I have had a very enriching experience in management in my past years of professional experience. I have worked in industries always related to science, from oil and gas, to quality control for food and feed. I have found the most enriching experiences when working with clients and when I am managing a team of people. This came through the different roles I played in Quimiem, a small company dedicated to distribute products for quality control assurance in food and feed in Ecuador.  Starting in sales was complicated for someone with a science background, but completely fruitful. I have developed leadership skills, analytical and critical thinking, strategy and customer service through this role, which allowed me to move into management. Understanding customers necessities, while thinking about what is best for my company, has allowed me to succesfully manage my sales team for the last year and a half. Not only do I need to understand the client and my team, but also the industry where we work. The food and feed market in Ecuador is small and complicated. Taking the time to understand how it works and what impact we can make has been essential for me when I came to a leadership position in the company. I also am very passionate about supporting your employees on their professional learning, their work and results are a direct reflection from the leadership they are given. I hope to have the opportunity to remain in similar roles in the future.