Lucia Valencia Dongo
About Lucia Valencia Dongo
Lucia Valencia Dongo is a Senior Design Lead at IDEO and a Partner & Board Member at Grupo Estrategia, with a strong background in e-commerce and social innovation. She has received accolades from MIT for her contributions to socially conscious brands and has held various leadership roles in education and business.
Current Role at IDEO
Lucia Valencia Dongo serves as a Senior Design Lead at IDEO, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on design strategies and innovation, contributing to projects that emphasize user-centered design and social impact. Her expertise in design thinking and leadership in various projects aligns with IDEO's mission to create positive change through design.
Previous Experience at Grupo Intercorp
Prior to her current role, Lucia worked at Grupo Intercorp as the Education Portfolio Head from 2019 to 2020. During her one-year tenure in Lima, Peru, she managed educational initiatives and programs aimed at enhancing learning opportunities within the organization. Her leadership contributed to the development of strategic educational projects.
Educational Background
Lucia has a diverse educational background. She earned a Master of Science in Entrepreneurship from University College London (UCL) from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, she completed an Executive Education program at Harvard Business School, focusing on Achieving Breakthrough Service from 2015 to 2017. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management from Universidad del Pacífico, which she completed from 2007 to 2012.
Achievements and Recognition
Lucia has received notable recognition for her contributions to e-commerce and social innovation. She was awarded the 'Innovator under 35 - TR35' and 'Social Innovator' titles by MIT for her work in developing e-commerce platforms for socially conscious brands. These awards highlight her impact in the field of social entrepreneurship and innovation.
Board Memberships and Leadership Roles
Lucia holds significant leadership positions as a Partner and Board Member at Grupo Estrategia since 2019 and as a Founding Board Member at Colectivo23 since 2018. She also served as a Founding Board Member at DUHEM from 2012 to 2016. Her involvement in these organizations reflects her commitment to driving social change and fostering innovation in various sectors.