Published 30th April 2025
The youngest person in the room doesn't have to stay quiet. Maddy moved from Brisbane to Sydney as an Academy for Customer Success graduate and built her way to Architect Advisor through authentic relationships. Now she turns technical complexity into customer wins.
Qiang spent over a decade on stage as a professional performer before becoming a software architect. Now a Principal Enterprise Architect for SAP Commerce Cloud in China, he's one of the leading experts in SAP Commerce across the APAC region.
The doubt was real, but Chioma built something bigger. From technology consultant to trusted advisor for SAP's most strategic accounts, she's proven that belonging isn't given—it's created. She co-founded Black Women in Tech DACH to make sure others don't have to build it alone.
Brings her authentic self to every role.
Builds trust with customers, translating their biggest challenges into real solutions.
She belongs at SAP.
“I started as an intern at SAP Colombia when I did not even know what SAP was! I was finishing university, and I was interested in technology. My father, who worked in the same building, suggested I check out SAP, and that is how it all began. My manager put me in front of customers instead of giving me typical intern tasks. ‘Come on, you can do it,’ she would say.
At 30, I became a people manager despite feeling unprepared. A leader taught me: ‘When someone sees potential in you, trust them, not your self-doubt.’ Embracing change and saying ‘yes’ before feeling ready has defined my career through four countries over 15 years. Readiness isn’t about being flawless; it is about taking the leap."
"Embracing change and saying ‘yes’ before feeling ready has defined my career through four countries over 15 years. Readiness isn’t about being flawless; it is about taking the leap."
— Cristina R.
"My journey with SAP continues to evolve with my new role leading Solution Advisory for Supply Chain Management across the Americas. In this position, I get to apply my passion for solving customer challenges, helping companies transform how they source, make, and deliver products in an increasingly complex global landscape.
Previously, as Head of Customer Advisory for Latin America and the Caribbean, I led over 350 talented people that guided customers through their entire value journey. We translated customer objectives, pain points, and transformation ideas into reality with SAP solutions.
Across six specialized teams, we delivered expertise and insights to our customers, from our Innovation team creating AI use cases through customer tournaments to our Industry Advisors consulting with C-level executives on transformation trends. Together, we helped customers envision, value, and implement SAP solutions through both high-touch and digital channels.
My leadership philosophy is simple: focus on understanding the person, not just their role. This is how you ensure and get the best out of people. The more authentic you are, the better relationships you build and the more trust you earn."
"As a BWN sponsor, I'm passionate about creating growth opportunities for people. Throughout my career, I've benefited from mentors who saw my potential, and now I'm committed to doing the same for others.
Over my 15 years with SAP, I've felt a strong sense of belonging, even with all the moves I've made – from Colombia to Germany, Spain, and now Miami. It's not just about the cities; it's about the incredible people I've met and the diverse experiences I've had across different regions and cultures.
Technology is the industry that is changing lives, ways of living, cities, countries, everything. SAP is a key part of it. I'm proud to be part of a company that's truly making a difference in the world."
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