Laura Figón

With over 10 years of experience driving social impact through project management, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and sustainable development, I am passionate about creating inclusive, equitable, and sustainable systems that empower communities and drive systemic change. My work spans Latin America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, collaborating with organizations like the United Nations, Cambridge University, and Amazon Web Services (AWS) to deliver impactful results.I specialize in:💠 Program & Project Management: Leading cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and within scope.💠 Stakeholder Engagement: Building and managing relationships with diverse stakeholders to foster collaboration and drive collective impact.💠 Training & Learning Management: Designing and delivering engaging workshops and training programs that build capacity and drive behavior change.💠 Digital Marketing & Communications: Crafting compelling narratives and developing strategies that drive engagement and impact.💠 DEI & Sustainability: Advising organizations on inclusive practices and leading initiatives in climate finance, impact investment, and gender lens investing.My academic background includes a Master’s in International and Development Economics from HTW Berlin and a Bachelor’s in International Business from Tecnológico de Monterrey, complemented by certifications in Scrum Fundamentals and Digital Education. Fluent in Spanish and English, with working knowledge of German and French, I thrive in multicultural environments and bring a global perspective to every project.Recognized by the World Trade Organization (WTO) as a leading expert in gender and trade and by the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Mexico for progressive leadership, I am a steadfast ally for human rights, the LGBTIQA+ community, people with (invisible) disabilities, and mental health advocacy.