• In late 2020, I co-founded the Centro de Movilidad Sostenible (CMS). CMS is a non-profit organization whose mission is to decarbonize the transportation sector of the Latin America and Caribbean region. • We do so, by conducting rigorous technical analysis to promote and adapt the best policies to achieve the decarbonization of the sector. We work closely with government, multilateral organizations, research institutions and the private sector at the local, regional and global level… Show more • In late 2020, I co-founded the Centro de Movilidad Sostenible (CMS). CMS is a non-profit organization whose mission is to decarbonize the transportation sector of the Latin America and Caribbean region. • We do so, by conducting rigorous technical analysis to promote and adapt the best policies to achieve the decarbonization of the sector. We work closely with government, multilateral organizations, research institutions and the private sector at the local, regional and global level. • As Executive Director, I lead day to day operations, fundraise, participate in research and program management activities and develop strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to comply with our decarbonization mission. Show less

• Termofacil is a low-cost window insert solution to insulate windows from noise and temperature fluctuations while providing comfort and energy savings to households and businesses. • Winner of a CORFO PRAE for $20 million CLP and finalist of Socialab’s Energy Efficiency Challenge for Chile.

• Led our transport team on international projects, focused on improving the energy efficiency of the transport sector in Latin America and the Caribbean as well as drafting public policies that reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality.• Co-Led creation of consortium to foster electric mobility in Chile with CORFO, ENEL, SOFOFA, Ministry of Transport and the Technical Research Center of Finland (VTT). • Mobilized local governments, private sector actors, and research centers… Show more • Led our transport team on international projects, focused on improving the energy efficiency of the transport sector in Latin America and the Caribbean as well as drafting public policies that reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality.• Co-Led creation of consortium to foster electric mobility in Chile with CORFO, ENEL, SOFOFA, Ministry of Transport and the Technical Research Center of Finland (VTT). • Mobilized local governments, private sector actors, and research centers to develop fuel economy policies, advise on the adoption of fuel quality and vehicle emission standards as well as fiscal measures to promote clean technologies. • Countries covered: Argentina, Belize, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Honduras, Jamaica, Panama, Paraguay, Peru and Uruguay. Show less

• Participate as researcher and advisor to international agencies, think tanks and governments on climate change mitigation strategies, particularly as related to the transportation sector. • Co-wrote publication for Euroclima/UN Environment on the potential for electric mobility deployment in Latin America and the Caribbean (see publications)• Participate in national and international conferences ( such as UN Habitat III) to speak on clean fuels and vehicles. • Recently my work… Show more • Participate as researcher and advisor to international agencies, think tanks and governments on climate change mitigation strategies, particularly as related to the transportation sector. • Co-wrote publication for Euroclima/UN Environment on the potential for electric mobility deployment in Latin America and the Caribbean (see publications)• Participate in national and international conferences ( such as UN Habitat III) to speak on clean fuels and vehicles. • Recently my work has focused in Latin America, advising agencies in: Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Peru and Jamaica. • Work supported by United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), IADB, Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC), Centro Mario Molina Chile, Center for Clean Air Policy (CCAP), Global Fuel Economy Initiative (GFEI), Partnership for Clean Fuels and Vehicles (PCFV), amongst others. Show less

• Policy analyst in the ICCT Fuels Program working on projects focused on reducing the carbon intensity of fossil fuel production. • Engaged in the development and promotion of regulations for the use of biofuels, electric vehicles and hydrogen in transport.• Developing a modeling framework for assessing the carbon intensities of different crude feedstocks for the State of California and the EU in conjunction with partners at Stanford University. • Providing analysis to investigate… Show more • Policy analyst in the ICCT Fuels Program working on projects focused on reducing the carbon intensity of fossil fuel production. • Engaged in the development and promotion of regulations for the use of biofuels, electric vehicles and hydrogen in transport.• Developing a modeling framework for assessing the carbon intensities of different crude feedstocks for the State of California and the EU in conjunction with partners at Stanford University. • Providing analysis to investigate the cost effectiveness of opportunities to reduce extraction emissions of fuels. Show less

• Co-authored publication: Freight Logistics in Latin America and the Caribbean: A City Perspective.

• Participated as part of a team of students in conducting a cost-benefit analysis of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) in Cook County• The project was conducted in partnership with the Chicago Community Trust and the Civic Consulting Alliance• Conducted a cost-benefit analysis of grants for the public safety ($33 M) and housing sectors ($98 M). • The final report, published and distributed by the Chicago Community Trust, is available at:… Show more • Participated as part of a team of students in conducting a cost-benefit analysis of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) in Cook County• The project was conducted in partnership with the Chicago Community Trust and the Civic Consulting Alliance• Conducted a cost-benefit analysis of grants for the public safety ($33 M) and housing sectors ($98 M). • The final report, published and distributed by the Chicago Community Trust, is available at: http://www.cct.org/research/research Show less

• Co-authored publication for the IADB on the impact of improved trade logistics on the region’s integration processes• Published as IADB Working Paper 148 and Asian Development Bank Institute Working Paper 233: Trade Logistics and Regional Integration in Latin America and the Caribbean (with Pablo Guerrero and Krista Lucenti)

• Consultant for the evaluation of technical assistance processes and procedures at the IADB• Coordinated a team of internal consultants as well interactions with external consultants, including – IDOM (Spain), McKinsey and Price Waterhouse Coopers• Conducted panel interviews and elaborated sample surveys to construct a dataset with over 1600 observations.• Presented recommendations to top-level IADB administration officials and Board of Directors

• Assisted in the design of evaluation methodologies, conducted thematic research, formulated evaluation templates anddrafted final documents for ex-post evaluations of IADB social and infrastructure projects in Latin America• Provided econometric analysis for different socio-economic evaluations, working with datasets and household surveys containing as many as 253,000 observations• Coordinated international seminars and workshops to disseminate policy-oriented research•… Show more • Assisted in the design of evaluation methodologies, conducted thematic research, formulated evaluation templates anddrafted final documents for ex-post evaluations of IADB social and infrastructure projects in Latin America• Provided econometric analysis for different socio-economic evaluations, working with datasets and household surveys containing as many as 253,000 observations• Coordinated international seminars and workshops to disseminate policy-oriented research• Participated in peer reviews and benchmarking activities with international institutions and governments Show less

• Researched and formulated an End of Year Statement of Activities (2005-2006) highlighting strategic areas for further cooperation between the IADB and Ecuador• Presented to the Minister of Finance and the Office of the President of Ecuador

• Elaborated market research reports for an evaluation of current and future developments in British and European Transportation Policy and a cost-benefit analysis of web-based advertising and conventional medias• Presented strategic recommendations to the Board of Directors for lesson learning and future investment opportunities

• Surveyed national executing agencies, both governmental and non-governmental, through questionnaires, market research and lessons learned from past development collaboration• Liaised with government agencies, donors and end beneficiaries for the GTZ projects: Capacity Building for Indigenous Organizations in Latin America and Leadership Training for Indigenous and Afro-Ecuadorian Communities

• Perrier Kiosk Manager at the 2002 French Open

• Management Trainee on the M/V Santa Cruz - a 90 passenger deluxe cruise ship - in the Galapagos Islands.

• Management Trainee in the Front Desk (Reception, Reservations and Events Departments) of the Hilton Paris - a 460 room 5 star hotel.