Ana Calderón
About Ana Calderón
Ana Calderón serves as the Private Sector Alliances Manager at Catholic Relief Services in Guatemala, a position she has held since 2019. She has extensive experience in economic development and competitiveness, having previously worked in various roles at organizations such as Programa Nacional de Competitividad and UNIDO.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Ana Calderón serves as the Private Sector Alliances (PSA) Manager at Catholic Relief Services. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to the organization's mission in the Guatemala area. In her role, she focuses on building partnerships with the private sector to enhance program effectiveness and sustainability.
Previous Experience in Competitiveness Policy
Prior to her current role, Ana Calderón worked at Programa Nacional de Competitividad as a Senior Adviser for the Coordination of the National Competitiveness Policy for 10 months in 2018. She also served as the General Coordinator of the National Agenda of Competitiveness and Urban Agenda at the same organization from 2016 to 2018, and as an Economic Development Advisor from 2015 to 2016.
Consulting Roles in Business Intelligence
Ana Calderón has experience in consulting, having worked as a Senior Consultant and Controller at Central American Business Intelligence (CABI) for 11 months in 2019. Her role involved providing insights and strategic recommendations to enhance business operations in the region.
Education and Expertise
Ana Calderón earned her Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, completing her studies from 2017 to 2018. She also studied at Universidad del Istmo from 2006 to 2010, where she gained foundational knowledge that supports her professional endeavors.
Experience with UNIDO
Ana Calderón served as the National Focal Point for Guatemala at the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) from 2016 to 2018. In this capacity, she focused on the development of Eco-Industrial Parks, contributing to sustainable industrial practices in the country.