Zaira Marie Verunque

Zaira Marie Verunque is a highly experienced professional in academia and business, currently serving as a Faculty Lecturer at the Higher Colleges of Technology since August 2023, while also fulfilling the role of CEO and Founder at IBoard Living since October 2020. Zaira has a diverse background that includes positions such as Senior VOC Officer at Cotecna Inspection, where operational improvements led to a 25% reduction in delivery times, and Co-Founder of the Hair for Life Foundation, which provides wigs to cancer patients. Previous roles include Senior Marketing Director at IMG, Business Analyst and Chief Marketing Officer at FEMTECH International, and Project Manager for disaster response initiatives under the Department of Social Welfare and Development, achieving significant project funding and community engagement. Zaira holds a Master's degree in Engineering/Industrial Management from Northwest Samar State University and a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from Eastern Visayas State University, showcasing a strong academic foundation in engineering and management.