Jimmy Salguera
About Jimmy Salguera
Jimmy Salguera is a coffee specialist and technical advisor at Catholic Relief Services, where he has worked since 2016. He has a background in organizational development and financial services, and he studied at various institutions in Nicaragua.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Jimmy Salguera has been a key member of Catholic Relief Services since 2013. He currently holds the position of Asesor Técnico Cadena de Valor Café, a role he has occupied since 2016. In this capacity, he focuses on enhancing the coffee value chain, contributing to the organization's mission of improving livelihoods through agricultural development. Prior to his current role, he served as Asesor Técnico en Desarrollo Organizacional from 2013 to 2016 in Baltimore, Maryland. In total, he has dedicated over eight years to Catholic Relief Services.
Education and Expertise
Jimmy Salguera's educational background includes studies at Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Nicaragua (UNAN) in Managua and León. He completed his undergraduate studies at UNAN-Managua from 2000 to 2005. He furthered his education at UNAN-León, where he studied from 2014 to 2016 and again from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, he attended the Coffee Quality Institute in 2017, enhancing his expertise in coffee quality and production. His educational journey has equipped him with the knowledge necessary for his roles in agricultural and organizational development.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Catholic Relief Services, Jimmy Salguera worked at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in financial services from 2011 to 2013. This role provided him with valuable experience in financial management within the agricultural sector. His diverse work history has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of both organizational development and agricultural value chains.
Professional Development
Throughout his career, Jimmy Salguera has engaged in various educational programs to enhance his professional skills. His studies at the Coffee Quality Institute in 2017 reflect his commitment to understanding coffee quality and production standards. Additionally, his continuous education at UNAN demonstrates his dedication to professional growth in the fields of agriculture and organizational development.