Christina Bucio, LSSBB,SSM
Christina Bucio, LSSBB, SSM, is a dynamic and accomplished leader in the technology and continuous improvement space, currently serving as a Senior Customer Solutions Manager at Amazon Web Services (AWS). With a professional foundation rooted in Lean Six Sigma methodologies and agile practices, Christina brings a “People First, Process Second, Metrics Third” philosophy to every role she takes on. Her career spans over a decade of progressive leadership experience in organizations such as Amrock, Nexsys Technologies, and the BloodCenter of Wisconsin, where she has driven innovation, streamlined operations, and led cross-functional teams with a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction, data intelligence, and scalable software solutions.
A graduate of Marquette University with a Bachelor of Science in Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Christina has continuously evolved her skill set to meet the demands of a fast-changing tech landscape. She holds certifications including Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB), Certified Scrum Master (SSM), and AWS Certified Solutions Architect. Her recent recognition as a Marquis Who’s Who Honored Listee underscores her industry influence and commitment to excellence. Whether facilitating Innovation Days in partnership with AWS and Teradata or mentoring the next generation of tech leaders, Christina exemplifies a career driven by purpose, adaptability, and impact.
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
• Six Sigma Black Belt
• Marquette University- B.S.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to make the most out of every opportunity in front of me—even if that sometimes means having the courage to say no; I was reminded of this recently at a women’s conference, where I learned that many women tend to hold themselves back from applying or interviewing unless they meet 100% of the qualifications, when in reality, growth often comes from stepping into the unknown.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering the industry is to just go for it—don’t wait until you have everything perfectly figured out and know that it's okay to learn as you grow; one important lesson I didn’t learn until my first leadership role (which might surprise many) is that you can and should negotiate your salary.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in my field right now is that many enterprises see AI as just a trendy buzzword—they often don’t fully understand its capabilities, purpose, or the time and strategy required to implement it effectively, so a big part of my role involves guiding teams through that learning curve and helping them define meaningful, results-driven use cases.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me—both in my work and personal life—are collaboration, communication, and honesty; I teach my kids that it's always okay to ask questions, because while you might eventually figure something out on your own, working together and being willing to communicate often leads to better, stronger outcomes—even if it takes more time and effort up front.