Sandra Mosquera Vargas
Afro-Latina
Vice President, Product Manager at JP Morgan Chase
Public speaker
Welcome to My Digital Home!
Hi, I’m Sandra – a Vice President of Technical Product Management, entrepreneur, and advocate for diversity and inclusion. As an Afro-Colombian immigrant who moved to the U.S. speaking little English, my journey has taken me from the rainforests of Quibdó to leading impactful projects at Fortune 500 companies like JP Morgan Chase. My work goes beyond technology—it’s about creating opportunities and paving the way for future leaders.
Dive Deeper Into My Story:
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Where It All Began:
Growing up in El Chocó, one of Colombia’s poorest and most underserved regions, taught me the value of resilience and community. These early life experiences shaped my drive to create change through technology and advocacy.
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Entrepreneurial Journey:
I founded Secrets Salon & Spa, offering uncommon beauty services for the Afro-Colombian community. This is just one of several businesses I’ve started, and I continue to develop new ventures, keeping my entrepreneurial spirit focused on innovation and empowerment.
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Career Expertise & Leadership:
As Vice President of Technical Product Management, I have led transformative projects, specializing in reliability engineering, operational excellence, and API gateway technologies. With a passion for driving technical innovation, I build scalable digital solutions and foster collaboration across teams. My leadership style emphasizes business impact and creating inclusive environments within the tech industry. This dedication has earned me recognition for my product management and technology contributions.
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Committed to Diversity:
As co-founder of Latinas in Tech Philadelphia, I’m passionate about creating opportunities for underrepresented groups in tech, especially Latina women. Through mentorship and advocacy, I strive to help others achieve their potential and advance in the industry.
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Family & What Matters Most:
After years of living alone in the U.S., I fulfilled a long-time dream by welcoming my mother to live with me. Family is at the heart of everything I do. In my free time, I enjoy playing Monopoly Deal with my husband and caring for our two doodles, Lilly and Daisy, who bring joy and warmth to our home.