Program & Project Manager · PMP

    I deliver complex programs and projects, no drama.

    PMP-certified Program & Project Manager with over a decade leading transformation programs, multi-project portfolios, and global teams across 3 continents. Today I run global projects at Toptal, design PMOs, and coordinate strategic programs for companies in LATAM, US, and Europe.

    Credentials

    Authority built on execution

    PMI

    PMP · PMI Future 50

    • Project Management Professional (PMP) — PMI
    • PMI Future 50 (2020) — global recognition by the Project Management Institute
    • +10 years leading technology programs and projects in LATAM, US, and Europe
    • Global Program & Project Manager at Toptal
    • Official speaker at PMI congresses
    Toptal

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    What I do

    Program & Project Management that delivers

    I don't chase checklists. I coordinate multiple projects, align stakeholders, unblock decisions, and drive the entire program toward business outcomes.

    Leadership of digital transformation and technology programs

    Integrated multi-project portfolio management

    PMO design, implementation, and direction

    Project and program rescue (turnaround)

    Coaching and mentoring of Project & Program Managers

    PMP, agile methodologies, and governance training

    Portfolio

    A decade delivering programs and projects

    Digital transformation programs, software portfolios, PMOs and AI initiatives. Multicultural teams across LATAM, US and Europe. Here are some of the most relevant projects and programs.

    Professional summary

    I have led programs and projects in software development, digital transformation, social impact, and IT at medium to large companies, with significant experience in Odoo and AI initiatives. Starting as a software developer, I have over a decade coordinating multi-project portfolios under Waterfall, Agile, Scrum, and hybrid methodologies. I've worked with multicultural teams globally, managing dependencies, vendors, and executive stakeholders. My technical background and business-oriented mindset enable me to bridge strategy and execution, ensuring every program delivers measurable benefits aligned with organizational goals.

    Areas of expertise

    • Program Management & Portfolio Governance
    • Business Process Management (BPM)
    • Business Analysis & Stakeholder Management
    • Digital Transformation Program Management
    • IT Project & Program Management
    • PMP — Project Management Professional
    • Agile, Scrum Master & Coaching
    • Technical Project & Program Management
    Featured projects

    Featured projects

    Curated selection of the highest-impact projects.

    Luxury hospitality tech platform

    North Development Group LLC · Miami

    2025–2026

    End-to-end implementation of a full-stack platform for a luxury short-term rental property. International multidisciplinary team across 5 vendors and 3 internal teams. Discovery phase with 60 functional requirements, system architecture, 3 guest entry points (App, OTA, Web), AI orchestration layer, Dormakaba BLE smart lock integration, bilingual Eva AI assistant, and activation of 80+ OTA channels (Airbnb, Booking, Expedia, VRBO, Marriott). 55-week backlog executed with zero supervision. Phase 1 delivered on time (April 15, 2026).

    Salesforce → Odoo migration (CRM & POS)

    DISH

    Business Analyst & Product Owner

    I led the Salesforce to Odoo migration, defining the backlog, refining user stories, and ensuring system readiness. Process optimization, improved reporting, and bridged communication between stakeholders and technical teams in DISH's ERP modernization.

    Digital transformation, Scrum & PMO

    Phoenix Calibration

    2021–2023

    Restructured and launched the project portfolio, created the PMO, and executed as a consultant. Implemented customer portal ($150K), introduced project governance, led backlog management, and redesigned the company's agile SDLC.

    Omnichannel digital transformation

    Distribuidora Corripio · 54+ companies

    2020–2022

    Led the omnichannel transformation of Grupo Corripio. Rolled out 2,400 Office 365 licenses in 6 months, implemented Zendesk, redesigned software, helpdesk, and billing processes. 90% of 140 staff trained on Scrum.

    SOP standardization · Petcare Marketing

    Zoetis

    Project Manager Consultant

    Led SOP standardization for the Petcare Marketing department. Centralized SharePoint repository, templates, process audits, identification of inefficiencies, and proposal of streamlined governance.

    Process improvement & DAD framework

    Morsum

    Technical Program Manager

    Introduced Disciplined Agile Delivery, designed scalable workflows in Miro, trained the team on Jira Work Management, reorganized daily stand-ups, and developed an action items tracking workspace.

    Trajectory

    Trajectory

    2022 – Present

    Project Manager · Toptal

    Global Project Manager. Top 3% of freelance PMs in the world.

    2019 – Present

    Founder & Consultant Manager · STEMERIA

    Digital transformation, tech team training, Waterfall→Agile migration, corporate diagnosis, and evolution plans.

    2016 – Present

    Founder · Mujeres TICs RD

    +15 speakers, 20 partners, 500+ volunteers. Largest Girls in Tech event in the country.

    2019 – 2024

    Instructor · Barna Management School

    BBA Innovation & ICT Fundamentals. Over 200 students trained in Agile and innovation.

    2021 – 2023

    Project Manager Consultant · Phoenix Calibration

    $150K customer portal, PMO from scratch, project governance, agile SDLC.

    2020 – 2023

    Volunteer Lead · Facebook Developer Circle Santo Domingo

    Built and managed an active developer community with Meta.

    2020 – 2022

    Digital Transformation Manager · Distribuidora Corripio

    Omnichannel transformation, Office 365 rollout (2,400 licenses), Scrum, Zendesk.

    2016 – 2020

    IT Director & Consultant Lead · Bunker

    Built the IT department, +30 projects, internal products, infrastructure, Scrum, and Laserfiche BPM.

    2014 – 2017

    System Engineer III · Claro

    External vendor management, web/mobile app deployment, QA automation, Agile adoption.

    2013 – 2014

    Junior Consultant & Requirement Analyst · Argentum

    Requirements analysis, solution design, and DAD/TDD workshops.

    2012

    QA Analyst · Newtech

    Test cases, test management, and support to business analysts.

    Education

    • MBA · Barna Business School (2020–2022)
    • Engineer's Degree in Information Technology · UNIBE (2013–2015)
    • Bachelor's Degree in Software Engineering · ITLA (2008–2011)

    Certifications

    • Project Management Professional (PMP) — PMI · 2020
    • Talking to AI: Prompt Engineering for PMs — PMI · 2025
    • Generative AI Overview for Project Managers — PMI · 2025
    • Data Landscape of GenAI for Project Managers — PMI · 2025
    • Laserfiche Certified Professional · 2017
    • Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) · 2007
    Skills & tools

    Skills & tools

    Paradigms

    Agile · Scrum · Kanban · Lean · Waterfall · SAFe · DAD · BPMN · Change Management · Requirements Analysis

    Tools

    Jira · Confluence · Asana · ClickUp · Miro · Odoo · Salesforce · HubSpot · Azure DevOps · Atlassian · Bitbucket · SharePoint · Microsoft Excel · Laserfiche

    AI & Tech

    Generative AI · Prompt Engineering · AI Orchestration · ERP · CRM · POS · APIs · System Integration · SDLC · MVP

    Industries

    Hospitality · Telecommunications · Retail · Construction · Energy · Banking · Education · Public Sector · Startups

    My approach

    Hybrid, pragmatic, and human

    I combine the best of PMI, Agile, program management, and change management. I adapt methodology to the program, not the other way around.

    • Clear scope, objectives, and benefits from day one
    • Stakeholders aligned, not just informed
    • Risks and cross-project dependencies managed before they become problems
    • Motivated teams with real autonomy
    • Execution and benefits metrics, not activity metrics
    Experience

    Industries I've worked in

    Technology and software
    Banking and fintech
    Telecommunications
    Public sector
    Education and training
    International organizations
    Impact

    Projects that left a mark

    Digital transformation programs delivered on time and budget.

    PMOs built from scratch, today running entire portfolios.

    Project & Program Managers trained and certified, now leading their own teams.

    "Projects don't fail for lack of technology. They fail for lack of leadership, clarity, and human preparation."

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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What project management certifications does Julissa hold?
    Project Management Professional (PMP) certified by the Project Management Institute (PMI), recognized on the PMI Future 50 list (2020).
    In which industries does she have project leadership experience?
    Hospitality tech (international hotel chains), real estate tech, corporate digital transformation, public sector and multi-country tech innovation projects.
    Does she lead projects directly or only advise?
    Both models: as a senior Project Manager on critical projects (interim PM) or as a strategic advisor for internal PMOs and executive teams.
    Which methodologies does she apply?
    Hybrid: PMI/PMBOK for governance, Agile/Scrum for execution, OKRs for strategic alignment and structured change management for organizational adoption.
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