

OUR FOUNDER
Meet Jose Samayoa, Founder and President.
Jose Samayoa is the founder and president of Eels Professional Development. He has had a diverse career journey filled with professional experiences from both private and public sectors.
Jose most recently served as Chief Operating Officer of a leading personal injury law firm in Connecticut where he oversaw all operational and human resources activities. Prior, he was with a Fortune 300 company from 2013 to 2024 where he held many roles across different business functions and rose from an individual contributor to a senior manager-level position.
The foundation of his professional journey was set during his military service, where he was proudly enlisted in the United States Navy from 2006-2012. Jose holds a bachelor's degree from Johnson and Wales University and an MBA from the University of Connecticut.
About our team
We are a firm who cherishes the opportunity to help people on their career journeys.
We are built on the belief that a fulfilling life and career can be found in the workplace. That any person with a regular job can pursue a strong quality of life to achieve life’s most precious goals.
However, it's not always easy or guaranteed. A successful career journey takes planning and skill development based around many variables. Allow us to help you maximize the impact of what you can control.