Curriculum Vitae

OSWALDO FERRI ORTIZ RAMOS
Attorney-at-Law · Political Journalist · Migrant Integration & Insurance Advisor
Email: oswaldoortiztv@gmail.com / More than 300.000 followers in Social Media
Born in Bogotá, Colombia – October 1983

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Attorney, political journalist, and migrant integration advocate with extensive experience in Latin America and the United States. I combine legal practice, communication, real estate, and insurance advisory to help Latin American migrants invest, settle, and thrive in the U.S. Founder and regional leader in projects focused on legal guidance, housing solutions, and financial protection for migrant families. I have also been an active conservative political voice in Colombia, defending family values, religious freedom, and the rights of Colombians abroad through electoral participation and civic mobilization.

EDUCATION

Northeastern University School of Law – Boston, MA, USA
Master of Laws (LL.M.) – Program beginning 2026

Rafael Nuñez University Corporation – Cartagena, Colombia
LL.B. in Law · 2005
Colombian Attorney License No. 138974

Universidad Libre – Colombia
Postgraduate Specialization in Procedural Law · 2007

Ministry of Education of Colombia – Colombia
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Communication and Journalism · 2016

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

VAMOS FINANCIAL GROUP – Florida, USA
Licensed Insurance Agent · 2024 – Present

• Advise Hispanic and migrant families on health and other insurance products in the United States.

• Guide clients through enrollment, renewals, and benefits optimization.

• Use digital media and educational content to simplify complex insurance concepts for Spanish-speaking communities.

MIGRAR LEGAL INC. – United States / Latin America
Regional Leader for Migrant Integration · 2022 – Present

• Lead regional initiatives to connect migrants with legal, educational, and integration resources.

• Build alliances with attorneys, organizations, and community leaders in Latin America and the United States.

• Design and deliver informational content on safe, lawful, and strategic migration pathways.

TRASLEGAL S.A.S. – Latin America
Regional Attorney for Latin America · 2020 – Present

• Provide legal counsel on cross-border matters involving Latin American jurisdictions.

• Coordinate regional strategies and support local teams on complex legal issues.

WELCOME TO UNITED STATES FOUNDATION
Regional Attorney for Latin America and the Caribbean · 2018 – Present

• Advise Latin American and Caribbean clients on U.S.-related legal processes.

• Develop legal education materials and orientations for Spanish-speaking communities.

FORTEX REALTY – Florida, USA
Realtor · 2013 – Present

• Bring clients from Latin America to invest in residential real estate in the United States.

• Help migrant families resolve their housing needs in the U.S., from first rentals to homeownership.

• Represent buyers and sellers in residential transactions and guide them through every step of the process.

• Negotiate purchase contracts and coordinate with lenders, inspectors, and title companies to ensure successful closings.

FUNDACIÓN FAMILIA ES VIDA – Cartagena, Colombia
Head of Legal Office · 2014 – Present

• Lead the legal department for a family- and community-focused nonprofit organization.

• Draft and review contracts, agreements, and internal policies to ensure legal compliance.

SUPERMEDIOS – Florida, USA
Political Journalist · 2012 – Present

• Cover political and social issues affecting Latin American communities.

• Produce and present news content for Spanish-speaking audiences in America.

FUNDACIÓN RED DE HOGARES RENACER
Head of Legal Office · 2009 – 2011

• Directed legal strategy for a foundation working with vulnerable populations.

• Represented the organization before public entities and supervised case management.

INTERVALORES PANAMÁ S.A. – Panama
Regional Manager · 2008

• Oversaw regional operations and client relations in the Panamanian market.

INTERVALORES S.A. – Colombia
General Secretary · 2007
Legal Compliance Officer · 2006

• Implemented and monitored compliance programs in line with financial regulations.

• Advised senior management on regulatory risk and internal controls.

MACROFINANCIERA C.F.C. – Colombia
Legal Compliance Office · 2005

• Supported the development of internal compliance procedures for a financial institution.

POLITICAL & CIVIC LEADERSHIP

Pro-Family Marches & “Defensores de la familia” Movement – Colombia
Christian and civic activist · 2016

• Participated as one of the evangelical and digital voices mobilizing the nationwide pro-family marches around August 10, 2016, which significantly shaped the public debate on education policy and so-called “gender ideology” in schools, in a context that preceded the resignation of Education Minister Gina Parody. 

“NO” Campaign in the 2 October 2016 Peace Plebiscite – Colombia
Christian & digital advocate for the NO vote · 2016

• Took part in Christian leadership summits and digital campaigns that promoted the “NO” vote in the plebiscite on the peace accords, arguing in defense of religious freedom, parental rights in education, and traditional family values.

“Sigo Firme por Papá y Mamá” Referendum Initiative – Colombia
Pro-family activist · 2016

• Publicly supported and amplified the citizens’ initiative “Sigo Firme por Papá y Mamá”, helping promote a large-scale signature drive in defense of the legal recognition of father-and-mother family structures in Colombia.

Candidate for the Senate of the Republic of Colombia – Centro Democrático
Senate candidate · 2018 & 2022

• Ran for the Senate in 2018 with Centro Democrático as a Christian influencer committed to defending life and the family, converting a large social-media following into a significant first-time vote count (over 23,000 votes).

• Returned as a Senate candidate in the 2022 legislative elections, presenting a conservative platform focused on security, economic freedom, and opposition to socialism, recognized in national media as part of the new wave of political influencers in Congress races. 

Candidate for the House of Representatives – Colombians Abroad (“Cámara Exterior”)
Candidate for the international constituency – Salvación Nacional / “Los del Tigre” · 2025 – Present

• Official candidate for the seat representing Colombians abroad, on the list associated with Abelardo De La Espriella and the Salvación Nacional / “Los del Tigre” movement, campaigning to give the Colombian diaspora a stronger voice in Congress. 

• Uses digital platforms such as Colombianos en el Exterior to organize volunteers, defend the vote overseas, and promote conservative, pro-family and anti-communist positions among migrants.

COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP & MEMBERSHIPS

Association of Colombian Migrants
Founding Member

• Participates in the creation and promotion of initiatives aimed at defending the rights and interests of Colombian migrants.

Faith-based and migrant communities

• Frequently invited as speaker, pastor and digital communicator in Christian and migrant communities across Colombia and the diaspora, especially on issues of family, freedom of conscience, and public policy.

SKILLS

• Strong conflict resolution and mediation skills

• Negotiation and advocacy for clients’ interests

• Clear and persuasive communication (on camera and in writing)

• Legal research and complex case analysis

• Legal drafting (contracts, legal opinions, briefs)

• Digital communication and basic digital marketing for legal, media, and insurance projects

• Migrant integration strategy and community outreach

• Bilingual: Spanish (native), English (professional proficiency)