Ana Maria Vela
About Ana Maria Vela
Ana Maria Vela is a Sustainable Procurement Strategist at EcoVadis in Barcelona, with a background in business development and social entrepreneurship.
Current Role at EcoVadis
Ana Maria Vela currently works as a Sustainable Procurement Strategist for the mid-market in Iberia at EcoVadis. Based in Barcelona, Cataluña, España, Ana Maria's role focuses on integrating sustainable procurement strategies for businesses in the region. EcoVadis is known for its sustainability ratings platform, which helps companies monitor and improve their sustainability performance. Ana Maria's expertise contributes to these objectives, making her an integral part of the team.
Past Experience at Zankyou Weddings
Prior to her current role, Ana Maria Vela served as a Sustainability Consultant (Internship) at Zankyou Weddings in Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain, for 11 months in 2021. During her tenure, she worked on projects aimed at integrating sustainable practices into the wedding industry. Her insights and consultancy helped Zankyou Weddings advance their sustainability agenda.
Sales and Partnerships Director at MAKAIA
From 2019 to 2021, Ana Maria Vela was the Sales and Partnerships Director at MAKAIA in Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia. Over two years, she played a significant role in developing strategic partnerships and boosting sales efforts for the organization. Her work involved liaising with stakeholders and driving initiatives that aligned with MAKAIA's mission.
Educational Background
Ana Maria Vela has an extensive educational background that includes a Master of Sustainability Management from the Sustainability Management School (SUMAS), completed in 2022. She also holds a degree in International Relations and Affairs (Internacionalista) from Universidad del Rosario, where she studied from 2008 to 2014. Her academic pursuits have equipped her with a solid foundation in sustainability and international affairs.
Experience in Social Entrepreneurship
Ana Maria Vela has co-created two social enterprises aimed at generating positive impact. Her experience extends to various roles, such as Co-Founder and General Manager at Corozo Tours in Barranquilla and Co-Founder and Business Development Director at Impact Hub Network in Barranquilla. These roles underline her commitment to social entrepreneurship and her passion for creating business solutions with environmental and social benefits.