For Visionaries Who
Create the Future
Creative Leadership Academy
In a world where the future belongs to the bold, courageous, and risk takers, we empower visionaries to create, lead, and innovate at the highest level. Our vision is where excellence meets creativity, and where leaders exceed their own expectations. Not only do we identify trends, we define them! Because the future isn’t something we wait for – it’s something we create.

Founder & CEO
Paola R. Ramirez
Chief Executive Officer | Leadership Development & Business Growth Strategist
Paola is a passionate advocate for leadership excellence, helping small and medium-sized business owners build high-performing teams and sustainable growth strategies. With nearly two decades of experience in leadership development, executive coaching, and human resources, she specializes in equipping business leaders with the tools and skills to grow personally and achieve their business goals.
As Chief Executive Officer, Paola leverages her expertise to design leadership programs tailored to the unique challenges of growing businesses. She has successfully guided entrepreneurs and leadership teams in optimizing their people strategies, improving employee engagement, and fostering cultures of perfomance, accountability, and innovation.
Paola holds a Master of Science in Organizational Behavior from New York University and a Bachelor of Business Administration in International Marketing from Pace University. She is also certified in leadership training, coaching, and public speaking from Texas A&M University, and John Maxwell Leadership. She holds a Senior Professional in Human Resources certification from the Society of Human Resources Management. Paola’s extensive experience and recognized achievements have equipped her with a deep understanding of what it takes to support and guide resilient, high-performing leaders in today’s fast-paced business world. With a hands-on, results-oriented approach, she empowers business owners to scale their companies while cultivating teams that thrive.
Whether you’re looking to enhance leadership skills, streamline HR strategies, or create a culture of growth and engagement, Paola is dedicated to helping business owners lead with confidence, clarity, and excitement for the future.
Your Vision - Our Expertise
Our main purpose is to help you grow your business
There is no greater reward than to see our clients succeed and realize their dreams.
We think outside the box to solve your problems
Once we identify the challenges, we create a strategic plan to target specific goals and drive meaningful results.
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Customer Reviews
“Nothing but great words. Paola’s knowledge of Organizational Behavior, Coaching, and Business Strategy is extensive, expansive, and invaluable. She is relatable, loyal, and extremely reliable! As a human capital professional myself, to have wisdom and knowledge in Paola at a phone call away has been truly valuable to my own expertise. Trusting Paola with your business goals and strategies is a solid choice. Know when doing so, you’ll have an advantage in the area you’re seeking. Talent development is crucial to overall company growth, and I trust all my client team members and leaders in her hands!”
Jessica Lewis, Human Capital Strategist
SimplySee
“When I first met with Paola, I knew she would bring great value to my business. She’s very knowledgeable and passionate about her work. She conduced a needs assessment, made very insightful recommendations that we immediately implemented, and we are seeing optimal results. She’s also very pleasant and provides the utmost professional support. She’s someone that inspires you to go to the next level.”
Jason Moan, Owner & CEO
Choice Realty of South Florida
“Paola has outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, enabling her to effectively assist us with mediating conflicts and fostering a positive work environment. Paola’s proactive approach and dedication to continuous improvement significantly enhanced our HR processes and contributed to increased employee satisfaction and productivity.”
Kevin Castellano, Owner
Crystal Clear Pools & Spas
Creative Leadership Academy’s guidance in HR and branding services for my business has exceeded my expectations! Paola demonstrated exceptional expertise, professionalism, and personalized support and encouragement throughout the entire process! Initially, I felt overwhelmed, but with her guidance, I now have the confidence and skills necessary to successfully launch and grow my business. It was a fun and memorable experience. Thank you CLA!