Marcela Espinosa

Marcela Espinosa

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  • About me

    Business Transformation Champion | Program Manager | Project Manager | Business Analyst | PMO Specialist.

  • Education

    • IDE Business School

      2015 - 2016
      Operations Management
    • TECNOLÓGICO DE MONTERREY

      2009 - 2010
      Project Management
    • Pontificia Universidad Javeriana

      2022 - 2022
      Business Administration, Management and Operations Certificate
    • Universidad de Las Américas (EC)

      2003 - 2008
      Industrial Engineer 9.0/10.0
    • University of Antwerp

      2024 - 2024
      Course Doing Business in Antwerp
    • University of Leeds

      2023 - 2024
      Master of Global Supply Chain Management Business Administration and Management, General Merit

      This master's combines the latest thinking and developments in Digital Transformation Management, Innovation in Operations and Information systems, International Business Theory, Operations and Supply Chain Management, International Purchasing and Supply Management, Commercial and Professional Skills, Research Design and Analysis, International Strategic Management, Managing Global Logistics and Supply Chains.

    • University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business

      2021 - 2021
      Certificate Digital Transformation: Leading people, dominanting data and technology
    • OBS

      2019 - 2020
      Master in Customer Experience Management
    • INCAE Business School

      2019 - 2019
      Desing Thinking - User centric innovation
    • Universidad San Francisco de Quito

      2018 - 2019
      Managerial Skills Program Business Administration and Management, General
  • Experience

    • Banco Pichincha

      Jan 2009 - Oct 2013

      -Quality Management: Designed and implemented a quality management system adhering to ISO 9001:2000.Business Process Outsourcing: Evaluated and optimized outsourcing processes to enhance performance.Negotiation: Crafted and negotiated Service Level Agreements with third-party suppliers, ensuring service quality and alignment with business needs.Achievements:• Presented the inaugural SLA dashboard to the C-suite.• Achieved ISO 9001:2000 Certification with zero Nonconformities.

      • Outsourcing Management Senior Officer

        Mar 2012 - Oct 2013
      • Project Management Officer

        Nov 2009 - Feb 2012
      • Supply Chain Business Analyst

        Jan 2009 - Oct 2009
    • Chubb

      Oct 2013 - Apr 2019

      Team Management: Supervised three functional divisions: Digital Transformation Projects, Process, and Business Continuity Management, guiding a team of 13 employees to ensure smooth operations and the effective implementation of initiatives across all areas.Digital Transformation: Spearheaded the successful delivery of over 20 local and regional digital transformation projects, by assessing their current state, identifying opportunities for enhancement, and implementing cutting-edge technology solutions.Agility and Incremental Value Delivery: Implemented agile methodologies to increase business agility and deliver early, incremental value, improving overall project effectiveness.Business Analysis: Worked closely with business managers to break down requirements, conducting and participating in requirement gathering sessions with internal and external stakeholders. Translated business needs into detailed specifications for actionable initiatives.Stakeholder Management: Managed expectations among local and regional groups, negotiating and addressing conflicts constructively, ensuring alignment with project goals through effective communication and collaboration.Design Thinking: Conducted user research to empathise and identify key pain points, brainstormed innovative solutions, and developed prototypes.Achievements:• Recognized with Leadership and Can-Do Awards for exemplary performance.• Pioneered participation in Chubb Latin America's women's leadership and diversity program.• Implemented the Underwriting support function, halving policy issuance time. Show less

      • Business Transformation Submanager

        Apr 2015 - Apr 2019
      • Project and Process Coordinator

        Oct 2013 - Mar 2015
    • Metropolitan Touring

      Apr 2019 - Sept 2023

      Leadership & Team Management: Directed four functional areas (Project Management Office, Process, Customer Experience, Business Continuity) with a team of over 5 employees. Ensured cohesive project execution and operational excellence.Customer Experience Management: Managed customer feedback programs, reporting insights to drive enhancements in customer satisfaction, and informed C-suite decisions.Strategic Project Management: Established and standardized corporate project management methodologies, governed multiple work teams, and mitigated risks to maintain project focus and efficiency.Lean Process Improvement: Led business process mapping and improvement initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency and aligning processes with strategic goals.Change Management: Fostered a culture of continuous improvement and supported teams through process and technology transitions.Achievements:• Implemented the corporated hybrid project management methodology, boosting project efficiency.• Improved Net Promoter Score (NPS) by 10% through strategic customer feedback initiatives.• Promoted to lead Customer Experience Management within four months. Show less

      • PMO, Business Process and Customer Experience Manager

        Jul 2019 - Sept 2023
      • Program Manager Program Management Office

        Apr 2019 - Jul 2019
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • IELTS for UKVI Academic

      British Council IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
      Jul 2023
    • Agile Product Owner Role: Foundations

      LinkedIn
      Feb 2024
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    • How Blockchains Will Change Business

      LinkedIn
      Nov 2023
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    • Goal Setting: Objectives and Key Results (OKRs)

      LinkedIn
      Jun 2021
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  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Marcela Espinosa
      International Study Management Tour Scholarship University of Leeds Apr 2024 The "Doing Business in Antwerp program" was a collaboration between the University of Antwerp and the University of Leeds Business School. I was chosen among more than 200 students to delve into a wide range of topics, including the Belgian economy, sustainability challenges, European integration, global supply chain management, innovation in transport, artificial intelligence in decision-making, cross-cultural management, crisis management, and leadership.
    • Awarded to Marcela Espinosa
      Masters Excellence Scholarship University of Leeds Sep 2023 Recipient of the prestigious Masters Excellence Scholarship, awarded for exceptional academic performance and demonstrated professional accomplishments.
    • Awarded to Marcela Espinosa
      Chubb Start Program Chubb Ecuador Sep 2018 Chubb Ecuador representative in Chubb Latin America's women's leadership and diversity program.
    • Awarded to Marcela Espinosa
      Can-Do Attitude Award Chubb Ecuador Dec 2015 Annual company awards
    • Awarded to Marcela Espinosa
      Leadership Award Chubb Ecuador Dec 2015 Annual company awards