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Natalya Collingwood

“My mission is to learn, adapt, and innovate in the evolving world of technology and healthcare, transforming challenges into opportunities and delivering solutions that create real impact for organizations, providers, and the communities they serve.”

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 Visionary 

 Intellectual 

 Passionate 

 Innovative 

 Resilient 

Why sales?

I’ve always been driven by a desire to understand people, solve problems, and make a meaningful impact. That passion for connection led me to pursue my AA in Psychology and my AA in Business, where I developed a strong foundation in human behavior and strategic thinking.


My interest in healthcare began early through my grandfather’s and father’s experiences as an EMT and medic in the Air Force, and it deepened while working as a Patient Service Coordinator at Orlando Health. Interacting with patients every day showed me how powerful it is when the right solutions meet the right needs. During my time in the cardiology department, I met pharmaceutical and medical device sales professionals and realized that sales offered a unique path where I could blend relationship-building with purpose-driven problem‑solving.


At the same time, my path took an unexpected but exciting turn when I transitioned into data analysis at Siemens-Energy. I entered the field right as AI tools were becoming more widely integrated into business workflows, giving me hands‑on experience with technology that was rapidly evolving. Working with data taught me how to think analytically, interpret trends, and understand how technology can drive smarter decisions. Seeing AI’s growth firsthand sparked a deep interest in the tech industry and the ways innovative tools can transform how businesses operate.


Sales became the perfect intersection of everything I care about: connecting with people, understanding their challenges, and guiding them toward solutions that genuinely improve outcomes. With my background in data analysis and my excitement for emerging technologies, tech sales feels like a natural next step—one where I can combine analytical insight with relationship‑driven communication to help clients adopt tools that move their organizations forward.

The Professional Sales Program (PSP) at UCF

The Professional Selling Program (PSP) is a highly selective, nationally recognized program within the College of Business at UCF. Out of thousands of students, only 35 top candidates are admitted each semester. This one-year program provides intensive training in consultative selling, negotiation, and relationship management, supported by real-world experiences such as sales roleplays, networking events, and corporate partnerships. Each student is paired with a professional mentor and gains access to career development resources and internships. Ranked among the top sales programs in the nation, PSP equips graduates with the skills and connections needed to excel in today’s competitive marketplace.

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