Andrés Motta Jaramillo
Deputy Program Director - Colombian Oil Pipelines Foundation
Andrés Felipe Motta Jaramillo is a social communicator, lawyer, and holds a master's degree in Social Management, with over 15 years of experience in social investment, community engagement, and institutional strengthening. His work at the Oleoductos Foundation of Colombia has positioned him as a key figure in public-private partnerships for territorial development. Additionally, his admission to the Public Innovation Program at Harvard and MIT supports his profile as an international leader committed to sustainable and inclusive territories.
Astrid Arroyo Genes
Director of the Conglomerate - Government of Antioquia
Astrid Arroyo Genes is a lawyer with an MBA and a master's degree in law, with over 12 years of experience in the public sector, particularly in government procurement and public management. Her work at the Antioquia Governor's Office and her leadership in efficiency and transparency projects make her a benchmark in territorial public management. Her recent admission to the Public Innovation Program at Harvard and MIT supports her profile as a globally oriented leader, capable of driving institutional and social development in Antioquia and Colombia.
Clara Isabel León Mejia
Advisor to the Mayor's Office - Medellín Mayor's Office
Clara Isabel León Mejía is a lawyer, specialist in business and administrative law, and holds a master's degree in territorial planning and environmental management, with over 18 years of experience in the public sector. She has worked at the Medellín Mayor’s Office and Metro de Medellín, leading processes in tax, property, and urban management. She currently serves as an advisor to the Mayor of Medellín on tax matters and as a taxpayer advocate. Her profile has international projection in leadership and urban planning, supported by her involvement with Life Economics Lab and her participation in academic programs at Harvard and MIT.
Dora Patricia Montaña Puerta
Secretary of Prospective Planning and ICT - Government of Tolima
Dora Patricia Montaña Puerta is a lawyer with a master’s degree in law and over 15 years of experience in the public and academic sectors. She has worked at the Tolima Governor’s Office, the Ibagué Mayor’s Office, and other institutions, standing out in territorial planning, administrative law, and government procurement. She currently serves as Secretary of Planning, Foresight, and ICT of Tolima, where she leads high-impact strategic processes. Her nomination to the Life Economics Lab – Territorios TEC (Harvard–MIT) supports her profile as an internationally projected leader, committed to planning and sustainability for territorial development.
Doris Helena Gil Baena
Legal Representative - ASEMAR
A Business Administration Technician with training in circular economy, solidarity economy, and project formulation, she has 35 years of experience as an environmental and social leader dedicated to defending the rights of the recycling community. She is the founder and legal representative of ASEMAR, an organization with 25 years of experience recognized for its social impact and commitment to sustainable development in Medellín, Antioquia, and nationwide. Additionally, she is a member of the Antioquia Recycling Roundtable, the Technical Committee of the Separa Alliance, and the Primary Committee of the Intersectoral Group for Circularity in Medellín and Antioquia.
Eliana María Jaramillo Rodríguez
Social Manager - Santo Domingo
An economist with a specialization in Public Administration and over 18 years of experience in the public sector. She has worked in territorial planning, project structuring, and institutional management across several municipalities in Antioquia, leading processes to strengthen municipal planning and coordination between local administrations and departmental entities. Her profile stands out for technical expertise, administrative knowledge, and territorial management skills, making her a strategic asset for local and regional development.
Elizabeth Montoya
CEO - Effective Actions
Elizabeth Montoya Betancur is an economist and researcher with experience in public innovation, territorial development, and impact evaluation. Based in Cambridge, she leads Effective Actions, a technology company working with governments and businesses in the U.S. and Latin America. Her career combines high-level academic research, work with rural communities and local governments in Colombia, and leadership in projects involving artificial intelligence, Big Data, and social policies, positioning her as a binational leader focused on technology for social and territorial innovation.
Fabio Ignacio Mira Valencia
Mayor - Santo Domingo Mayor's Office
Fabio Ignacio Mira Valencia is a political and social leader with extensive experience in public administration and the current mayor of Santo Domingo, Antioquia. He has promoted projects in infrastructure, education, entrepreneurship, and social development, standing out for his approachable, innovative, and participatory leadership. His international training in the TEC-T program has strengthened his skills in innovation, project management, and development cooperation. Recognized for his commitment and strategic vision, he works toward a modern, sustainable, and inclusive municipality.
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Forney Munevar Monsalve
Mayor - Falan Mayor's Office
Forney Munévar Monsalve is a public administrator and mayor of Falan, Tolima, with experience in community management, strategic planning, and institutional coordination. His leadership is focused on sustainable development and community well-being. His recommendation to the Life Economics Lab – Territorios TEC program (Harvard–MIT) supports his profile as a political leader with international projection, capable of integrating administrative experience, community commitment, and territorial vision to strengthen Tolima.
Isabel Escobar Gil
Product Manager Public Relations - LEL
Isabel Escobar Gil is a social communicator and journalist with over ten years of experience, combining journalistic rigor with institutional communication strategy. She has transitioned from reporting and production in national media to leadership in corporate communication, excelling in crisis management, reputation, and communication with diverse audiences. Her experience in media and the business sector positions her as a strategic professional for high-impact roles in organizational communication and public management.
Jonathan Osorio Pineda
Country Manager - Antioquia Gold
Jónnathan Osorio Pineda is a professional in corporate sustainability and social management with over 14 years of experience in ESG processes within the mining industry. His multidisciplinary background enables him to manage projects in complex territories by coordinating communities, companies, and the government. He is currently the Sustainability Manager at Antioquia Gold Ltd., where he leads CSR initiatives and territorial transformation. His participation in Territorios TEC 2025 supports his profile as a Latin American leader in social innovation, sustainability, and territorial development.
Juan Diego Zuluaga Pulgarín
Mayor - Sonsón Mayor's Office
Juan Diego Zuluaga Pulgarín is a lawyer and the current mayor of Sonsón (Antioquia), with experience in legal, administrative, and public management. His profile combines solid academic training, a career in both the public and private sectors, and local political leadership. His participation in Territorios TEC 2025 (Harvard–MIT) positions him as a young leader with the potential to strengthen public administration, drive territorial innovation, and represent Sonsón in international forums.
Laura Gallego Moscoso
Vicepresident - Proantioquia
Laura Gallego Moscoso is a political scientist, MBA, and holds master's degrees in Government and Public Policy and Applied Economics, with over 15 years of experience in the public, academic, and business sectors. As Executive Vice President of Proantioquia, she has led strategic alliances to strengthen competitiveness and equity in Antioquia, promoting initiatives in employment, gender, sustainability, and innovation. Her nomination to the international TEC-T program (Harvard–MIT) supports her profile as a globally projected leader, capable of integrating academic knowledge, public management, and business vision for territorial development.
Laura Marcela Holguin Giraldo
CEO - Develya Lawyers
Laura Marcela Holguín Giraldo is a lawyer specializing in public law and civil liability, with experience in legal consulting, infrastructure and energy projects, medical liability, and large-scale audits. She has been a university professor and has provided strategic advice on high-impact projects such as Hidroituango, IDOM, Harley Davidson, and RSM Lawyers. Her participation in Life Economics Lab and Territorios TEC 2025 supports her profile as a legal leader capable of integrating law, sustainability, and territorial development at both national and international levels.
Liliana Muñoz Cadavid
Administrative Manager - Anzá Mining
Liliana María Muñoz Cadavid is a civil engineer with over 20 years of experience in the mining and financial sectors. As Administrative Manager of Minera Anzá S.A., she leads the project strategy with a focus on sustainability, corporate reputation, and community empowerment. Her appointment to the Life Economics Lab program supports her profile as a business leader with international projection, capable of integrating sustainability, innovation, and inter-institutional coordination to transform territories in Antioquia and Latin America.
Lina Patricia Villa Martínez
Director of Business and Projects - Fenalco
Lina Patricia Villa Martínez is a lawyer and trade association executive with nearly 30 years of experience in business management, trade associations, and territorial development. She has played a key role at Fenalco Antioquia, leading business lines, international cooperation, and strengthening organized commerce. Her career stands out for high-level trade association expertise, leadership in national and international alliances, and institutional coordination skills. Her participation in Territorios TEC 2025 (Harvard–MIT) positions her as a reference in connecting the private sector, international cooperation, and territorial development.
Luis Alberto Cárdenas Ortiz
Director of Mining and Energy Development - Santa Ana Minerals
Luis Alberto Cárdenas Ortiz is a business administrator with three specializations and over 20 years of experience in public management, public services, the mining and energy sector, and territorial development. His leadership at the Tolima Governor’s Office highlights him as a reference in institutional innovation and sustainability. His recommendation to the Life Economics Lab – Territorios TEC program (Harvard–MIT) supports his profile as a regional leader with international projection, capable of integrating technical expertise, development vision, and community commitment for the progress of Tolima and the country.
María Alejandra Naranjo León
Director of Sustainability - Santa Ana Minerals
María Alejandra Naranjo León is a social worker and specialist in environmental management, with over 18 years of experience in sustainability, social responsibility, and community engagement in high-impact mining projects. As Sustainability Director at Minerales Santa Ana, she leads key processes to secure social license and ensure compliance with ESG standards. Her recommendation to the Life Economics Lab – Territorios TEC program (Harvard–MIT) supports her profile as a leader with international projection, capable of driving territorial and business development through sustainability and social innovation.
María Antonia Isaza Urrea
Lawyer - Develya Lawyers
María Antonia Isaza Urrea is a young lawyer specialized in administrative law, civil and state liability, with experience in public contracting, auditing, and legal advising in both public and private sectors. She stands out for her ability to structure contracts, resolve disputes, and ensure regulatory compliance, supporting infrastructure projects and institutional strengthening. Her involvement with Life Economics Lab and Territorios TEC 2025 (Harvard–MIT) positions her as an emerging leader with the potential to impact economic, social, and environmental development in Latin America and globally.
María Cristina Lara Góngora
Manager - ANDI Tolima
María Cristina Lara Góngora is a food engineer with over 30 years of experience in trade association, business, and social leadership. Since 1995, she has been the regional manager of ANDI in Tolima and Huila, standing out for her ability to coordinate the private sector, government, and academia. Her recommendation to the Territorios TEC program (Harvard–MIT) supports her profile as a leader with international projection, capable of integrating business management, political consensus, and territorial development to promote sustainable transformations in Tolima and Huila.
Melissa Acosta
Chief of Staff - LEL
Melissa Acosta is an audiovisual communicator and specialist in marketing management, with over 10 years of experience in communication, digital marketing, project management, and content production. She is currently Chief of Staff at Life Economics Lab (Boston), where she coordinates teams, leads the executive agenda, and connects institutional strategy with daily operations, standing out for her ability to align multidisciplinary teams and generate global impact.
Miller Alberto Cartagena Alzate
Executive Director - Province of Peace
Miller Alberto Cartagena Alzate is a civil engineer and specialist in project management, with over 13 years of experience in the public and private sectors. He is currently the Executive Director of the Administrative and Planning Province of La Paz, where he leads territorial planning and institutional coordination, standing out as a strategic leader with a vision for innovation, sustainability, and international cooperation for the development of Antioquia.
Natalia Ramírez Echeverric
Technical Secretary of the Regional Commission for Competitiveness and Innovation of Antioquia - Medellín Chamber of Commerce
Natalia Ramírez Echeverri is a financial administrator with a master’s degree in technological management, specialized in innovation and certified as a PMP. With over 20 years of experience at the Antioquia Science and Technology Center and the Medellín Chamber of Commerce, she has established herself as a reference in competitiveness, innovation, and business development in Antioquia. She stands out for her ability to drive public-private partnerships, strengthen corporate governance, and contribute to sustainable territorial development through innovation.
Paola Idarraga Ocampo
Manager Transformation Area - COMFENALCO
Paola Idarraga Ocampo is a leader in social innovation and business development, with extensive experience in strategic projects, alliances, and international cooperation. She has worked at Comfenalco Antioquia, Ruta N, and the Red Cross, standing out for her ability to connect the business, social, and academic sectors with a focus on sustainability and community impact. Her career positions her as a key figure in Medellín’s innovation ecosystem and as a prominent representative in international forums such as Territorios TEC 2025.
Paula Andrea Polo Zuluaga
Relationship Manager - Government of Antioquia
Paula Andrea Polo Zuluaga is a lawyer specializing in administrative law, with over 20 years of experience in institutions such as the Antioquia Governor’s Office, the Territorial Renewal Agency, Prosperidad Social, and the Ombudsman’s Office of La Unión. Her career establishes her as a public manager committed to the defense of human rights, territorial consolidation, and institutional strengthening. Her recommendation to the Territorios TEC – Harvard/MIT program supports her profile as a leader with international projection, prepared to integrate public innovation, territorial management, and global cooperation in favor of regional development.
Santiago Daza Espinosa
Mayor - San Carlos Mayor's Office
Santiago Daza Espinosa is a young leader, lawyer specialized in public management, and foreign trade professional, currently serving as mayor of San Carlos. His profile combines high-level academic training in Colombia and abroad with a career focused on local development, public innovation, and territorial governance. His recommendation to the Territorios TEC – Harvard/MIT program supports his status as a leader with international projection, prepared to integrate innovation, public management, and global cooperation for the benefit of Antioquia and Colombia.
Thyana Julieth Alvarez Claro
Manager - Santa Ana Minerals
Thyana Julieth Álvarez Claro is a senior executive in the Colombian mining sector, with over 20 years of experience in corporate communications and 18 years in sustainability and community engagement. Her career in international companies such as Outcrop Silver, Libero Copper, MINESA, and Red Eagle Mining positions her as a leader with strategic vision and proven impact in highly complex contexts. Her recommendation for the Life Economics Lab – Territorios TEC program (Harvard–MIT) supports her profile as a global leader, capable of integrating sustainability, innovation, and territorial management for the benefit of Colombia and international cooperation.
Yoiner Galeano
Secretary of Planning and Public Works - Anzá Mayor's Office
Yoiner Galeano Virgen is a geological engineer and specialist in project management, with experience in the public sector of Anzá as a councilman and municipal secretary. His profile combines technical knowledge, political leadership, and community commitment, establishing him as a key actor in territorial transformation. His appointment to the Life Economics Lab program supports his projection as a young leader with strategic vision, capable of integrating sustainability, innovation, and citizen participation in regional development.
Yuly Andrea Durango Ocampo
Social Coordinator - Antioquia Gold
Yuly Andrea Durango Ocampo is an economist and specialist in project management, with over 16 years of experience in sustainability, social responsibility, and environmental management. She is currently the Social Coordinator at Antioquia Gold Ltd., where she leads community engagement and social strategy. Her nomination to Territorios TEC 2025 (Harvard–MIT) supports her profile as a reference in sustainability and territorial transformation, with the ability to generate shared value among businesses, communities, and the State.