María Gabriela Pezo León
About María Gabriela Pezo León
María Gabriela Pezo León serves as the CEO (Chief Empathy Officer) at Catalyst Inc. in Ecuador and has over 10 years of experience in human resources, having worked with various national and multinational companies.
Work at Catalyst Inc.
María Gabriela Pezo León serves as the CEO (Chief Empathy Officer) at Catalyst Inc. since 2022. In this role, she focuses on fostering an empathetic workplace culture and driving initiatives that enhance employee engagement and well-being. Her leadership aims to create a supportive environment that prioritizes the needs of employees while aligning with organizational goals.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
In addition to her role at Catalyst Inc., María Gabriela Pezo León is actively involved in several positions. She has been working as an HR Business Partner and Leader of Internal Communications at LATAM Airlines since 2021. She also serves as a part-time university professor at INSTITUTO SUPERIOR TECNOLÓGICO ARGOS since 2021. Furthermore, she is a facilitator at The Inner Game Institute by Tim Gallwey, contributing her expertise to enhance organizational performance.
Education and Expertise
María Gabriela Pezo León holds a master's degree in Human Resources Management from OBS Business School, which she completed from 2016 to 2017. She also studied Human Resources Management at Universidad Particular de Especialidades 'Espíritu Santo,' earning a degree in Organizational Psychology from 2008 to 2015. Currently, she is pursuing a Diplomado in Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies at Universidad del CEMA, focusing on diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Professional Background
María Gabriela Pezo León has over 10 years of experience in human resources, working with various national and multinational companies. Her previous roles include working as a consultant in human management at Quala S.A. and as an HR Business Partner at Avianca. She has also held positions in organizational development at Pronaca and talent attraction at Mabe Corporativo, contributing to her extensive knowledge in the field.
Community Involvement and Social Work
María Gabriela Pezo León is actively involved in social work, particularly in initiatives related to gender equality in Ecuador. She volunteers with the Global Shapers community of the World Economic Forum, where she participates in projects aimed at empowering women and promoting social justice. Her commitment to these causes reflects her dedication to making a positive impact in her community.