprise or area he develops. - recommender: "Jesus Valles" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "Onboarding" relationship: "Jesus reported to Cedric directly" text: > I had the privilege of working with Cedric for more than 13 years. He always improved our skills and kept us as a team. He taught me many things and gave me the privilege to be part of his life. He always shows us the leader behind that bright mind and kind person. He always put every effort into finding a solution or improvement. - recommender: "Daniel Magaña Vieyra" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "Software Developer en UrVenue" relationship: "Daniel reported to Cedric directly" text: > I had the opportunity to work with him at UrVenue, and I can confidently say that he is an outstanding leader and an exceptional person. He stands out for his extensive knowledge, professionalism, and ability to guide his team toward achieving its goals. What I appreciated most about his leadership was that he genuinely cared not only about delivering results but also about the well-being of the team. He fostered a collaborative, motivating, and positive work environment where everyone felt supported and encouraged to do their best. I highly recommend him. Any team would greatly benefit from having a leader with his expertise, integrity, and genuine commitment to the people he works with. - recommender: "Pedro Angel Molina Martinez" relationship_type: "colleague" featured: 11 headline: "Director of IT Infrastructure at UrVenue" relationship: "Cedric was senior to Pedro Angel but didn't manage Pedro Angel directly" text: > I've been working with Cedric for over 12 years, first as my manager and later as a friend. Honestly, he's one of the sharpest and most knowledgeable people I've ever worked with in IT, and I learned a ton from him along the way. What stood out most was his leadership during hard times. When things got tough, he kept the team together, jumped in to help, and never left anyone hanging. He leads by example, not just by title. Any team would be lucky to have him. - recommender: "Ernesto Garcia Ziranda" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "Web Developer backend en urvenue" relationship: "Cedric was senior to Ernesto but didn't manage Ernesto directly" text: > Having worked under Cedric's leadership for several years, I can confidently say he is far more than an exceptional manager—he is a true mentor and a rare kind of leader. What sets Cedric apart is his brilliant ability to tackle complex projects by combining creativity, intelligence, and a deep trust in his team. He has a unique gift for identifying the individual strengths of each team member and empowering them to deliver their absolute best. Under his guidance, ambitious ideas consistently turned into reality, no matter how challenging the objective. Beyond his sharp strategic mind and vision, what truly defines Cedric is his extraordinary human quality. His support doesn't end when the workday does; he genuinely cares about the people he leads, always offering guidance, mentorship, and a helping hand both inside and outside the workplace. Working with him has been a privilege that profoundly shaped my professional growth. - recommender: "Héctor Daniel López Mendoza Mendoza" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "Software Engineer | Front End Mastery | Next.js" relationship: "Héctor Daniel reported to Cedric directly" text: > I worked with Cedric on different projects at UrVenue over the years. He has this ability to zoom out and see what's actually going on, but also with the business and the people involved — and then turn that into something the team can actually run with. He didn't just fix the problem in front of him; he'd usually find a better one to solve. What stuck with me most was the trust he gave people. He let others propose their own solutions and actually own them, and you could see that in the quality of what shipped. He also just got people — how they thought, what they needed to hear — and that made even complicated decisions feel simple once he explained them. I feel lucky I got to work alongside him, even briefly on some of these projects, and I'm sure whatever he does next will be just as sharp. - recommender: "Edith Garcia Ziranda" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "Engineering student in information and communication technologies at the technological institute of morelia" relationship: "Edith reported to Cedric directly" text: > I had the privilege of working under Cedric's leadership, and I deeply appreciate his strategic vision as CTO. He truly understands that high-quality software development thrives on trust; he empowers the team with autonomy Thanks to his support and the freedom he provided to propose and implement technical solutions, we were able to deliver efficiently and with a strong sense of ownership. He has been an outstanding leader and a true professional benchmark. - recommender: "Santiago Camacho Rangel" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "--" relationship: "Santiago reported to Cedric directly" text: > Working under Cedric's leadership at UrVenue gave me a clear picture of what a great technical leader looks like. He has a rare ability to see the full picture — from architecture and infrastructure down to the details that matter for each individual on the team — and he uses that perspective to set people up to do their best work. What I valued most was how he challenged us to think beyond the immediate problem. He pushed for long-term solutions over quick fixes, and that standard raised the quality of everything the team produced. Beyond the technical side, he knows how to read people, communicate a vision, and earn trust at every level of an organization. I'm a better engineer and a sharper thinker for having worked alongside him, and I always value the chance to build with someone who leads that way. - recommender: "Aldo Arriaga" relationship_type: "colleague" featured: 9 headline: "Director of Web Services" relationship: "Aldo reported to Cedric directly" text: > I've known and worked closely with Cedric for 15 years, and few leaders I've met compare to him. He has an exceptional ability to turn problems into solutions, always in a creative and efficient way. Where others see a dead end, he sees a path, and he moves fast to build it. He also knows how to bring out the best in the people around him. He reads what each person is good at and puts them in a position to deliver it, which is why the teams he leads perform above what anyone expects. And maybe his sharpest strength: he understands what clients need before they know it themselves, and he knows how to sell that vision. That combination of foresight and persuasion is not common, and it is a big part of why the things he builds succeed. I've learned a lot from Cedric over the years, and I always value the chance to build alongside him. - recommender: "Alex Hume" relationship_type: "colleague" featured: 3 headline: "Digital Experience & Creative Operations Leader | Bridging Strategy, UX, Web Delivery, Client Partnerships, and Team Performance" relationship: "Cedric was senior to Alex but didn't manage Alex directly" date: "July 5, 2026" text: > My working relationship with Cedric spans more than 15 years, from UrVenue's earliest days to its growth into a mature hospitality technology platform. As a founder, CTO, CEO, strategist, and mentor, Cedric played a defining role in shaping the company, the product, and the team behind it. What makes Cedric rare is the range of his ability. He is one of the strongest engineers I have worked with, capable of architecting and building large, complex systems, but his value goes far beyond programming. He understands business strategy, client needs, enterprise operations, integrations, infrastructure, and how to lead technical teams through difficult, high-stakes work. He has worked directly with major hospitality clients and their IT teams, scaled engineering and technology operations, and helped guide a 40+ person team across engineering, design, product, and technical support. Cedric also has a genuine gift for developing people. He challenges those around him to think more clearly, solve problems at a higher level, and build for the long term rather than the quick fix. I learned a great deal from him as a leader, strategist, and technologist, and I would recommend him without hesitation for any CTO, strategic advisory, consulting, or enterprise technology leadership role. - recommender: "Edsson Madrigal" relationship_type: "colleague" featured: 5 headline: "VP of Technology Development | CS, MSc, MBA, PMP, 3xAWS, Snowflake, Stripe Certified" relationship: "Edsson reported to Cedric directly" text: > I've had the privilege of working closely with Cedric for years, and he's been far more than a manager — a genuine mentor who consistently pushed me to think bigger and lead better. What sets Cedric apart is his ability to turn ambitious ideas into reality. I watched him grow our engineering organization from a handful of people into a team of around a hundred without losing the culture or the quality bar. Whether it's architecting complex systems, building strong teams, or setting technology strategy, he has a rare talent for aligning people around a vision and making it happen. He also has a gift for raising the people around him, pushing you past the quick fix to think years ahead. That combination of technical depth and long-term vision is what makes him a rare kind of leader. - recommender: "Jacob Schwartz" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "Data Analyst @ UrVenue | Workflow automation architecture, governance tooling & AI/MCP integration | Python, SQL, Snowflake, React/Ionic/Capacitor" relationship: "Cedric was senior to Jacob but didn't manage Jacob directly" text: > Given the size of our company, it's easy for technical direction to get muddled by too many opinions, but Cedric's never was. What stands out most is how he built culture, not just architecture. Even during the tensest moments in our company's history, the clarity he brought set the tone for the entire organization, when it mattered most. Combined with his ability to scale teams without losing that culture, he's clearly ready to lead at a much bigger stage. Any organization would be lucky to have him. - recommender: "Amy Van Hook" relationship_type: "colleague" featured: 6 headline: "President" relationship: "Amy worked with Cedric on the same team" text: > Cedric will have no shortage of recommendations. Mine is perhaps different from most, because I can tell you what it's like to build a company with him. We founded UrVenue together. All in, we've concepted and built innovative solutions together for nearly two decades. What made our partnership work is that we brought different things to the table. I brought two decades of business ownership across hospitality, ticketing, marketplaces, investors, business development, and operations. Cedric brought creative technology development and real product craft. UrVenue started as an idea we talked through and a client who wanted a solution, and from that alone, Cedric was able to take the vision and architect it into working technology. That is a rarer skill than people realize. Plenty of engineers can build what's already been specified; very few can sit with founders and clients, absorb an idea that doesn't exist yet, and translate it into a product without a playbook. And he doesn't build from templates. Cedric's solutions are original by design, which is why several of the things he's built remain the only products in their category that do what they do. Give him a hard problem and a blank page, and he'll come back with something nobody else would have thought of. He also has the client instinct most technologists lack. He can sit in a room with a customer, hear what they actually need, often before they can articulate it, and then go build exactly that. And people follow him. I've watched teams rally around his ideas year after year, not because they had to, but because his conviction and imagination are contagious. If you have a vision that doesn't exist yet and you need someone to make it real, Cedric is who you want. There are very few people with this skill set, and Cedric is one of them. - recommender: "Alejo Ventura" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "Customer Development Manager at UrVenue" relationship: "Cedric was senior to Alejo but didn't manage Alejo directly" text: > I had the privilege of working with Cedric Ancellin for the past 14 years. Throughout that time, he has been much more than a leader—he has been a role model, mentor, and someone I have always looked up to. Cedric played a significant role in my professional growth, providing guidance, encouragement, and mentorship when I needed it most. His leadership style is built on trust, respect, and a genuine commitment to helping others succeed. Beyond being a devoted family man and an exceptional leader, Cedric has made an incredible impact on the hospitality and nightlife industry. He was instrumental in creating UrVenue and played a key role in the successful openings of world-class resorts and some of the industry's most recognized nightlife venues. What truly sets Cedric apart is his ability to combine visionary thinking with genuine care for the people around him. He has the intelligence and innovation to build groundbreaking technology like UrVenue, while also leading teams with empathy, integrity, and a people-first mindset. Anyone who has the opportunity to work with Cedric will quickly realize that he is not only an exceptional executive and innovator, but also the kind of leader who inspires others to become their best. - recommender: "Carlos Orozco" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "Product Specialist at UrVenue" relationship: "Cedric was senior to Carlos but didn't manage Carlos directly" date: "July 6, 2026" text: > I had the opportunity to work with Cedric for over five years, and throughout that time he was someone I consistently looked to as both a technical leader and a mentor. One of Cedric's greatest strengths is his willingness to listen and encourage open discussions around challenges and areas for improvement. Rather than simply identifying problems, he inspired the team to think critically, develop practical solutions, and take ownership of implementing them. His approachable leadership style created an environment where everyone felt comfortable sharing ideas and collaborating toward a common goal. As an engineering leader, Cedric combines strong technical expertise with excellent problem-solving and people management skills. He has a talent for breaking down complex problems into actionable solutions while ensuring the team remains aligned, motivated, and focused on delivering high-quality results. I learned a lot from working with Cedric and would highly recommend him to any organization seeking a thoughtful leader, an exceptional engineer, and a supportive mentor. - recommender: "Axl Guillen" relationship_type: "colleague" headline: "Software Engineer | Frontend Specialist | Next.js • Javascript" relationship: "Cedric was senior to Axl but didn't manage Axl directly" date: "July 10, 2026" text: > When I first started working with Cedric at UrVenue, my English was affected by nerves, and he patiently helped our communication improve over time. That detail says a lot about him as a person and as a leader — always making sure everyone was on the same page, regardless of the language barrier. From my perspective, his product-related decisions always reflected a long-term vision, combining technical judgment with strong product intuition. I would recommend him without hesitation.