About Aponwao Ideas
Aponwao Ideas is the product of a mother/daughter team with a passion for projects and making them happen. Aponwao is the name of both a river and a waterfall (Chinak Meru) in the southeast of Venezuela, and with our name we pay homage to our homeland and her beautiful natural treasures.
While operating independent entities in the United States and the Netherlands, we come together to collaborate and share what we have learned and developed over the years, in way that is accessible and effective. Our services include project scoping and planning, problem-solving, organizational assessments, workshop facilitation, collaborative brainstorming, and customized consulting solutions for both short- and long-term projects, of any size and any sector.
We believe all individuals and organizations have ideas and projects worth exploring, but may at times get lost or stuck figuring out how to make them a reality.
We have created a blueprint to navigate this, and our purpose is to provide the tools needed to get people to where they want to go.
United States
Led by Lizzie Lee, Aponwao Ideas, LLC is a woman-owned small business based in Washington State.
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Lizzie Lee
she/her
Lizzie is a seasoned professional in Program and Project Management. Her career is a testament to her dedication and leadership in overseeing complex projects and national and international cross-functional teams. Her ability to navigate through technical challenges, coupled with strategic planning, has played a pivotal role in the successful execution of numerous programs. She has a successful professional history in the aviation and aerospace industry, government contracting, as well as in oil, infrastructure, mining, and consulting across numerous organizations.
Lizzie holds an Engineering degree specializing in Electro-Mechanical Engineering and a Master of Science in Project Management. She has been a Subject Matter Expert in multiple task forces for the Project Management Institute (PMI), and is PMI-PMP and PMI-SP certified.
Beyond the boardroom, Lizzie is a passionate long-distance runner. Having completed more than 500 races, her running is a metaphor for the long-haul commitment she brings to her professional and personal life.
In addition to her professional and athletic achievements, Lizzie is a passionate family historian. With an innate talent for genealogy, she has spent years unraveling the intricate threads of her family’s history. Her ability to connect with her past generations has not only enriched her own understanding of heritage but has also become a cherished gift to her extended family through the preservation and publication of the family chronicles.
Read more about Lizzie on her LinkedIn page.
Netherlands
Aponwao Ideas is a registered eenmanszaak with the Netherlands KvK, and is led by Alejandra Moreno.
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Alejandra Moreno
she/they
Alejandra has over ten years of rich international experience in project coordination and management. Their multicultural background has shaped a global perspective, fueling a passion for social justice and an unwavering dedication to making a positive impact. With a sprinkle of hospitality, most of their professional background is in community-level projects within the nonprofit and government sectors.
They specialize in project initiation, planning, and communications, with a strong focus on creating inclusive, collaborative, and empowering spaces. Their approach is to embrace and nurture atypicality, both in themselves and in others, in order to strengthen community and foster human diversity. At Aponwao, Alejandra works to co-develop and deliver strategic roadmaps that align visions and empower teams.
Alejandra brings a wealth of experience and a commitment to integrated and intentional work, and they consider themselves to be in eternal pursuit of growth and learning.
While not at work, they’re at their happiest when either creating art or completely surrounded by nature and animals. Alejandra is originally from Venezuela and has degrees in Communications and International Studies. They currently live in Amsterdam, in the Netherlands.
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Want to collaborate with us?
We collaborate with organizations that share our commitment to social impact, inclusion, and meaningful change. By working together, we bring diverse expertise and perspectives to create practical solutions that address real challenges.
Our partnerships are built on shared values and an organized hands-on approach, ensuring that our work leads to real outcomes rather than just ideas. Whether through joint projects, workshops, or strategic initiatives, we focus on critical thinking, adaptability, and long-term impact.