Luis Estrada, Ph.D.

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Transformation and Continuous Improvement Director, Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt at Alcon

Mansfield, Texas, United States

Overview

Luis Estrada is an enterprise leader and Transformation Director at Alcon, with a Ph. D. from Capella University. He specializes in driving operational performance and has pioneered the integration of AI to accelerate value realization. Colleagues consistently describe him as an inspiring, motivational, and patient mentor.

Outside of his core role, Luis shows a keen interest in digital media, recently earning certifications in AI video creation. He is passionate about doing “work that matters” and is praised for his generosity in supporting and educating colleagues across the globe.

Luis will be a featured speaker at the upcoming Business Transformation & Operational Excellence World Summit in late 2026.

Personality Overview

Fast But Analytical

Thorough Evaluator

Quality Focused

They are not very likely to become strong advocates of your product or service  They focus on the results, but can still be quite procedural and analytical about how to get there They have a unique set of diverse traits where they are decisive and methodical but can sometimes be extra cautious and skeptical

Topics They Care About

Operational Excellence
As Alcon's Transformation Director, he has published articles and is an upcoming global summit speaker on embedding continuous improvement across diverse business functions.
AI in Business
He pioneered integrating AI into operational excellence at Alcon to improve decision-making and holds certifications in machine learning and AI video creation.
Mentorship & Coaching
Multiple recommendations highlight his skill as an inspiring mentor and patient coach, dedicated to guiding colleagues through complex challenges and training.

Media Appearances

Luis has no verified media appearances

Work History

10-2016
Transformation and Continuous Improvement Director, Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt at Alcon
2-2015 - 10-2016
R&D Organizational Effectiveness, Project Leader at Alcon
1-2012 - 2-2015
R&D Learning and Development, Learning Partner at Alcon
1-2011 - 1-2012
Associate Director, Portfolio Analysis and Business Operations at Merck
10-2008 - 12-2010
Merck Polytechnic Institute, Associate Director Learning and Development at Merck

Education

B.Sc. from Harding University
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD from Capella University

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Exp : 26 Location : Mansfield, Texas, United States Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Transformation and Continuous Improvement Director, Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt at Alcon
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Insights For Selling To Luis

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Be prepared for comments or questions that are critical of your product or your claims
  • Showcase your competitive superiority clearly when possible or address it at the minimum
  • Use phrases like ‘the ROI of this’, ‘X% more’ etc.

DONT's

  • Don’t nudge them to do something by using the logic that others have done the same
  • Avoid too much small talk, just a few formal pleasantries should be fine
  • Avoid making strong statements, instead invite them to agree with you by asking them questions

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Luis is

  • ROI matters the most to them, followed by process and finally proof of results
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Luis

  • They might hesitate a little, but will go ahead and say no when necessary (or asked)

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Luis move?

  • They are unlikely to move very fast, especially when it comes to new products or services
  • Can Luis take some risk or not?

  • They have relatively low risk-appetite and are not very likely to go for something unproven and risky

You And Luis

Personality Compatibility


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