Zabyzaky Uy Leccio, CMC®, is the Managing Consultant and Director of Trucend Business Management Inc., bringing more than 14 years of experience in commercial sales, operations, and business development across start-ups, e-commerce, SaaS, aviation, retail, and wholesale. He is an experienced C-suite manager with MBA credentials and an Aerospace Engineering background, recognized for building go-to-market strategies, operational SOPs, customer success frameworks, and growth partnerships across multiple sectors.
CMC Certification Story
Motivation for pursuing the Certified Management Consultant designation
“I wanted to formalize my consulting practice, even though I had been consulting for years, and align it with global standards. The CMC designation represents ethics, competence, and credibility, which are very important in my field. I also wanted clients to feel assured about my qualifications and that they were receiving the service they paid for.”
Preparing for the certification process and the most challenging part
“I believe my previous experience helped me with the certification process. I had the chance to review my methodologies and reflect on past projects, but the most critical part was the foundation I built from the start. One challenging aspect was managing my time, as I already had a company when I pursued certification. Balancing personal and other projects made time management difficult.”
Benefits experienced after becoming a CMC
“Personally, it has given me validation and confidence. Professionally, it has attracted leads and potential clients. It has boosted my credibility with existing clients and opened doors to strategic opportunities. I eventually became recognized as a credible advisor for market entry in the Philippines.”
Credibility and opportunities enhanced by the CMC credential
“The CMC designation is seen as a mark of professional competence, both in the Philippines and internationally. It reassures clients that they are working with someone qualified in this field. This has strengthened partnerships and increased opportunities for larger projects in my case.”
Message to consultants considering the CMC certification
“Many people ask me how to become a consultant. I began without a formal certification but later realized how much my credibility increased with the CMC. For those aspiring to be consultants and wanting to elevate their practice, challenge your thinking, and align with global consulting standards, pursue it. For me, it’s not just a certification but a commitment to excellence, professionalism, and continual improvement.”
