Yon Jimenez Macuso
About Yon Jimenez Macuso
Yon Jimenez Macuso is the Manager of Learning and Evidence at REDF, where he leads data standardization and collaborates on program evaluations. He has extensive experience in data and evaluation management, having worked at various organizations in the San Francisco Bay Area and Spain.
Current Position at REDF
Yon Jimenez Macuso serves as the Manager of Learning and Evidence at REDF. Holding this position since 2018, he is based in the San Francisco Bay Area. His role primarily involves coordinating data and system buildout efforts. He ensures the standardization of data collection processes and reporting requirements across multiple REDF programs. Yon collaborates closely with RTI International and the Business Analyst team on a multi-year program evaluation, emphasizing cost-benefit analysis.
Past Experience at Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center
From 2013 to 2018, Yon Jimenez Macuso worked as a Data and Evaluation Manager at Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center in the San Francisco Bay Area. During his tenure, he managed data systems to support the organization’s initiatives. His role included overseeing evaluation efforts to measure the impact and success of various entrepreneurial programs.
Work Experience in Spain
Yon Jimenez Macuso's earlier career includes various positions in Spain. He served as an Economic and Workforce Development Associate at the Chamber of Commerce of Gipuzkoa for 11 months in 2012, in San Sebastian. Prior to that, he worked as an Administrative Assistant at the Social Services, Employment, and Cooperation of Lasarte-Oria Council from 2010 to 2011. Additionally, he was a Program Manager at GAZE (Gipuzkoako Gazte Ekinzale) from 2009 to 2012, and a Marketing Intern at Elhuyar in 2008.
Educational Background
Yon's academic background is diverse. He studied at ThePowerMBA, earning a Business Administration and Management, General degree. He also holds a Certificate in Social Sector Leadership from the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business, which he obtained in 2017. Furthermore, he earned a Diploma in Business Administration & Marketing from Vysoká škola ekonomická v Praze in 2010, a Master's degree in Business Administration and Management, Marketing from Universidad del País Vasco/Euskal Herriko Unibertsitatea in 2011, and a Bachelor's degree in Business Management & International Trade from Mondragón Unibertsitatea in 2008.
Leadership in Data Systems and Standardization
At REDF, Yon Jimenez Macuso has implemented data systems supporting over 100 external users, including REDF grantees, Impact lending borrowers, and Accelerator Program participants. His efforts are pivotal in standardizing data collection processes and establishing consistent reporting requirements across various programs. Yon also leads projects focusing on the correlation between upskilling opportunities at social enterprises and post-social enterprise wage progression.