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Valerie Puchades, CPSM has a diverse work experience in marketing and strategic planning. Valerie is currently working at CVG as the Director of Strategic Planning / Senior Marketing Specialist. Prior to this role, they worked as a Marketing Specialist at CVG. Valerie also has experience as the Director of Marketing at GUND Partnership, where they used their strategic planning background to help identify challenges and deliver innovative buildings. Valerie has also held several leadership roles at SMPS Boston, including Immediate Past President, President, Vice President/President Elect, and Director of Communications. Valerie has worked as a Marketing Director at Bargmann Hendrie + Archetype, Inc. and as an Associate | Director of Business Strategy at Harriman. Additionally, they played a key role in the merger of The Cecil Group and Harriman. Valerie started their career as the Owner/Chief Chocolatier at vianne chocolat, where they developed a successful boutique chocolate brand and conducted a cause marketing campaign. Valerie also has experience as an Assistant Product Manager at DentaQuest and as the Director of Marketing at Integrated CADD Services. Valerie's earliest work experience was in marketing at Sterling Associates Architects Inc. throughout their career, they have demonstrated expertise in integrated marketing communications, business strategy, and leadership within the A/E/C industry.

Valerie Puchades, CPSM has a strong educational background in marketing and integrated marketing communication. Valerie earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from the State University of New York at Oswego between the years 1993 and 1997. Following that, they pursued a Masters of Arts degree in Integrated Marketing Communication from Emerson College from 2005 to 2007.

In addition to their marketing education, Valerie also obtained a Professional Chefs Certificate from the Cambridge School of Culinary Arts in 2000. This certification showcases their interest and expertise in culinary arts.

Valerie's dedication to professional growth is evident through their additional certifications. In 2013, they obtained the Certified Professional Services Marketer (CPSM) certification from the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS). This certification demonstrates their expertise and knowledge in professional services marketing. Furthermore, in 2020, they completed the "Entrepreneurship in Emerging Economies" certification program offered by edX, highlighting their interest and proficiency in entrepreneurship.

Valerie Puchades, CPSM's education history showcases their diverse knowledge and skills in marketing, integrated marketing communication, professional services marketing, culinary arts, and entrepreneurship.