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Seasoned executive and global tech policy expert with over a decade of leadership experience in international non-profit, philanthropic, and multilateral development organizations. Proven track record of guiding global teams through complex projects, shaping international tech policy, and advancing digital rights. Committed to promoting an open, secure, and rights-respecting digital sphere.As a Director on the Responsible Technology team at Omidyar Network, I focus on consumer protection, healthy and competitive online marketplaces, alternative business models, and the development of technology that underpins greater individual empowerment, social opportunity, and user safety. I manage multi-million dollar budgets for advocacy, research, and philanthropy.Previously, I served as the Director of Global Policy at Public Knowledge, where I spearheaded the development and execution of a global tech policy strategy, significantly influencing policy directions in the US and beyond. At the Inter-American Development Bank, I oversaw the Multilateral Investment Fund, channeling millions into innovative social projects across Latin America.My expertise spans technology policy, digital rights, AI governance, privacy legislation, content regulation, and antitrust and competition policy. I have designed and led transformative tech policy initiatives, developed advocacy strategies, and built coalitions with diverse stakeholders to drive responsible tech innovation and policy reforms.I hold a PhD in Political Science from the European University Institute, with a dissertation comparing internet privacy protection frameworks in the EU and US. At home, I speak Spanish and English.

Listed skills include Policy Analysis, Politics, Research, Public Policy, and 44 others.

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  Director, Tech Policy

  Omidyar Network

  Jul 2021 - Present - Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

  -Leadership & Strategy: Led multidisciplinary teams to advance responsible tech initiatives globally.- Budget Management: Manage a multi-million dollar budget for programmatic and philanthropic work.- Policy Development: Developed strategies on data policy, privacy, antitrust, kids online safety, trade, and industrial policy influencing international and domestic discussions.- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborated with governmental agencies and international organizations.- Coalition Building: Fostered partnerships with major companies and civil society organizations.