Samara Zapata

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ABOUT SAMARA ZAPATA

I’m a Senior Program Manager at The Walt Disney Company focused on improving enterprise digital platforms and enabling product teams to deliver at scale.My work sits at the intersection of technology, product operations, and user experience, where I help organizations translate strategic goals into scalable digital solutions. I specialize in leading complex initiatives that streamline workflows and strengthen the platforms teams rely on to build and deliver products.At Disney Experiences, I lead initiatives that optimize collaboration tools, improve agile portfolio visibility, and enable cross-functional teams to operate more effectively. My work often requires bridging product strategy, engineering execution, and business leadership to drive meaningful enterprise-level improvements.Before transitioning fully into technology delivery, I led global design and brand initiatives across multiple markets. This background shaped my approach to digital platforms: the most effective systems are not only technically sound but also intuitive, user-centered, and aligned with real business outcomes.Areas of focus• Enterprise digital platforms and collaboration tools• Agile product and program delivery• Platform governance and operational scalability• Cross-functional leadership across product, engineering, and business teams• Translating complex problems into clear and actionable solutionsI’m particularly interested in opportunities at the intersection of product strategy, platform development, and enterprise technology, where thoughtful design, strong execution, and data-driven decision making can unlock meaningful user and business impact.