Hector E. Baraona

Managed operations, quality management, technical infrastructure, talent, and resource management as part of P&L responsibilities while introducing and maintaining state-of-the-art technology solutions like NGFW, VPN, NAS for consolidated backup and recovery planning. Also integrated Cloud-based solutions, CAT tools, and ERP (NetSuite).

• Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
• Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

A Small World Translations & Localization Corp., redefining translation services management and delivery by replacing the task-oriented, client-vendor model with an integrated partnership throughout the translation supply chain.

• Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
• Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
• Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Established successful production facilities in Princeton N.J. and Larchmont N.Y., resulting in exceptional sales growth and profitability by implementing a distributed management approach and integrating global production hubs.

• Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
• Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.

• Led technology operations as Senior Technology Executive for a pure-play company, facilitating the sale of brand-name goods across various industries and sales channels in Latin America and Spain.
• Successfully executed the deployment, alignment, development,and implementation of a multi-lingual technology platform enabling swift establishment of pan-regional infrastructure in support of two wholly owned subsidiaries: Fiera Group and LSI (Logistics Systems International LLC).
• Responsibilities involved converting specific business requirements into cost-effective solutions, conducting business and technical assessments, creating comprehensive security solutions, and offering technical leadership on information protection practices.
• Analyzed existing workflows to identify areas of potential improvement through automation or streamlining measures.

• Developed a comprehensive strategic and operational plan for integrating three companies: Planet Access Networks (Software development), WordHouse, and Bureau of Translation Services.
• Advised CEO and COO on M&A matters, focusing particularly on technology integration for three entities.
• Led the merger of four companies and created a unified vision. Implemented development and production methodologies across all three business units.
• Identified commonalities and overlap between companies for streamlining efficiencies in developing the first Multilingual Web development methodology and best practices.

• Served as global systems architect under direct supervision of EVP of technology for Worldwide Technology Development.
• Held a critical role in shaping the company's technical policy and strategic direction.
• Achieved operational excellence by orchestrating the setup of 3 Data Centers, catering to the requirements of 52 global locations.
• Supported technology by actively designing and managing corporate systems infrastructure, communications network, and connectivity requirements.
• Responsible for overseeing the functionality of corporate website, Intra and Extranet infrastructure, e-commerce initiative integration, and inventory management systems in the publishing division.
• Maintained awareness of economic conditions, political developments, and other factors that could affect business operations worldwide.

• Analyzed financial data to make informed decisions on cost savings initiatives.
• Managed day-to-day operations of a large staff in multiple departments.
• Effectively oversaw and controlled sales and production operations in Southeast Asia, while simultaneously assuming leadership responsibilities for the entire Asian region excluding Japan.
• Managed software localization HUB and language resource centers across Asian regions.
• Partnered with local management in driving improvements in sales revenues, production outputs, and operating margins within the region. Ensured that services and final products were consistently delivered on time while maintaining exceptional quality.
• Maintained close communication with production staff to foster motivation and ensure consistently high productivity.
• Managed and integrated technology solutions to produce savings for the division while overseeing all out-of-country proposals and projects.
• Developed training programs for production personnel tools and techniques.
• Managed production costs, interfaced with other directors of operations, and provided necessary support to sales and marketing in pre-sales planning, support, estimating, and scheduling.

• Ensured adherence to company policies and regulations related to safety, environment protection and legal compliance matters.
• Managed strategic reorganization of local production office in Thailand, resulting in a significant boost to profits and revenues.
• Revamped organization operations to consistently provide customers with high quality, on-budget, and punctual final products.
• Maximized productivity by managing both sales force and production staff, resulting in successful acquisition of new accounts.
• Served as a valuable resource in providing training to new team members from production and engineering backgrounds.

• Assisted with troubleshooting complex technical problems involving advanced machinery or software applications.
• Successfully managed the localization of software and technical documents into Latin American Spanish and Brazilian Portuguese, meeting high quality standards while adhering to timelines and budget constraints.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction levels for existing clients by providing superior products and a diverse set of services, resulting in increased repeat business.
• Demonstrated strong teamwork skills by partnering with the sales force to establish strategic relationships with new clients locally as well as internationally. Led various cost management initiatives including direct and indirect production expenses while ensuring optimal profitability.

New York, NY - 09/1984 - 01/1990

• Product Manager for MS SQL and Communications server.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Santiago, Chile - 02/1990 - 09/1992

• Helped launch Microsoft in Chile, with a talented team of senior executives which included Orlando Ayala & Mauro Muratorio.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
• Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
• Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.