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Leyda Lazo
Leyda Lazo, born December 18, 1982, is a Cuban-American entrepreneur and a notable figure in HR. She founded Human Capital Consultants International (HCCI) in 2018, leveraging her educational background in Business Administration and Marketing from San Marcos University and a Master's in Strategic Human Resources Leadership from Cornell University. Under her leadership, HCCI has emerged as a vital provider of HR services. Additionally, Leyda is certified in Neurolinguistic Programming and Executive Coaching and holds a Senior Certified HR Professional (SHRM-SCP) credential, further enhancing her expertise in the field.

Leyda Lazo actively contributes to multiple advisory boards. She is a member of the John Maxwell Leadership Team and serves on the Advisory Council for the Harvard Business Review. Previously, she held several board roles at the Greater Miami Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), illustrating her extensive involvement in promoting leadership development and advancing HR practices across different platforms.

Early Ventures
At the age of 23, Leyda opened her first business selling sports glasses to local runners and cyclists. She created her own brand and later sold the business to focus on her studies and gain experience in her true passion—HR and Executive Coaching.

Leadership Initiatives
Leyda Lazo, with her founding of Human Capital Consultants International (HCCI) in 2018, has notably advanced the HR field. To further give back to her professional community, Lazo created the Leadership Coaching Challenge and Mentoring 2.0 Program. These initiatives are designed to mentor HR professionals by providing them with advanced coaching and leadership strategies, emphasizing her commitment to enhancing the capabilities and careers of those within the HR community. This effort reflects her dedication to fostering growth and excellence in human resources management.

Strategic HR Leadership
Leyda Lazo has strategically harnessed her extensive experience from working with both large corporations like First Data Corporation and various startup organizations to enhance HR practices across multiple states. This diverse background has been instrumental in her ability to design and implement strategic HR initiatives that align with organizational goals, substantially improving workforce planning and execution. Her contributions underscore her ability to navigate and optimize HR operations in diverse and dynamic environments, establishing a strong foundation for leadership in human resources management.

Publications
Leyda authored "The Executive Coaching Guide: What Every HR Professional Needs to Know" and "I Am the Magic Within," dedicated to her daughter Sophia.

Awards and Recognitions

 * Recognized as a Top 100 Leadership and Development HR Influencer.
 * Named a top executive coach by Coachfoundation.com.
 * CEO of the Week by Databird Business Journal.
 * Featured in June 2024 WomLEAD Magazine.

Personal Life
Leyda lives in Florida with her husband, Luis Lazo, and their daughter, Sophia.

Contributions to HR
Leyda Lazo has strategically enhanced HR practices by implementing advanced HR technologies and providing leading compliance and legal expertise across multistate operations. Her leadership has notably improved both HR practices and employee engagement.