María Gracia Granara
@maragraciagranara
Business strategist with expertise in user-centered design and innovation.
What I'm looking for
I'm a professional specialized in designing experiences with a strategic focus, boasting over 5 years of experience leading innovation, research, and digital product improvement initiatives across sectors like banking, consumer goods, and insurance. My expertise lies in transforming insights into viable, desirable, and profitable business opportunities.
My experience combines data analysis, leadership of multidisciplinary teams, and user-centered design, directly contributing to the growth of digital products and platforms. I seek to lead teams and projects that create real impact in people's lives and business indicators.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Business Designer
Yape
May 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Led the research and design of new value propositions, including monetization models for micro-businesses and product development under a Neobank and Superapp approach. Defined roadmaps and features to increase user retention and profitability, contributing to a significant financial gain.
Design Researcher
Alicorp
Sep 2022 - Present (3 years)
Improved and created new functionalities for a digital tool used by Alicorp's sales force. Led research for a sustainable loyalty plan and developed two products, including a smart scale for small shops to capture sell-out data.
UX Specialist
Rimac Seguros
Mar 2021 - Present (4 years 6 months)
Applied UX Research methodologies, including user interviews, to generate user personas for various digital products. Managed content for web flows, telemarketing portals, and renewal processes using Content Manager (CMS) and Bot maker.
Analyst Core Business Services
EY Perú
Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 8 months)
Developed curricula and prepared learning KPI reports for internal clients. Supported instructional design for training sessions and provided consulting assistance to family business boards.
UX Writer
Agencia Liquid
Jan 2018 - Present (7 years 8 months)
Developed content for Entel.pe landing pages, focusing on UX and SEO. Created communication strategies for Entel services and product launches.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Marconi
Diplomado en Liderazgo, Leadership
2022 - 2022
Completed a diploma program in leadership, focusing on key principles and practices for effective leadership in various contexts. The program provided insights into strategic decision-making and team management.
Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas
Bachiller en Comunicación y Periodismo, Communication and Journalism
2012 - 2017
Obtained a Bachelor's degree in Communication and Journalism, graduating in the top tenth percentile of the class. The curriculum covered various aspects of communication, media, and journalistic practices.
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