Lina María Rueda Sánchez
About Lina María Rueda Sánchez
Lina María Rueda Sánchez is a Communications Associate with extensive experience in outreach and communication roles across various organizations. She has worked in Colombia, Kenya, and the United States, and holds degrees from Universidad Autónoma De Bucaramanga and Obs Business School.
Current Role at Acumen
Lina María Rueda Sánchez has been serving as a Communications Associate at Acumen since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for managing communication strategies and initiatives that align with Acumen's mission. Her work involves collaborating with various teams to enhance the organization's outreach and engagement efforts. Based in New York, New York, she has contributed to the development of impactful communication materials and campaigns.
Previous Experience in Communications
Before joining Acumen, Lina held several communication roles. She worked as an Outreach and Communication Specialist for the Low Carbon Resilient Development Program under USAID/USFS from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, she served as the Coordinadora De Comunicaciones at Editorial Magisterio from 2012 to 2014, where she focused on communication strategies in Cundinamarca, Colombia. Her experience also includes a position as an Outreach and Communications Expert at UNEP for the Green Climate Fund Readiness Program in 2017.
Educational Background
Lina María Rueda Sánchez studied at Universidad Autónoma De Bucaramanga from 2006 to 2010, where she completed a four-year degree. She furthered her education at Obs Business School from 2015 to 2016, completing a one-year program. Her academic background provides a solid foundation for her work in communications and outreach.
Career Progression
Lina's career in communications began at Editorial Magisterio, where she worked as Coordinadora De Proyectos Corporativos from 2011 to 2012, followed by her role as Coordinadora De Comunicaciones from 2012 to 2014. After her tenure at Editorial Magisterio, she transitioned to the Low Carbon Resilient Development Program, where she focused on outreach and communication efforts. Her diverse experiences have shaped her expertise in the field.