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Portfolio Case Studies

Strategic learning initatives demonstrating how I combine business thkning with human-centered design to drive mesureable outcomes. Each case study reveals my approach to solving complex organizational challenges through innovative learning solutions. 

Architected and scaled enterprise negotiations training reaching 4,000 vendor managers worldwide through Train-the-Trainer model. Built network of 50+ cross-functional SME trainers, managing strategic vendor partnerships with limited budget to achieve exceptional ROI of $40 per learner.

4,000+

Leaders Trained

50+

Trainers Led

92%

Effectiveness

$40.00

Cost/Learner

Amazon    2020 - 2025     10 Countries/Regions

Global Negotiations Training: Building a Scalable Learning Ecosystem

As Elected VP of HOLA (Hispanic Organization for Leadership & Advancement) for four years, partnered with C-suite on organizational DEI strategy. Created Disney's first fully culturally-specific mentorship program, achieving 30% promotional rate while leading enterprise-wide business resource group serving 25,000+ Cast Members

30%

Promotion Rate

30

Partnerships

4 years

HOLA VP

1st

Cultural Mentorship Program

Disney Parks & Resorts   2013 - 2017    Enterprise-wide

Mano a Mano: Hispanic Mentorship & DEI Executive Leadership

Pioneered LinkedIn Sales Navigator adoptions for B2B groups sales organization across six business segments, building business case and securing executive buy-in. Designed change management strategy achieving 95% sustained adoption while generating $2M in revenue opportunities within first six months and saving teams three hours weekly per person.

$2M

Revenue Impact

95%

Adoption Rate

3 hrs

Saved Weekly

4.76/5

Program Rating

Disney Parks & Resorts 2016     B2B Sales Team

LinkedIn Sales Strategy: Technology Enablement Driving Revenue

When senior F&B leadership requested training to reverse a 15-point guest service score decline, discovery-driven performance consulting revealed the real problem: process obstacles, recognition deficits, and team morale erosion. Reframing the ask and empowering local leaders with zero new training content drove scores from below goal to exceeding target within one quarter

92.5%

Score vs. 90 Goal

+20.7

Employee Satisfaction Pts

100%

Secret Shopper (2X)

0

New Courses Built

Loews Hotels at Universal Orlando 2019   Sapphire Falls Resort

New Dutch Trading Co: From Order Taker to Trusted Advisor

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