Dax Pedraza
About Dax Pedraza
Dax Pedraza is the Director of Workplace and Operations at SentinelOne and the President & Owner of Zamaworks, with extensive experience in operations, strategic improvements, and financial management across various industries.
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Dax Pedraza is currently the Director of Workplace and Operations at SentinelOne in the United States. Additionally, he holds the position of President and Owner (ad-hoc) at Zamaworks, based in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale Area.
Professional Background
Dax Pedraza has held several significant roles throughout his career. Prior to his current roles, he served as Director of Workplace & Site Operations at Restaurant Brands International for six months in 2022 in Miami, Florida. He was the Sr. Manager of US Operations at Wix.com from 2016 to 2022, covering locations in Miami, New York, Cedar Rapids, and Sao Paulo. He co-founded and led business development at Wine n' Dine Worldwide, LLC. from 2014 to 2016. At Florida International University, he functioned as Operations Manager from 2009 to 2016, and before that, he managed budgets at the University of Miami from 2007 to 2009. Earlier roles include Business Operations Manager at Pedraza Architects and Sales Associate at Carnival Cruise Line.
Education and Expertise
Dax Pedraza holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Leadership and Negotiations from Florida International University - College of Business, completed between 2019 and 2021. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology from the University of Miami, where he studied from 1997 to 2003. His educational background is complemented by his attendance at Gulliver Preparatory School from 1993 to 1997.
SentinelOne Involvement
At SentinelOne, Dax Pedraza has been instrumental in leading the company’s real estate and workplace strategy across three major regions: the United States, LATAM, and India. He has also played a pivotal role in the company's mergers and acquisitions (M&A) initiatives, offering valuable insights into strategic decision-making processes. His contributions include developing and implementing policies aimed at enhancing operational processes, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to drive growth, and optimizing the company’s operations.
Skills and Achievements
Dax Pedraza has a proven track record in market entry strategies, particularly in the technology sector. He has significant experience in budget development and financial management, especially in the context of higher education and technology companies. His skill set includes expertise in process improvement and strategic initiatives, which he has successfully applied across various industries including technology, quick-service restaurants (QSR), and higher education. His contributions to critical business transformation initiatives at SentinelOne demonstrate his proficiency in leveraging strategic improvements.