Barbara Velasquez

Trained AI models by writing and checking prompts, ensuring high-quality, relevant deliverables for global tech clients. Leveraged AI tools to support data-driven projects.

Managed product portfolio by leading multiple concurrent initiatives to align with corporate goals; defined business cases and scouted new business opportunities. Collaborated with cross-functional teams on New Product Development Introduction (NPDI) projects, ensuring seamless execution from concept to market within tight timelines.

Led a diverse portfolio of high-stakes projects (NPDI, M&A) across EMEA. Mentored a team of project managers, aligning their efforts with business objectives and resolving cross-functional bottlenecks to ensure execution excellence.

Spearheaded a global NPDI portfolio, managing multiple simultaneous projects (pumps, drives, IoT devices) with a 95% on-time delivery rate across 5 continents. Designed governance processes, maintaining profitability and utilization KPIs while overseeing budgets and timelines for enterprise-level initiatives.

Managed client inquiries, analyzed technical documentation, sized and defined base quotations for industrial heat exchangers according to client specifications. Managed ETO (Engineer-to-Order) projects in industrial sectors, valued up to $2 million, as a Contract Project Manager.

Completed an Executive Master in Business Digital Transformation, focusing on the strategic application of digital technologies in business. Gained expertise in leveraging digital tools and strategies for organizational growth and transformation.

Obtained a Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in Energy. Developed a strong foundation in mechanical principles and energy systems.