Paola Andrea Díaz Vargas
About Paola Andrea Díaz Vargas
Paola Andrea Díaz Vargas is a Scrum Master with extensive experience in project management and operations across various industries, including technology and finance. She has worked in multiple roles in Canada and Colombia, demonstrating a strong commitment to collaboration and problem-solving.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Paola Andrea Díaz Vargas has been employed at Intact Financial Corporation since 2021, serving as a Scrum Master. In this role, she applies her expertise in agile methodologies to facilitate project management and enhance team collaboration. Her tenure at Intact has contributed to the company's commitment to innovation and efficiency in project execution.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Prior to her current position, Díaz Vargas held various roles in project management and operations across multiple organizations. She worked at Fusion Challenges as Operations Manager and Scrum Master from 2017 to 2020, and at Overture Project as Project Manager and Scrum Master from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, she served as Project Manager at FABRIQUE_A during the same period. Her experience includes managing projects in diverse sectors such as government and telecommunications.
Educational Background
Díaz Vargas holds a degree in Systems Engineering from Universidad Central (CO), which she completed from 2002 to 2007. She furthered her education by obtaining a specialization in Project Management from Universidad del Rosario between 2009 and 2010. Additionally, she studied at Université de Montréal, where she earned a certificate in French as a Second Language from 2014 to 2016. This educational background supports her roles in project management and agile practices.
Skills and Values in Project Management
Díaz Vargas values collaboration and effective communication in her roles as a project manager and Scrum Master. She emphasizes problem-solving and conflict resolution, which are critical in managing teams and projects. Her passion for technology and innovation drives her approach to hybrid project management, allowing her to adapt to various industry demands.
Professional Experience in Colombia
Before relocating to Canada, Díaz Vargas gained significant experience in Colombia. She worked as a Project Manager at Indexcol from 2011 to 2013 and at ProCibernetica from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, she held roles in technical support and quality assurance, including positions at MindShare and FLEEXER. This diverse background has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of project dynamics across different regions.