Edmundo Rivera is a highly qualified economist with a diverse background in the field. He has studied economics at Instituto Tecnológico de Santo Domingo, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, and Academic Economics – International Executive Education Foundation Francisco Marroquín. Rivera holds a Certificate in Advanced Training in Economics and Administration Program and Master's degrees in Economía Financiera, Mención en Economía de la empresa and Economía Aplicada, Mención en Macroeconomía Aplicada.

Rivera has worked extensively in the banking industry, holding positions such as Vicepresidente - Economista en Jefe at BANCO LATINOAMERICANO DE COMERCIO EXTERIOR S.A. and formerly Chief Economist Estudios Economicos Banco BHD, S.A. at Banco BHD S.A. Rivera's expertise includes macroeconomic analysis, financial programming, and international trade.