TranXcend®, is a local Information Technology and Systems Integration firm.
We strongly believe in technology convergence and its strategic value as an effective tool towards information management, business leadership and the adoption of emerging markets. We clearly understand the challenge that businesses and government organizations face today. The way we see it, People are as critical to an agency’s success as Processes and Technologies. For TranXcend®, well-defined processes are a necessary foundation for cost-effective and agile IT environments.
We strive to support IT organizations in implementing frameworks, systems, standards, methods, practices, and tools in their pursuit to improve service quality, operational efficiency and IT Governance. Our ultimate goal is to assure that the operational processes are aligned with the overall business strategy and culture of the enterprise.
Our Vision
To foster the creation of a technology and business consulting organization that can transcend in the 21st Century through the application of global emerging technologies, innovative entrepreneurship and servant leadership.
Our Mission
Identify, develop and maximize the potential of those emerging technologies for Puerto Rico and become the leading organization that will close this technology gap while driving self sustainable, prosperous and innovative business models.
Our Executive Board Members
Archer Lebrón is currently a business entrepreneur and Co-Founder, President and CEO of TranXcend® Inc., an Information Technology consulting company with practices in Software Development, Project and Business Process Management, Corporate Coaching and Mentorship and Adoption of Innovative Emerging Technologies.
In the past, he has also held key management positions for Johnson and Johnson Pharmaceuticals, FirstBank, and IBM Corporation. While at IBM, he was responsible for the Lotus Development Business Unit for the Puerto Rico, Caribbean and Central America Region. During this period he managed to close the biggest software contract in the region for IBM & Lotus Development software with the government of Puerto Rico. Before creating TranXcend ®, he was working as a Board member and Managing Partner for Softek Inc., one of the top Software Development firms in Puerto Rico. During his tenure at Softek, he was responsible for the company's Sales, Marketing and Operations strategy. Archer is currently a CertifiedProfessional ITILPractioner and holds a BBA in Information Systems from the University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus and an MBA in Information Systems from the University of Sacred Heart, Santurce, Puerto Rico.
He currently ocupies various leadership positions in Non for Profit Associations or Executive Boards, among some of them are the following:
Chairman of the Board of the Internet Society, Puerto Rico Chapter
Board Member Puerto Rico Manufacturer's Association (PRMA)
President of the Technology Committee for PRMA
Board Member Coalition of the Private Sector
Puerto Rico Branding Committee (PRIDCO)
University of Puerto Rico Business School Mentorship Program
Former Board Member Computer Science and Engineering Advisory Council (CSEAC), UPRM
Ada I. García is Co-Founder and COO of TranXcend® Inc. She is a well known person in our industry, with a proven career track record. She has more than twenty (20) years in the information technology industry and has been exposed primarily with the implementation of enterprise software solutions.
She worked twelve (12) years for the Bank industry where she collaborated mainly with Banco Popular, in their Consumer Lending Area. Later, she took on a three (3) year term in the Public Sector supporting the municipalities in the implementation of their first Financial System. She was instrumental in the design and implementation of their first Information Technology Public Policy.
During her six (6) year tenure at multinational software giant, Microsoft Corporation, Ada had the opportunity to deliver innovative software technologies to improve the business operations of many business organizations in Puerto Rico in both Private and Public Sectors.
Being the first woman appointed as General Manager of the Microsoft Offices in Puerto Rico, and the third one in Latin America; Ada I. Garcia, moved the Puerto Rico subsidiary to the #1 growth position in Latin America and arrived second on a global scale, only preceded by China and followed by Japan. Today, she is totally focused in buidling her professional career as a company co-owner and co-founder of TranXcend ®, Inc.
Ada is currently a CertifiedProfessionalITIL Practioner and holds a BBA in Accounting from the University of Puerto Rico, Bayamón Campus and an MBA in Information Systems from the University of Sacred Heart, Santurce, Puerto Rico.
She has also been involved in the following Non for Profit Organizations:
Internet Society, Puerto Rico Chapter, Chief of Staff
Balleteatro Nacional, Board Member
INTECO, Technology Corridor, Former Board Member
Computer Science and Engineering Advisory Council (CSEAC), Former Board Member
Our Executive Staff Members
Lourdes Lebrón is the Managing Director for the Corporate Coaching & Communications Division of TranXcend® Inc. She has a proven career track record in Human Resources Management with over 15 years of experience in strategic key management positions from recognized 500 fortune companies in areas of Manufacturing, Service, Sales, Banking, Telecommunications and Information Systems.
She performs a strategic role in our organizational development plans, specializing in Human Resource Systems, HR Issues, and Interpersonal Relationships. Areas of specialty include Management Leadership, Personal and Organizational Change Management, Performance Management and Development, Organizational Transformation, Executive Coaching, and Group Facilitation.
She has conducted professional services on topics including Interpersonal Relationships, Organization Effectiveness and Development, Management, Communication, and Leadership Excellence. Her professional approach towards her practice is to take a snap-shot assessment of the organization, its culture, its vision, values, strategies, policies and practices and translate what this means into individual and organizational success.
She is a certified Life and Corporate Executive Coach supporting auto-discovering and self-realization while inspiring individuals to reach their greatness. She holds a Master Degree in Human Resources Management and in Management from the Metropolitan University of Puerto Rico. She is also the only graduate from Puerto Rico to conduct Jack Canfield Success Principles trainings. These trainings are combined with coaching techniques to support individuals go from where they are today to where they want to be in the future. She is an active member of the Society of Human Resources Management for the Puerto Rico Chapter.
Dr. Ray Rivera is an Executive Coach and Industrial Psychologist with TranXcend ® Inc. He has a very diverse professional background in the areas of Management and Human Resources. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences from the University of Puerto Rico, a Master’s Degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Carlos Albizu University and a Doctorate in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from the same institution.
He has worked as Manager and Consultant in Human Resources for various organizations in Puerto Rico and also works as a faculty member for the University of Phoenix in the Business Management and Marketing programs. Some of the organizations he has served include, Kapco Industries, HRC Consulting, Wyeth, United States Postal Service, Autoridad de los Puertos and la Cooperativa de Seguros Múltiples.
He has also participated in multiple research initiatives and publications in the areas of Industrial/Organizational Psychology and Business.
Dr. Rivera’s professional experience includes:
Recruiting and Selection of Employees
Design and Implementation of Training Programs in Professional and Technical Areas
Design and Revision of Company Policies
Multiple Organizational Development Initiatives
Employee Evaluation at all Levels
Training in Emotional Intelligence, Work Stress and Change Management
Customer Service Consulting and Training in Diversity in the Workplace