Bitia Chávez Bermúdez
About Bitia Chávez Bermúdez
Bitia Chávez Bermúdez is a founding curator of the Global Shaper Cusco Hub and has extensive experience in environmental sustainability and social entrepreneurship. She has worked with various organizations, including the Global Shapers Community and Sinba, and holds multiple degrees in climate change, sustainable development, and innovation.
Work at Global Shapers Community
Bitia Chávez Bermúdez serves as the Founding Curator of the Global Shaper Cusco Hub. She has been an active member of the Global Shapers Community, contributing to various initiatives aimed at fostering leadership and community engagement. Her involvement spans multiple roles within the organization, including her current position as a Global Shaper since 2016. She is also engaged with the Lima hub, focusing on local and regional development.
Education and Expertise
Bitia holds a Master's degree in Climate Change and Sustainable Development from Universidad Nacional de San Antonio Abad del Cusco (UNSAAC). She also studied Environmental Engineering at UNSAAC and has further qualifications in Social Innovation and Impact Assessment. Her educational background supports her expertise in environmental sustainability, project formulation, and impact assessment across various sectors.
Background
Bitia has a diverse professional background that includes roles in academia, social entrepreneurship, and environmental consultancy. She has worked as a university lecturer in environmental engineering at Universidad Andina del Cusco and has held positions in various organizations focused on sustainability and innovation. Her experience includes working with international cooperation agencies such as Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH.
Achievements
Bitia co-founded Sinba, a B-corp dedicated to circular economy initiatives, and founded Regeneratec, focusing on environmental sustainability. She has participated in the Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) as a fellow and ambassador, enhancing her leadership skills and network. Her work has involved formulating environmental projects and assessing their impact, contributing to sustainable development in her community.
Professional Experience
Bitia has held various positions in organizations such as Asociación Pro Bienestar y Desarrollo, where she coordinated BioStartUp initiatives, and UTEC - Universidad de Ingeniería y Tecnología as an associated researcher. Her career includes roles in environmental project development and education, reflecting her commitment to sustainability and innovation in different sectors.