About Michael Rodriguez
I started my professional career in Venezuela with IBM, while in the last year of the Computer Science program at Universidad Central de Venezuela. Continued my career in the US with IBM, American Express, Eastern Airlines, SystemOne (Amadeus), EDS, American Express (again!) and PayCargo. I am multi-lingual (English/Spanish-full fluency, Portuguese-basic, Italian-basic), married, have four daughters, and four grandchildren. I live on a mountain in North Georgia, and enjoy reading, woodworking, traveling, cooking, and tasting wines.
Experience
After 35+ years in the Information Technology area, where I held leadership positions from DBA Supervisor to Chief Information Officer, my focus changed to using my skills and experiences to help others become more effective leaders in the business world and to provide support and guidance on cultural transitions.
Education
I hold a Licensed Scientist Advanced Degree (six-year program) in Computer Sciences (UCV), CIO Preparatory Program (Account Leadership Program – EDS), and I am a trained Life and Professional Coach (Coach-U).
Focus
I own my own company, MianJa Solutions (“Seek balance; find success”); I am also a consultant and advisor to PeopleTek addressing Leadership Development challenges in the trans-cultural context, challenges related to Organizational Transformation, and developing strategies for growth.