Guiding with experience and vision
Our Leadership Team
At eSkillz Plehnia, our leadership team builds a culture of innovation, integrity and dedicated client service. Guided by a commitment to help organizations make the most of both technology and talent, they enable our people to excel. Some are technology experts, others are people-focused designers, and many are hands-on consultants who take on complex challenges with confidence.
Nacho Marín Alonso
Nacho, founder of Plehnia, brings more than 20 years of experience helping large organizations grow through cutting-edge technologies. He now leads the expansion eSkillz into Spain, Southern Europe, and Latin America, shaping the next phase of the company’s global growth. Focused on delivering value and excellence in human capital management, he champions technologies that combine reliability with continuous innovation. He is committed to creating an environment where the team feels supported and able to make a meaningful impact. Nacho is dynamic and athletic, dividing his time between his children and his love of paddle tennis and mountain biking.
Don Cole
Don Cole has over 20 years of experience driving sales and organizational growth at eSkillz. He has developed successful sales teams for Fortune 50 companies like Fujitsu KnowledgePool and has played a key role in eSkillz's growth for over a decade. His commitment to excellent customer service is a cornerstone of sustainable growth, making eSkillz a trusted partner in the HCM/LMS industry. With a focus on fostering an integrity-driven culture, Don’s impact on the company is significant. He splits his time between Laguna Beach, CA, and Washington, D.C., where he enjoys surfing when possible.
Melissa Guerra
Melissa Guerra is an entrepreneur and a driving force at eSkillz, where she has scaled the company into one of Inc. 5000’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies. With 30 years in solution delivery in HCM and learning technologies, she helps organizations translate strategy into performance and business results. Her commitment to customer service, combined with her passion for a people-centric culture, has shaped eSkillz’s growth; driving innovation, expanding partnerships, and earning a reputation for delivering high-impact solutions powered by an extraordinary team. Melissa is a proud cancer survivor and most happy surrounded by family, friends, fiesta, wine and cheese.
Alma Damadzic
Alma Damadzic began her career at the United States Tennis Association before joining eSkillz in 2016. With over 20 years of experience in project management and learning development, she excels in delivering top-notch support to clients. Starting as a Program Manager, Alma now leads a team of experts in various roles, balancing client needs with executives’ visions. Her leadership promotes a collaborative environment with open communication. A passionate tennis player, Alma enjoys attending different tennis events and traveling with her family to explore new places together.
Josh Rogers
Josh Rogers, a self-starter with over 20 years of experience, specializes in project management and learning management system (LMS) implementations. He founded Open Jar Media in 2004, offering IT consulting and custom software development to various clients. In his role at eSkillz, Josh leads a talented team of designers, engineers, and IT specialists who solve client problems and deliver outstanding customer service. Based outside of Chicago, he balances work and family life while keeping up with his three teenagers involved in band, volleyball, and soccer.
Benjamín Figueroa
Benjamín Figueroa has over 20 years of experience leading teams, managing clients and directing projects in the training and technology sector. He has held key positions as Director of Training and is currently also a certified consultant at Cornerstone OnDemand, specialising in HCM/LMS solutions. His career combines strategic vision, hands-on leadership and operational excellence, consolidating high-value services in different organizations. Passionate about talent development, continuous improvement and customer satisfaction, Benjamín lives in Madrid and finds balance by travelling and discovering new places and cultures whenever he can.
Fermín Arbea
Fermín Arbea Sotes is a principal consultant and project manager with over 12 years of experience in HCM solutions, specialising in the Cornerstone OnDemand platform. He has successfully led digital talent transformation initiatives in sectors such as banking, retail and technology, contributing strategic vision, operational efficiency and customer focus. His approach combines rigorous analysis, effective communication and measurable value delivery. He currently manages complex projects, aligning business and technology objectives. In his spare time, Fermín cultivates his interest in reading, history and rugby, constantly evolving both personally and professionally.
Nacho Marín Alonso
Nacho, founder of Plehnia, brings more than 20 years of experience helping large organizations grow through cutting-edge technologies. He now leads the expansion eSkillz into Spain, Southern Europe, and Latin America, shaping the next phase of the company’s global growth. Focused on delivering value and excellence in human capital management, he champions technologies that combine reliability with continuous innovation. He is committed to creating an environment where the team feels supported and able to make a meaningful impact. Nacho is dynamic and athletic, dividing his time between his children and his love of paddle tennis and mountain biking.
Don Cole
Don Cole has over 20 years of experience driving sales and organizational growth at eSkillz. He has developed successful sales teams for Fortune 50 companies like Fujitsu KnowledgePool and has played a key role in eSkillz's growth for over a decade. His commitment to excellent customer service is a cornerstone of sustainable growth, making eSkillz a trusted partner in the HCM/LMS industry. With a focus on fostering an integrity-driven culture, Don’s impact on the company is significant. He splits his time between Laguna Beach, CA, and Washington, D.C., where he enjoys surfing when possible.
Melissa Guerra
Melissa Guerra is an entrepreneur and a driving force at eSkillz, where she has scaled the company into one of Inc. 5000’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies. With 30 years in solution delivery in HCM and learning technologies, she helps organizations translate strategy into performance and business results. Her commitment to customer service, combined with her passion for a people-centric culture, has shaped eSkillz’s growth; driving innovation, expanding partnerships, and earning a reputation for delivering high-impact solutions powered by an extraordinary team. Melissa is a proud cancer survivor and most happy surrounded by family, friends, fiesta, wine and cheese.
Alma Damadzic
Alma Damadzic began her career at the United States Tennis Association before joining eSkillz in 2016. With over 20 years of experience in project management and learning development, she excels in delivering top-notch support to clients. Starting as a Program Manager, Alma now leads a team of experts in various roles, balancing client needs with executives’ visions. Her leadership promotes a collaborative environment with open communication. A passionate tennis player, Alma enjoys attending different tennis events and traveling with her family to explore new places together.
Josh Rogers
Josh Rogers, a self-starter with over 20 years of experience, specializes in project management and learning management system (LMS) implementations. He founded Open Jar Media in 2004, offering IT consulting and custom software development to various clients. In his role at eSkillz, Josh leads a talented team of designers, engineers, and IT specialists who solve client problems and deliver outstanding customer service. Based outside of Chicago, he balances work and family life while keeping up with his three teenagers involved in band, volleyball, and soccer.
Benjamín Figueroa
Benjamín Figueroa has over 20 years of experience leading teams, managing clients and directing projects in the training and technology sector. He has held key positions as Director of Training and is currently also a certified consultant at Cornerstone OnDemand, specialising in HCM/LMS solutions. His career combines strategic vision, hands-on leadership and operational excellence, consolidating high-value services in different organizations. Passionate about talent development, continuous improvement and customer satisfaction, Benjamín lives in Madrid and finds balance by travelling and discovering new places and cultures whenever he can.
Fermín Arbea
Fermín Arbea Sotes is a principal consultant and project manager with over 12 years of experience in HCM solutions, specialising in the Cornerstone OnDemand platform. He has successfully led digital talent transformation initiatives in sectors such as banking, retail and technology, contributing strategic vision, operational efficiency and customer focus. His approach combines rigorous analysis, effective communication and measurable value delivery. He currently manages complex projects, aligning business and technology objectives. In his spare time, Fermín cultivates his interest in reading, history and rugby, constantly evolving both personally and professionally.