Claudia Paz
About Claudia Paz
Claudia Paz is the Chief Business Officer at Vanderbilt University's School of Medicine Basic Sciences, with over 15 years of experience in financial planning and strategic development.
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Claudia Paz currently holds the position of Chief Business Officer at Vanderbilt University's School of Medicine Basic Sciences in Nashville, Tennessee. She has been in this role since October 2019.
Experience at Vanderbilt University
Since joining Vanderbilt University in October 2019, Claudia Paz has been serving as the Chief Business Officer for the School of Medicine Basic Sciences. In this role, she leads the business and financial operations, leveraging her extensive background in finance and strategic development to support the institution's goals.
Experience at Florida International University
Claudia Paz spent over a decade at Florida International University in various leadership roles. She served as Chief Administrative Officer from 2014 to 2019, Asst VP Financial Planning from 2009 to 2013, Asst VP Strategic Development from 2008 to 2009, Director of Financial Planning & Strategic Development from 2006 to 2008, and Financial Analyst from 2005 to 2006. Her extensive contributions spanned financial planning, strategic development, and administrative leadership.
Role at Laureate Higher Education Group
In 2013, Claudia Paz worked at Laureate Higher Education Group as Executive Director Finance for a period of 10 months in the Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area. Her responsibilities included overseeing financial operations and contributing to the group's strategic financial planning.
Education and Academic Background
Claudia Paz's academic credentials include a Master's degree in Finance from Florida International University, achieved between 2000 and 2003, and a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, achieved between 1988 and 1993. Her strong educational background laid the foundation for her extensive career in finance and strategic development.