Leopardo Welcomes Paola Sprenzel as Vice President of Business Development to Support Strategic Growth

Leopardo Construction is pleased to announce that Paola Sprenzel has joined the firm as Vice President of Business Development, reinforcing the company’s commitment to relationship-driven growth, strategic partnerships, and long-term market expansion.

Sprenzel brings more than 20 years of experience across commercial real estate, construction, and workplace strategy. At Leopardo, she will focus on deepening client and partner relationships while identifying opportunities aligned with the firm’s expertise in complex construction environments.

“Paola brings a rare combination of market intelligence, authenticity, and relationship-building that aligns perfectly with how Leopardo approaches business development,” said Jessica Sherwood, Senior Vice President of Growth at Leopardo. “Her ability to connect people, ideas, and opportunities strengthens our foundation and positions us well for the next chapter of growth.”

Prior to joining Leopardo, Sprenzel led strategic growth initiatives, building high-performing teams and implementing systems that supported scalable growth, expanded market presence, and deepened client engagement. In both global and regional leadership roles, she cultivated strong partnerships across architecture, design, and commercial real estate communities, identifying opportunities that drove meaningful project outcomes.

“Leopardo has experienced tremendous growth and is rapidly expanding its national footprint. It’s the perfect moment to join the team and help accelerate that momentum,” said Sprenzel. “I’m excited to be a true value add partner to our clients—bringing innovative solutions, collaborating with high performing teams, and leveraging technology to drive smarter cost outcomes.”

Beyond her professional work, Sprenzel is deeply committed to expanding opportunity across the industry and within her community. She actively supports organizations including the Hispanic American Construction Industry Association (HACIA), Federation of Women Contractors, and Professional Women in Construction, where she champions mentorship, inclusion, and the advancement of women in construction.

Sprenzel serves on the board of Female Strong, where she supports leadership development initiatives designed to build confidence and create pathways for young women, and played a key role in launching the organization’s first camp. She also serves on the board of the Special Leisure Services Foundation, helping expand access to inclusive recreational programming for individuals of all abilities—an effort that reflects her strong commitment to service and community impact.