As a graduate from the Universidad Internacional del Ecuador (UIDE, Quito, Ecuador), I have received a Bachelor’s in Tourism and Environmental Management (Ingeniería en Gestión Turística y Medio Ambiente) and National Tourism Guide diploma (Guía Nacional de Turismo). My past work experiences and educational background as an engineer in ecotourism and environment provide me with a strong foundation in the field of tourism and adventure travel, specifically in river guiding and trip leader. Having co-owned and co-operated my own rafting company, Torrent Duck, I also have a substantial experience and knowledge about business management and responsibilities.