As the Editor in Chief at YOU SHOULD MEET, I oversee content production, focusing on maintaining quality and editorial integrity. Alongside co-founder Watson Lewis-Rodriguez, we've established a platform for authentic conversations and insights into the entrepreneurial journey.Our mission is to provide a platform for entrepreneurs to share their stories, achievements, struggles, and perspectives. Through storytelling, we aim to inspire, educate, and connect individuals globally.Our content covers various industries, showcasing entrepreneurial talent worldwide. From tech innovators to social impact leaders, we celebrate entrepreneurship's diversity.In my role I conduct interviews, ensuring rigorous quality control before publication, and providing final approval for all content. Through meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to excellence, I aim to deliver informative and engaging content that resonates with our audience.Join us as we highlight people influencing change and inspire others to pursue their dreams.

As the Technical Business Development Manager at Prime Facility Service Group, Inc., I led strategic initiatives to modernize operational processes within and outside the company. Tasked with enhancing efficiency, I conducted comprehensive research to identify transformative solutions.Recognizing the inefficiencies of manual time and attendance tracking, I introduced a fully digital system seamlessly integrated with QuickBooks Desktop. This innovative system utilized a bespoke hardware device, which I designed and constructed, incorporating an iPad iOS terminal and biometric authentication to ensure accuracy and security. By eliminating the need for physical timesheets and automating data transmission, I significantly reduced administrative burden and streamlined operations, alleviating stress within the accounting department.In parallel, I implemented a centralized digital job application system, leveraging the capabilities of HRIS platform, Breezy HR, consolidating postings and communications from diverse platforms such as Monster, Facebook Jobs, Google Jobs, LinkedIn, and more. This initiative optimized recruitment processes, broadening candidate reach and ensuring a robust talent pool for our clients.I conducted the implementation of reliable background check technology, Checkr, for applicants, employees, and drivers.Compliant with regulatory standards including CCPA, HIPAA, SOC 2, and FERPA, I developed a secure digital system for managing employee contracts and data, mitigating risks associated with manual processes.Furthermore, I facilitated seamless integration and adoption of our systems through comprehensive training sessions directed at our client's management and workforce, fostering strong partnerships and driving tangible improvements across key operational facets. These initiatives consolidated the company's good relationships in a competitive staffing landscape, underscoring our commitment to innovation, efficiency, and client satisfaction.

As the Chief Brand Officer at eva, established and recognized as a viral YouTube channel focusing on social skills and styling advice, I played an instrumental role in transforming the company's brand identity and operational structure.I led the rebranding initiative, modernizing the brand's appearance from EVA to eva, and instituting a contemporary, sophisticated image. Implementing a systematic approach, I categorized eva's product offerings into local and remote segments, differentiating them into entry-level and premium tiers. This strategic framework facilitated clear communication of product availability and pricing, enhancing customer comprehension and engagement. I developed distinctive brand identities and personality for eva's flagship products: eva team, eva team virtual, eva turbo, and eva bootcamp — ensuring clear visual representation in all contexts.I optimized company operations by introducing and managing new systems, leveraging Google Workspace to foster enhanced collaboration and efficiency. This encompassed the establishment of robust data architecture and cloud storage systems, ensuring organizational coherence and effectiveness.In the realm of product development, I conducted the redesign and relaunch of eva turbo, a digital remote 8-video course supplemented with 15 practical exercises, branded as eva MISSIONS, in a system enabling users to track their progress — Playing a crucial role in redesigning the eva MISSIONS.In my capacity as head of PR and social media communications, I conceptualized and executed robust marketing strategies, curation, planning, and content production, driving peak all-time high reach and engagement in all social media platforms resulting in a substantial increase in course enrollments and revenue.Developed and refined sales strategies, planning, and scripts, driving sales growth by articulating and improving products and services increasing the value proposition to members and prospective new members.

As a team member, front-end developer, back-end developer, and designer at Daxion Team, I played a pivotal role in advancing the organization's objectives in technology education and digital content creation. Founded by FALCON MASTERS (Carlos Arturo Esparza), Daxion Team was renowned for its educational tutorials in the Spanish language, spanning HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, MySQL, Visual Basic, Graphic Design, Animation, Motion Graphics, Audio Engineering, Adobe Suite, Cinema 4D, and more, broadcasted primarily through YouTube.I was recruited to the team based on my demonstrated expertise in front-end development, animation, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery, MooTools, and later back-end development, PHP, MySQL, and WordPress Development — I contributed to the creation of educational content on YouTube under the username Simetricode, Co-hosting the "PHP WEB APPER" series, we aimed to impart foundational PHP programming principles for back-end development.Additionally, I led the establishment of the digital magazine Redact, where discussions on various technology topics were facilitated. Here, I designed the back-end infrastructure and contributed significantly to front-end design aspects. Notably, I developed a secure downloading system for the magazine, mitigating cybersecurity threats such as XSS injections, and implemented a statistical system to gauge the reach and impact of our PDF downloads.Beyond technical contributions, I played a key role in strategic planning and coordination, collaborating extensively with team members remotely via Skype. This collaboration spanned geographic locations, including Spain, Mexico, Guatemala, Argentina, Chile, and myself based in Colombia.Overall, my tenure at Daxion Team was characterized by a blend of effective collaboration, teamwork, innovation, culture, enthusiasm, values, and creativity, contributing to the organization's overarching objectives in technology education and digital content creation.

At the age of 13, fueled by my passion for technology and driven by an insatiable curiosity, I embarked on my programming journey. It all began with a Facebook game called "Bola," which captivated my interest and served as the catalyst for my exploration into the world of coding.My fascination with soccer led me to found a fan page, "Bola Champions League." Through this platform, I had my first interactions with code through the discovery of the Facebook Markup Language (FBML), which led me to experiment and understand the fundamentals of web development and inspired me to refine my skills in coding.Inspired by the transformative potential of technology and driven by a desire to make a difference, I founded Ciro Web, a web development and design company based in Bogotá D.C. Area, Colombia. Drawing from the successes of visionary entrepreneurs such as Simón Borrero (Founder of Imaginamos), Christian Van Der Henst (Founder of MaestrosDelWeb.com, ForosDelWeb.com, Mejorando.la, now of Platzi), Miguel Angel Álvarez (Founder of desarrolloweb.com), and Freddy Vega (founder Cristalab, Mejorando.la, now of Platzi), I was motivated to create impactful digital solutions that transcended boundaries, pushed the limits of innovation, creativity and transformed industries.As I delved deeper into the world of programming, I gained proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, PHP, and MySQL, laying the foundation for my career as a full-stack web developer.At Ciro Web, we offered a comprehensive suite of services to our clients, including graphic design, web development, web design, logo design, hosting, domain acquisitions, and more. Our packages were tailored to meet the diverse needs of local businesses, aiming at digitalizing and indexing their presence online, even in a time when having a website was not commonplace in Colombia.Among our clients were local businesses — Including my own school, where our mission was to empower them with a digital presence.