Nelson Velazquez

Nelson Velazquez is an accomplished Principal Solutions Architect at ThoughtFocus since April 2024, with a diverse background in both technology and the arts. As Musical Director and Acting Instructor at The Second City since August 2018, Nelson provides education in improv and acting, while also serving as a Full Facilitator for Second City Works. Nelson is the CEO of Improductions, LLC since July 2017, directing operations and learning initiatives. Prior experience includes roles as Solutions Architect at BreakFree Solutions, DevOps Architect at Raytheon, and IT Architect at IBM, focusing on automated system deployments and CI/CD practices. Nelson's contributions as Artistic Director for Salsation Theatre Company and Director of Improv Education at Crown Point Community Theatre further showcase a commitment to theatre arts, including directing multiple improv productions. Educational credentials include a Bachelor's of Science in Computer Science from The University of Texas at San Antonio and various certificates in improvisational theatre and musical improvisation from The Second City Training Center.