Luisa Escalona

I help engineering teams go from inefficient collaboration and multitasking to stronger productivity and focus

Prioritization Workshops, Feedback Training, Talks, and Retrospectives for Engineering and Cross-Functional Teams

My profile

I’m a software engineer, author, facilitator, and speaker with deep technical expertise and transformative interpersonal skills.

I help professionals grow and build stronger relationships at work, creating a culture of mutual respect and effective problem-solving.

This unique blend of technical expertise and interpersonal development makes me a versatile professional who drives both technological innovation and human-centered organizational growth.

Software Engineer

Full-stack engineer with 18+ years of experience spanning the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Proficient in a diverse range of programming languages and databases. Experience delivering software solutions for entrepreneurs, SMBs and corporations, using Agile methodologies and the product model.

Empowering people in the workplace facilitator

I'm used to facilitating workshops and experiential activities, where teammates learn different ways to solve problems effectively, and build stronger connections. This helps business professionals create a culture of mutual respect and collaboration in the workplace.

Encouragement Consultant

I've helped individuals seeking personal and professional growth through the Encouragement program. This transformative approach helps people improve their personal well-being and build stronger, healthier relationships at individual, family, and professional levels, by uncovering their inner potential.

Speaking & Workshops

What I can do for your team

I help teams work better together by turning collaboration challenges into practical improvements. Through interactive workshops and talks, I help engineering and cross-functional teams strengthen teamwork, give better feedback, prioritize with more clarity, and build habits that improve productivity without burnout.

My sessions are hands-on, energizing, and tailored to your team’s needs — whether you want to improve psychological safety, run better retrospectives, or help people focus on what matters most.

Want to help your team collaborate better?
Let’s talk about the format and outcomes that fit your team best.

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My Book

El león que no podía dejar de rugir (The Lion Who Couldn't Stop Roaring) is a children's book in Spanish inspired by a team-building activity I’ve run many times. The book reminds us that emotions drive behavior and may be hiding something deeper. When we feel lost, it’s important to remember that we all have multiple gifts, and we can shine in many different ways.

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My Workbooks

After facilitating dozens of workshops and activities, I designed and self-published on Amazon different workbooks to help you improve your professional and personal well-being
The retros log

Team collaboration and performance
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Mindful moments

Personal awareness and self-care
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Read Discuss Repeat

Reading experience and book discussions
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100 week planner

Personal organization and family dynamics
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Luisa Escalona

About Me

Born and raised in Venezuela, I moved to Peru in 2017 with my family. Five years later, in 2022, I joined a SaaS company that brought us to Sweden.

If a phrase could describe my work ethics, it should be "I get things done." I'm not afraid of hard work or failure. I'd rather say, "I tried and it didn't work" than wonder, "what if?" Some people make plans or have ideas but don't act on them. That's not me; I take action.

I consider myself a catalyst. I drive change when things are not working. I  excel at utilizing available resources to achieve goals. After a task is completed, I thrive on finding areas for improvement.

I truly believe that teamwork and collaboration are the key to unlock the full potential of a team. When everyone is engaged and committed, the sky is the limit! 

My friends describe me as a caring, kind, honest, and respectful person. Helping others improve in any area of their lives is my way of creating better workplaces.

Contact Me

If you have any question, please send me a message.

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