About:
Paola Velasquez comes from a family with a long history in manufacturing, with both of her parents working and retiring from the industry. She learned the value of manufacturing early on and joined the manufacturing workforce at the start of her college years. Over time, Paola gained experience across academia, business, and healthcare, providing her with a unique and well-rounded perspective on the manufacturing industry.
With over 20 years of experience, Paola has led multiple projects and teams, developed sustainable programs, and facilitated leadership training focused on enhancing self-awareness and team building. Her approach centers on setting actionable goals that reduce turnover, improve workplace collaboration, foster creativity and problem-solving, and create opportunities for career advancement.
Expertise
- Team Building & Organizational Culture Initiatives
- Leadership Development Coach
- Expanding Talent Pipelines
- Employee Engagement & Retention Strategies
- Change Initiatives
- Trilingual (English, Spanish, and Portuguese)
Specialized Skills and Certifications
- Prosci Certified Change Practitioner
- 4 Stages of Psychological Safety Certified Facilitator
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified
- Development Dimensions International (DDI) Trainer
- Master of Arts in Spanish Translation
- Bachelor of Arts in Business & Spanish Translation
Results
- Led various cross-functional teams through transformational change, driving employee engagement up from Tier 3 to Tier 1.
