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Paola Sprenzel

Pioneer · DISC type sdi
Vice President of Business Development at Leopardo Construction
📍 Greater Chicago Area, United States

Paola Sprenzel is a Vice President at Leopardo Construction, leading strategic growth with over 20 years of experience in construction and workplace strategy. Described by peers as strategic, dedicated, and business savvy, she excels at expanding market presence and cultivating client partnerships in healthcare, interiors, and industrial sectors.

Outside of work, Paola is deeply committed to community impact. She serves on the board of Female Strong, mentoring young women, and the Special Leisure Services Foundation, which supports recreational programs for individuals of all abilities. She is a passionate advocate for advancing women in the construction industry.

Unique fact: Before her career in construction, Paola co-founded and served as CEO for a high-end womens fashion boutique for over a decade.

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Experience
25 Years
Current Role
Vice President of Business Development
Job Level
Senior
Location
Greater Chicago Area, United States
Personality Overview

How Paola shows up

Decisive But Friendly
Dynamic But Sincere
Driven But Considerate

They combine a unique set of diverse traits where they are fast and friendly but can slow down to be thorough when needed They have the unique ability to win both love and respect from their team (or outsiders) If they are convinced, they can become very strong champions for your product

Priorities

Topics Paola cares about

Women in Construction
Actively supports organizations like the Federation of Women Contractors and Professional Women in Construction to champion mentorship and inclusion.
Youth Mentorship
Serves on the board of Female Strong, a nonprofit dedicated to building confidence and creating pathways for young women, and helped launch their first camp.
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Career

Work history

3-2026
Vice President of Business Development
Leopardo Construction
2-2023 - 3-2026
Vice President of Business Development
BEAR Construction Company
3-2021 - 2-2023
Director, Business Development
BEAR Construction Company
7-2019 - 3-2021
Global Business Development, Client Partnerships -Americas
Unispace
5-2014 - 7-2019
Business Development
Forward Space, LLC
In the press

Media appearances

Leopardo Welcomes Paula Sprenzel as Vice President of Business Development to Support Strategic Growth. Featured in Leopardo Construction (company press release)
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Paola Sprenzel – Leadership Profile. Featured in BEAR Construction Company
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Education
2004 - 2006
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Harrington College of Design
1998 - 2000
Education details unavailable
Barat College of DePaul University
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Steadiness (S)

Steadiness (S) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to focus on cooperation, support and taking everyone along. Those scoring high tend to be consistent and calm.

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