Nicolas Velasquez

Nicolas Velasquez is a seasoned professional in strategy and operations, currently serving as GCP Senior Manager at NetApp since July 2012, where responsibilities include defining go-to-market strategies, assessing market potential, and ensuring cross-functional alignment. Previously, as Senior Manager in Corporate Alliances, Nicolas achieved significant operational cost reductions while boosting bookings from $90 million in FY13 to $1.2 billion in FY21. Earlier roles include Program Manager at NetApp, where process improvements led to an 86% reduction in turn-around time and a 90% increase in accuracy, and Head of Research at El Mercurio SAP, overseeing strategic redesign in operations and marketing. Nicolas began a career at Accenture as a Consulting Analyst after obtaining an MBA from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Master's in Engineering from Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile.