Sebastian G. Fonzo, MSc, MBA.
About Sebastian G. Fonzo, MSc, MBA.
Sebastian G. Fonzo, MSc, MBA, is a professor specializing in Behavioral Public Policy Design and Applied Behavioral Science at various institutions, including FIA Business School and The George Washington University. He has extensive experience in global strategic marketing and behavioral science, having worked with prominent companies such as Janssen and Merck Group, and has pioneered the application of Behavioral Science in Latin America.
Work at The George Washington University
Sebastian G. Fonzo serves as a Behavioral Public Policy Design & Behaviorally Informed Public Policy Professor at The George Washington University. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the academic community in Washington, DC for three years. His role involves teaching and researching the intersection of behavioral science and public policy, focusing on how behavioral insights can inform effective policy design.
Current Positions in Academia
In addition to his role at The George Washington University, Fonzo is a professor at FIA Business School and IAE Business School, where he teaches Applied Behavioral Science and Decision Making. He has been with these institutions since 2020, providing insights into behavioral science applications in public policy and decision-making processes. He also founded Nudging Labs: Applied Behavioural Science in Argentina, where he pioneers behavioral strategy in Latin America.
Previous Experience in Pharmaceutical Industry
Fonzo has extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, having worked for Janssen, Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson and Johnson in various roles from 2009 to 2014. His positions included Product Manager in the International Recruitment and Development Program, Senior Brand Manager in Immunology, and Regional Business Unit Senior Manager. He also served as a Regional Business Unit Director for Merck Group from 2014 to 2015, focusing on the biotechnology portfolio.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Fonzo holds multiple degrees, including an MBA from IAE Business School, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with the best GPA. He also completed a Master of Science in Behavioral Science & Economics with Distinction at The London School of Economics and Political Science. His education includes studies in Strategy & Marketing at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Marketing from Universidad del Norte 'Santo Tomás de Aquino.'
Global Experience and Collaborations
Fonzo has collaborated with professionals from over 50 nationalities throughout his career. He has lived in three of the world's largest economies: the United States, the United Kingdom, and Brazil, for more than a decade. His diverse international experience informs his approach to behavioral science and public policy, allowing him to apply global perspectives to local challenges.