About Universidad Austral

Adriana Alicia Perez is a biologist with a degree from the University of Buenos Aires (UBA) and a Master's in Generation and Analysis of Statistical Information from UNTREF. She serves as an assistant professor at both the Faculty of Exact and Natural Sciences and the Faculty of Agronomy at UBA, where she teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in biostatistics. With a strong focus on the application of statistics in biological sciences, Adriana has authored and co-authored numerous publications in scientific journals, contributing significantly to the field. Her expertise not only enhances academic knowledge but also supports research initiatives that rely on statistical analysis to advance understanding in biological contexts. Through her teaching and research, she plays a vital role in bridging the gap between statistical theory and practical application in the life sciences.

Agustín Olmedo is a professor at the Faculty of Engineering at Universidad Austral, where he specializes in teaching numerical problem-solving using Python. He holds a degree in Computer Science and is currently pursuing a doctorate in Engineering at the same university. In addition to his academic role, Agustín works at Greencode Software, where he leads a customer loyalty project for banks, utilizing Python and the Django web framework as the core technologies. His experience also includes developing an ERP system for managing bookstores and publishing houses entirely in Python. With a strong focus on object-oriented programming, Agustín is committed to integrating practical software development skills with academic instruction, preparing students for real-world challenges in the field of computer science.

Alberto Willi holds a PhD in Management from the University of Bath, U.K., and is currently a prominent faculty member at IAE Business School, Universidad Austral. With extensive experience in academia, he has served as an associate professor and has taken on various leadership roles, including Director of Programs and Innovation. His research primarily focuses on corporate social responsibility in developing countries, as evidenced by his doctoral thesis titled "Corporate Social Responsibility in Developing Countries: An Institutional Analysis." In addition to his academic contributions, Alberto has been actively involved in various advisory committees and organizations, promoting responsible management education. His diverse educational background includes degrees from the University of Buenos Aires and Harvard University, further enhancing his expertise in the field. Through his teaching and research, Alberto Willi continues to influence the landscape of management education and corporate responsibility in Latin America.

Alejandra Candia holds a Master's degree in Educational Administration and Policies from Universidad Austral and specializes in strategy and management for institutions focused on social inclusion, research, and education both in Argentina and internationally. Throughout her career, she has collaborated with universities, foundations, and multilateral organizations such as the World Bank and the European Center for Advanced International Studies. Her academic credentials include a Bachelor's degree in Business Economics from Universidad Torcuato Di Tella and a Master's from Columbia University in New York. Alejandra has received various scholarships and honors from prestigious organizations, including the Antorchas Foundation and the Fulbright Program. Currently, she serves as the Manager of Innovation in Social Investment at the Bunge y Born Foundation. Through her extensive experience and dedication to educational policies, Alejandra Candia is committed to enhancing social inclusion and fostering innovative approaches in educational management.

María Alejandra Salvagiot is a passionate primary education teacher with a deep-rooted connection to rural communities in Argentina. Born on July 11, 1968, in Vera, Santa Fe, she completed her education in a local Catholic school and began her teaching career in 1988, quickly finding her calling in rural education. Over the years, she has worked primarily in rural schools, where she developed a profound appreciation for the unique challenges and rewards of teaching in these settings. After serving as a teacher, she became the director of a school in her hometown and later took on the role of supervisor for a section encompassing 23 institutions, 17 of which are located in rural areas. Her current focus is on providing ongoing support to these schools as they navigate various obstacles. Despite the challenges faced by rural education, Alejandra believes it is an ideal environment for fostering meaningful learning experiences, emphasizing the importance of strong relationships among students, families, and the community to create quality educational opportunities.

Alejandro Terroba is a distinguished accountant and educator, holding a degree in Public Accounting from the University of Buenos Aires (UBA) and an Executive MBA from IAE Business School. Currently pursuing a doctorate at Cranfield School of Management, he serves as a full-time professor in the area of Management Control Systems at IAE Business School. With over 15 years of experience in accounting, management control, and taxation, Alejandro combines his practical expertise with academic knowledge to enhance the learning experience for his students. His research interests focus on analyzing management and accounting information to effectively implement organizational strategies and promote sustainability through measurement and control systems. Additionally, he is an associate researcher at the Chair of Business Leadership at IAE, contributing to the development of responsible management practices. Through his teaching and research, Alejandro Terroba plays a vital role in shaping future leaders in the field of management and accounting.

Brenda Liz Silupú Garcés is an accomplished economist with dual Master's degrees in Finance and Research in Management Sciences. She currently serves as the director of the Microenterprise Advisory Center (CAM) at the University of Piura, where she focuses on training and advising micro and small enterprises (Mypes) while also developing social projects for private companies. With over a decade of experience supporting the entrepreneurial sector, Brenda has a deep understanding of the challenges faced by Mypes in her region. In addition to her administrative role, she teaches finance at the undergraduate and graduate levels at the University of Piura, sharing her expertise in financial management and entrepreneurship. Her work not only enhances the capabilities of small business owners but also contributes to broader economic development initiatives aimed at fostering sustainable growth within the community.

Carlos Guillermo Bozzoli's academic journey exemplifies a blend of rigorous economic scholarship and real-world application. After completing his economics degree at UTDT in the late 90s, he earned his doctorate from Princeton University under the mentorship of renowned economists Anne Case and Nobel laureate Angus Deaton. His professional path includes significant research work in Germany, where he studied the socioeconomic impacts of war and health inequalities, followed by enriching academic positions in Argentina and the University of Santiago de Chile. Throughout his career, Bozzoli has maintained a commitment to interdisciplinary approaches, focusing on holistic development perspectives that go beyond traditional economic metrics. His teaching philosophy emphasizes the importance of clear knowledge dissemination while maintaining academic rigor, shaped by his diverse international experiences and dedication to understanding complex global challenges through direct engagement with different societies and cultures.

A passionate mathematics educator from Santa Fe, Cecilia Laspina has dedicated her career to transforming mathematics education and teacher training. Her professional journey includes significant roles in national educational initiatives, including the National Mathematics for All Plan and leadership positions in teacher training programs at INFD and INET. With over seven years of experience in teacher development, Laspina has made substantial contributions to improving mathematics pedagogy, particularly through her work with the Sembrador Program. Currently completing her Master's thesis in Specific Didactics at UNL with a focus on geometry teaching, she combines her early passion for mathematics with a commitment to enhancing educational methodologies. Her approach emphasizes creating optimal learning conditions and supporting fellow educators in their professional development, making mathematics more accessible and engaging for students.

Celia Renata Rosemberg has dedicated her career to expanding educational opportunities for children, holding a doctorate from the Faculty of Philosophy and Letters at the University of Buenos Aires, where she serves as a Full Professor of "Educational Research I." As a Principal Researcher at Argentina's National Council for Scientific and Technical Research (CONICET), she directs the Interdisciplinary Center for Research in Mathematical and Experimental Psychology (CIIPME). Her research focuses on psycholinguistic development of vocabulary, narration, and child argumentation across diverse sociocultural groups, including marginalized urban populations, middle-class sectors, and indigenous communities. Through her leadership at CIIPME, she has built a team dedicated to combining research with educational intervention, aiming to enhance children's educational quality and promote their linguistic and cognitive development. Her extensive experience includes teaching postgraduate courses in Early Childhood Education and Specialization in Reading and Writing, as well as conducting numerous training programs for teachers, directors, and supervisors in Argentina's Initial Level education system.

Clara Gonzales Chaves, a Licensed Psychopedagogue from Universidad Austral, joined the Bunge y Born Foundation in August 2016. Her work primarily focuses on educational projects, particularly those addressing the challenges of teaching in rural contexts. With a background in school integration support and psychopedagogical counseling for children and adolescents, Clara has also gained experience in Neurocognitive Stimulation during her Diploma in Transdisciplinary Neurorehabilitation. Driven by her passion for ensuring quality education for all, regardless of context or individual needs, she is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Educational Policies at Universidad Torcuato Di Tella.

Born in Buenos Aires over 50 years ago, Dr. Cristina Carriego has devoted 32 years to working in schools across diverse contexts, including 14 years in school management positions. Her master's and doctoral theses focused on bridging the gap between practice, theory, and educational research. Currently serving as a consultant in Institutional Management and Evaluation and a professor at Universidad Di Tella, she has taken on the challenge of working with rural school directors and supervisors through the Sembrador Program. Her commitment to education stems from a deep-rooted desire to create a more equitable world through educational excellence.

Darío José Verón is a distinguished primary school teacher with additional qualifications in Psychology and Language Studies. He currently serves as the Third Category Director at EEP N*731 Héctor Salvador Foschiatti in Lote 18, Tres Isletas, Chaco, where he manages a multi-grade educational system. Complementing his leadership role, he also teaches Psychology and Philosophy at the secondary level at EES N 141 in Presidencia Roque Sáenz Peña, Chaco, demonstrating his versatility and commitment to education across multiple academic levels.

Ezequiel Lamónica, a Computer Science graduate from UBA and IAE EMBA candidate, is the co-founder of Greencode Software and a professor at Universidad Austral's Faculty of Engineering. His career spans from object-oriented programming research at INRIA, France, where he worked on extending the Smalltalk language, to founding Greencode with Sebastián Alonso in 2013. Under his leadership, the company has developed significant Big Data projects in e-commerce, loyalty programs, logistics, and security sectors. Currently, he's spearheading Tracy, an innovative logistics ecosystem, while teaching object-oriented programming and software design at the university level. His passion lies in creating socially impactful technological innovations that enhance people's quality of life through the intersection of IoT and Big Data solutions.

Fanny Almario Mayor is a distinguished professional with a diverse academic background, holding a Microbiology degree from Universidad de los Andes, an M.Sc. in Chemistry from Universidad Nacional de Colombia, and an M.Sc. in Administration with emphasis in Science and Technology Management from the University of São Paulo. Her research journey began at the Coffee Chemistry Research Laboratory, followed by a significant 13-year tenure at Colciencias, where she held various positions in Development and Innovation Directorates. Currently serving as the Innovation Director at the Vice-Rectory of Research at Universidad Javeriana, she brings her extensive experience in scientific research and technology management to drive innovation in academic research.

Fausto García, an Industrial Engineer with an MBA and PhD from Politecnico di Milano, combines his academic expertise with a passion for arts and entertainment. As the Director of Research Center for Media & Entertainment at IAE Business School, he has dedicated 20 years to entrepreneurship education and leads an International Master's program. His research focuses on innovation in the Entertainment Industry, particularly studying service creation processes in amusement parks, hotels, and shopping centers. His unique approach combines art, technology, and management, creating diverse learning environments. Beyond academia, his creative pursuits include participation in two films and production of short documentaries. His current focus involves developing learning simulators, studying business cases, and fostering international collaboration, while maintaining his commitment to innovative teaching methods that promote personal growth.

Federico Ast, holding a PhD in Business Management from IAE Business School, serves as a Professor at Universidad Austral's Faculty of Business Sciences. His expertise spans blockchain technology and future legal practices, which he teaches through specialized courses at the university. As the founder of Kleros, he has pioneered the integration of blockchain technology and crowdsourcing for dispute resolution, demonstrating his commitment to advancing digital solutions in business and legal sectors.

Francisco Diaz Hermelo is an Associate Professor at IAE's Business, Society, and Economy academic area, combining his agricultural engineering background from Universidad de Buenos Aires with a PhD in Agribusiness, specializing in strategy and finance from Purdue University. His extensive research portfolio encompasses Latin American business profitability, company internationalization, Argentine wine sector competitiveness, and agricultural policy impacts. His professional experience includes serving as Academic Director of the MBA program at Universidad de San Andrés, consulting with McKinsey & Company in Brazil, and collaborating with the World Bank on investment projects. His expertise spans strategic business development, renewable energy initiatives, and agricultural sector analysis, making significant contributions to both academic research and practical business applications across South America.

Graciela Cappelletti is a distinguished education specialist with a Master's degree in Didactics who has made significant contributions to educational development in Argentina. As an Associate Professor at Universidad Nacional de Quilmes and researcher at Universidad de Buenos Aires, she currently directs the Bachelor's and Teaching Program in Educational Sciences at Universidad de San Andrés. Her extensive experience includes serving as Director of Curriculum and Teaching at the Ministry of Education in Buenos Aires City, and currently coordinating the curricular team for Adult Education in Buenos Aires Province. Her expertise spans curriculum development, teaching methodologies, evaluation systems, and teacher training. She has co-authored several influential books, including works on managing heterogeneous classrooms, teacher training practices, and evaluation methodologies in education.

Guillermo Atarés combines his civil engineering degree from Universidad de Buenos Aires with an MBA from IAE to bring 30 years of infrastructure project expertise across Latin America. As a professor of Systems and Control Direction at IAE Business School for two decades, he has extended his teaching influence to Spain and various Latin American countries including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Uruguay. His professional portfolio encompasses extensive consulting work with companies throughout Argentina and Latin America, demonstrating his commitment to advancing infrastructure development and systems management across the region.