Jorge Ramirez Vallejo
About Jorge Ramirez Vallejo
Jorge Ramirez Vallejo is a member of the Harvard Business School faculty, where he teaches the Shared Value course in the Executive program. He has extensive experience in economic advisory roles and has worked with various institutions, including the National Federation of Colombian Coffee Growers and the Inter-American Development Bank.
Work at Harvard Business School
Jorge Ramirez Vallejo has been a member of the Harvard Business School faculty since 2011. He teaches the Shared Value course in the Executive program, which emphasizes the integration of social and business value. Prior to his current role, he served as a Visiting Associate Professor at Harvard Business School from 2008 to 2011.
Education and Expertise
Jorge Ramirez Vallejo holds a Ph.D. in Applied Economics from the University of Minnesota, where he also earned his M.S. in the same field. He completed his undergraduate studies in Civil Engineering at Escuela Colombiana de Ingeniería Julio Garavito and furthered his education with an M.S. in Civil Engineering from Colorado State University. His academic background supports his expertise in economic strategy and competitiveness.
Professional Background
Jorge Ramirez Vallejo has held various significant positions throughout his career. He worked as an Economic Advisor and Director of the Restructuring Program at the National Federation of Colombian Coffee Growers from 1995 to 2001. He also served as CEO of FINDETER in 1994 and held roles at the Inter-American Development Bank, International Food Policy Research Institute, and The World Bank. Additionally, he has been involved with Universidad de Los Andes in multiple capacities, including as Director of the Center for Strategy and Competitiveness.
Achievements in Competitiveness Initiatives
Jorge Ramirez Vallejo has contributed to regional economic growth through his involvement in cluster development initiatives. He advises national and regional governments on competitiveness strategies across South America, Africa, and Asia. His work has impacted economic policies and strategies, and he has facilitated strategic thinking exercises and training for companies to enhance their strategic capabilities.
Consulting and Advisory Roles
Throughout his career, Jorge Ramirez Vallejo has engaged in consulting roles that focus on economic development and competitiveness. His experience includes advising various governments on strategies to improve regional competitiveness. He has also played a role in facilitating training and strategic exercises for organizations, enhancing their operational effectiveness.