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With extensive professional experience, I am proud to present myself as an international expert in educational management, deeply committed to research and teaching in agricultural and natural resource economics, as well as marketing analysis. My career began in 1999, progressing through various educational management roles, and culminating in my tenure as Provost-General Vicerrector of the Escuela Superior Politécnica del Litoral (ESPOL) from 2017 to 2022. During my leadership, ESPOL attained unprecedented recognition as Ecuador's premier public university, earning esteemed international accreditations, including ABET, EUR-ACE, AACSB, AMBA, and PMI, a testament to our unwavering commitment to quality education. By 2024, ESPOL ranks as the top university in Ecuador in 3 out of 5 international rankings and is the leading public university in 2.As an experienced researcher, I have secured nearly $3.5 million in funding from national and international sources, bolstering a robust portfolio of publications and supervising approximately 30 theses at both undergraduate and graduate levels. My expertise has been featured in over 25 academic events as an invited speaker. Committed to continuous professional development, I recently earned a certification in innovative virtual teaching techniques, with a focus on active and flipped learning.My leadership extends to spearheading critical programs and projects, as well as providing consultancy services for national and international organizations. Notably, my recent panel study on Climate Change and Migration in the Coast of Ecuador for the International Organization for Migration (IOM-UN) is set for publication in September 2024, marking another significant milestone in my career.
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Associated Researcher At The Cip-Rrd (Espol)Espol May 2023 - PresentGuayaquil, Guayas, EcuadorAs affiliated researcher at the Centro Internacional del Pacífico para la Reducción del Riesgo de Desastres (CIP-RRD-ESPOL), I am leading the development of a Study on Migration, Environment and Climate Change in the Coast of Ecuador, as a collaboration for the International Migration Organization (IOM-UN) which will be published in September 2024.
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Researcher - Lecturer / Faculty Of Life Sciences (Fcv-Espol)Espol Nov 2005 - PresentGuayaquil, Guayas, EcuadorSenior Researcher at the Escuela Superior Politécnica del Litoral (ESPOL), affiliated (since its creation in 2015) with the Faculty of Life Sciences (FCV). Prior to that, I was tenured professor at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Production Sciences (FIMCP-ESPOL) since 2005.
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Managing Director, Vlir-Network EcuadorEspol Apr 2013 - PresentEcuador / BelgiumThe VLIR Network is an international consortium that unites universities from both Ecuador (ESPOL, EPN, UCuenca, and UTN) and Belgium (UGent, KULeuven, UHasselt, UAntwerp). Focusing on areas such as biosciences, integrated water resources management, and innovation in education and technology transfer, the network fosters collaboration and knowledge exchange among its member institutions.Spearheaded the development and coordination of a successful funding proposal for the VLIR NETWORK, securing a $2.5 million grant over a 10-year period from VLIR-UOS.Appointed as General Director of the international university network in April 2013, demonstrating exceptional leadership and strategic planning skills.Successfully negotiated institutional support from member universities, ensuring robust network governance and effective annual planning.Oversaw the network's performance, meticulously monitoring implementation of key indicators and supervising the general administrator's activities.
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General Vicerrector - Provost Of EspolEspol Nov 2017 - Nov 2022Guayas, EcuadorFrom 2017 to November 2022, I served as the Provost of ESPOL, where my main responsibility was overseeing its operations and academic projection. During this period, significant advancements were made to solidify ESPOL's leadership position in the Ecuadorian academic community. True to our culture, we promoted quality in all our activities. One of the most significant milestones achieved during this time was the international accreditation of our undergraduate and postgraduate academic programs. Currently, ESPOL holds 5 international accreditations, ranking as the second university in South America with the most programs accredited by ABET, and the only one in Ecuador accredited by AACSB, EURACE, among others. In 3 out of 5 highly reputable international rankings, ESPOL has maintained its leadership as the top university in the country.
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Director, Centro De Investigaciones Rurales (Cir-Espol)Espol Jun 2008 - Oct 2017Guayaquil, Guayas, Ecuador• Spearheaded the Center of Rural Research at ESPOL, overseeing the identification of cutting-edge research topics, securing funding through compelling proposals, and executing research projects.• Fostered strategic partnerships with key research institutions and external entities, enhancing collaborative efforts and resource sharing.• Directed the annual research agenda, ensuring meticulous implementation and reporting to university leadership and stakeholders.• Successfully managed $1.3 million in grants, bolstering the center's research capabilities and outreach.• Authored approximately 25 scholarly articles, with several published in prestigious international journals, reflecting the center's academic excellence.• Honored with the Sion Raveed Best Paper Award at the BALAS conference (2008) and recognized by the Rotary Club for significant community contributions through research initiatives.
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Vice Dean And Dean Of Graduate Studies Of EspolEspol May 2011 - Jul 2015Guayaquil, Guayas, Ecuador• Spearheaded the strategic development of graduate education, including the launch of innovative master's and doctoral programs, and secured essential resources for their execution.• Formulated and enforced graduate education policies at ESPOL, aligning with national academic standards.• Championed pedagogical advancements and professional development for faculty to elevate teaching methodologies.• Achieved a milestone by initiating and securing approval for ESPOL's inaugural research-based master's programs and a pioneering doctoral program in computer sciences.• Pioneered the creation of ESPOL's first digital platform for streamlined graduate education management.• Authored the university's inaugural graduate education by-law, setting a precedent for academic governance.• Facilitated comprehensive training for faculty in "research-based education" (RBE), enhancing academic quality.• Under my stewardship, ESPOL broadened its academic portfolio to include 9 research-based master's and 2 doctoral programs, while maintaining oversight of 20 professional master's programs.
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Program Coordinator / Agricultural Engineering At EspolEspol Jun 2009 - May 2011Guayaquil, Guayas, EcuadorMain activities: • Academic planning, including course scheduling and faculty assignments.• Student enrollment, advising, and academic progress.• Led curriculum development initiatives, ensuring cutting-edge content and relevance.
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Editorial Board Member - Journal Of Research On World Agricultural EconomyNan Yang Academy Of Sciences Apr 2023 - PresentSingapore• Engaged in rigorous peer-review to uphold publication standards.• Identified and curated cutting-edge topics, serving as or appointing Guest Editors for special issues.• Amplified journal visibility within academic networks.• Spearheaded promotional efforts at conferences and professional gatherings.• Aiming to achieve significant indexing milestones and elevate contribution quality by year-end. -
Associated Professor At Espae, Graduate School Of ManagementEspae Graduate School Of Management - Espol May 2007 - PresentGuayaquil, Guayas, Ecuador• Lecturer at the Master in Health Management, Master in project Management (PMI Accredited), and MBA.• Spearheaded the design and successful launch of a pioneering Master Program in Agribusiness, now internationally accredited and operational since 2015.• Transitioned two core courses to e-learning post-pandemic, following completion of a 6-month Active-Flipped-Virtual learning training, enhancing the business school's educational offerings.• Expert in Marketing Management and Market Research methodologies. -
Visiting Professor At The International Master In Rural Development (Imrd)International Masters In Rural Development (Imrd) Mar 2016 - Apr 2017Ghent, Flemish Region, BelgiumServed as Visiting Professor for the prestigious International Master in Rural Development at Agrocampus Rennes, France, representing ESPOL, the exclusive Latin American consortium member.
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Coordinator Of Graduate Studies Of ReduRedu-Ecuador Oct 2012 - Jan 2015Quito, Pichincha, EcuadorAs founder and first Graduate Studies Coordinator of the Red de Universidades y Escuelas Politécnicas para Investigación y Posgrados (REDU), I was in charge of:• Spearheaded collaborative initiatives to enhance research-driven graduate education across the university network.• Orchestrated strategic efforts to elevate postgraduate studies within national educational authorities and institutions.• Pioneered the network's inception, significantly influencing its formalization and the assembly of the inaugural coordination team.• Strategically developed the network's organizational framework, establishing it as a national benchmark for research and graduate education collaboration over a decade, expanding membership from 12 to 38 universities.• Championed graduate education advocacy at the national level, culminating in the adoption of specialized regulations by the Council of Higher Education in 2013.• Key contributor to REDU's evolution and recognition as a premier network for fostering research and graduate education in Ecuador.
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Regional Coordinator (Lac) Of The Pccp ProgramPhi-Unesco Aug 2007 - Jul 2009Montevideo, Uruguay• Establishment of an editorial board and the creation of comprehensive case studies for the "Conflicts in Water Resources" course in the LAC region.• Successfully coordinated the development and implementation of a regional agenda to facilitate the course across various LAC countries.• Achieved the publication of three pivotal educational resources: the main course textbook, a case study compendium, and an instructor's manual, contributing a chapter from my own research expertise in water resources management.• Ensured the course's robust testing and widespread replication, personally conducting training in over four countries and integrating the materials into relevant academic curricula.• Championed the extensive dissemination and adoption of the course content throughout the LAC region, enhancing educational standards in water resources management.
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Researcher At Project 4, Vlir-Espol ProgrammeEspol Oct 2000 - Jul 2005Ghent, Flemish Region, Belgium• Researcher at Project 4 on Sustainable Agricultural Systems within the VLIR-ESPOL Programme.• Independently crafted a research proposal and established collaboration with Prof. Guido Van Huylenbroeck at Gent University.• Engaged in doctoral research at the Faculty of Bioengineering Sciences, formerly known as the Faculty of Agricultural and Applied Biological Sciences.• Completed rigorous doctoral training school and progressed to thesis defense on the Governance of Irrigated Systems from an Institutional Economics perspective.• Achieved successful completion of doctoral training by 2001.• Authored and published two research articles in prestigious journals, enhancing the project's visibility.• Represented the research at two international conferences, delivering presentations on niche topics.• Culminated the doctoral journey with a successful thesis defense on July 1, 2005.
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Research Coordinator At The Ciec-EspolEspol Jun 1999 - Sep 2000Guayaquil, Guayas, EcuadorAs first research coordinator at the Centro de Investigaciones Económicas (CIEC-ESPOL) I:• Spearheaded the establishment of ESPOL's Center for Economic Research, successfully orchestrating its operational framework and governance.• Pioneered the organization of workspaces and protocols, enhancing collaboration among faculty and junior researchers.• Drove the development and execution of key research projects, culminating in the publication of influential academic work.
Paúl Herrera Education Details
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Agricultural Economics -
Agricultural Economics
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Business Administration, Marketing
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Paúl Herrera works for Espol
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Paúl Herrera's current role is Expert on innovation and management of higher education∙ Senior researcher and lecturer in agricultural economics, rural development and sustainability at ESPOL.
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Paúl Herrera attended University Of Ghent, Universiteit Gent, Espae Graduate School Of Management - Espol, Espol.
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Paúl Herrera's colleagues are Fabian Vinicio Cuenca Ch...., Marcia Garces, Patricia Peñafiel, Mantilde Vintimilla, Miguel Daquilema, Enrique Pelaez, Eloy Moncayo.
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