Jeannette L. Collazo

About Jeannette L. Collazo

As the President & CEO of Lurdez Consulting Group, Inc, a woman-led boutique IT firm founded in 2017, I specialize in project management and engineering services with a higher purpose: promoting diversity and empowering people of all ages in technology. With over 25+ years of managing complex IT initiatives for Fortune 500 clients, I provide onsite PM-driven support, collaborating with engineering teams and vendors on tailored solutions in cybersecurity (threat mitigation and compliance), cloud computing migrations and hybrid architectures, data center transformation and modernization, and AI-integrated implementations using generative tools for efficiency and innovation.My relational approach sets me apart—I\'m the author of T.E.A.M: The IT Project Managers\' Secret Decoder for Increasing Relational Excellence (a personality assessment tool that enhances team dynamics) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Virtual Reality (VR): Beyond Reality for Project Managers, offering insights into tech trends. Bilingual and committed to inclusive teams, I\'ve shattered glass ceilings while delivering results, earning the 2020 Daily Herald AABE Award, a feature in Today\'s Inspired Latina, Vol. 4, a HERStory Spotlight nomination, and a cover in Total Prestige Magazine.In 2025, I expanded my passion for empowerment by launching Millionaire Mindsets Coach, where I guide high earners and those in financial struggle toward wealth building and debt freedom through personalized mindset shifts, coaching, workshops, and incentive programs. Certified via Financial Coach Master Training, this venture complements my IT work by emphasizing relational excellence and holistic success. This complements my IT work by emphasizing relational excellence and holistic success. Visit https://millionairemindsetscoach.com for more information.Whether you\'re seeking PM expertise for cybersecurity projects, cloud strategies, or AI innovations, or a 1099 contractor opportunity, let\'s connect.#ProjectManagement #Cybersecurity #CloudComputing #AI #DiversityInTech #MindsetCoaching

Experience

1. President and CEO

   Lurdez Consulting Group

   Mar 2017 — Present · US

   Lurdez Consulting Group, Inc.(President & CEO, 2017–Present) Led onsite PM and engineering services for mid-market clients in cybersecurity, cloud migrations, data center transformation, and AI implementations, ensuring seamless vendor collaboration and compliance. • Developed tailored solutions that optimized processes, reduced costs by up to 25%, and accelerated project delivery through relational team-building and generative AI tools. • Authored books and tools like the T.E.A.M. assessment (for enhancing IT team dynamics) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Virtual Reality (VR): Beyond Reality for Project Managers (for exploring tech innovations in PM), fostering inclusive environments and empowering diverse talent. • Expanded firm with a focus on diversity, mentoring professionals of all ages, and earning recognition like the 2020 AABE Award for business contributions.• As a distinguished keynote speaker and thought leader, I have inspired audiences globally, including a notable talk at the New York Times and international engagements in Amsterdam and France. My expertise spans personal empowerment, leadership, and specialized training, as evidenced by my corporate training at North Central College based on my work in relational excellence for IT project managers. I am committed to fostering growth and transformation, championing representation, and delivering impactful messages that resonate with diverse audiences.

Education

• Universidad de Puerto Rico

  Bachelors, BSBA (MIS and Marketing)

  1986 — 1991

• North Central College

  MSMIS, Information Technology

  1995 — 1997

Skills

• Business Analysis
• Six Sigma
• Management
• Requirements Analysis
• Cloud Computing
• Project Management
• Sharepoint
• Testing
• Troubleshooting
• System Deployment
• Itil
• Business Process Improvement
• Disaster Recovery
• IT Management
• IT Service Management
• Security
• Enterprise Architecture
• Process Improvement
• Integration
• Project Portfolio Management
• Virtualization
• Pmo
• Pmp
• Leadership
• Software Documentation
• Sdlc
• Visio
• Solution Architecture
• Vendor Management
• Information Technology
• IT Strategy
• Data Analysis
• Program Management
• Data Center
• Outsourcing
• Pre-Sales
• Budgets