Elena Vásquez
Engineering director · Meeting-room strategist
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- Engineering Director · Cascade Systems
- Based in
- Seattle, United States
- Experience
- 14 years in technology
- Speaks
- English, Spanish
In her words
Went from IC to director in engineering orgs where I was routinely the only woman in the room. I am very specific about interruptions: what to say, in what tone, and what to do the second time it happens.
What she can help with
Being Heard in Meetings
Speaking up, holding the floor, and stopping interruptions.
Claiming Credit for Work
Making your contributions visible when others take the spotlight.
Visibility & Recognition
Getting noticed for high-impact work across the organisation.
Executive Presence
Showing up as a leader others trust with bigger stakes.
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