Leonarda Lapuz

Leonarda Lapuz currently serves as the IT Area Head at Lexmark Research and Development Corporation, where she plays a pivotal role in steering the company's technological vision and operational excellence in Cebu. With over a decade of experience in IT management, Leonarda has demonstrated a strong ability to align IT strategies with overarching business objectives, ensuring that technological initiatives effectively support Lexmark’s innovation-driven environment. Her leadership encompasses overseeing critical areas such as technology infrastructure, cybersecurity operations, and enterprise business applications, including Salesforce.com and SAP SD, to optimize operational efficiency and data integrity.

In her current role, Leonarda spearheads key projects focused on enhancing cybersecurity resilience, implementing scalable IT infrastructure, and integrating advanced solutions to streamline workflows. Her expertise in requirements analysis, testing, and agile project management enables her to lead cross-functional teams through complex initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to industry best practices like ITIL. She actively fosters stakeholder relationships across departments, translating business needs into effective IT solutions that drive productivity and support Lexmark’s strategic growth.

Leonarda’s comprehensive skill set—including hardware management, technical support, and process optimization—positions her as a strategic leader capable of navigating the evolving landscape of enterprise IT. Her focus on continuous improvement and innovation ensures that Lexmark remains at the forefront of technology, leveraging her expertise to build resilient, scalable, and secure IT environments that empower the organization to meet its long-term objectives.