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Christy Luciano

Expert in Corporate Communications, Sustainability, and Institutional Relations

Christy Luciano is a seasoned professional in the field of corporate communications and sustainability, currently serving as the Vice President of Corporate Communications and Sustainability at Grupo Universal in the Dominican Republic.1

Professional Experience

With over 20 years of experience, Christy has expertise in:

  • Designing and implementing communication strategies (internal, external, and digital)
  • Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility
  • Crisis Communication
  • Change Management and Cultural Transformations in organizations1

Prior to her current role, she held the position of Public Relations Manager at Grupo Universal for nearly 14 years, from October 2008 to May 2022.1

Skills and Certifications

Christy is known for her:

  • Ability to work under pressure and lead multidisciplinary teams
  • High capacity to understand and adapt to complex environments and systems
  • Efficient and creative problem-solving skills

She is certified as a Sustainability Professional by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and has completed the GRI Certified Training Program based on GRI sustainability reporting standards.1

Achievements and Recognition

Throughout her career, Christy has received several honors and awards, including:

  • Outstanding Partner 2019 by Anje
  • Sub-coordinator recognition by the National Association of Young Entrepreneurs
  • Nomination for "Person of the Year 2018" by Cannes Lions Dominicana
  • Director of the Year 2017 at Grupo Universal's Corporate Center
  • Outstanding Partner 2017 by the National Association of Young Entrepreneurs (ANJE)1

Recent Activities

Christy is actively involved in promoting sustainability and gender equality initiatives. She recently celebrated Grupo Universal's recognition with the Platinum Seal Igualando RD, which certifies the company's implementation of good practices in gender equity.2

Language Skills

Christy has professional working proficiency in English and limited working proficiency in Portuguese, in addition to her native language.1

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Experience

Vicepresidenta de Comunicaciones Corporativa y Sostenibilidad at Grupo Universal (May 2022 - Present)
Directora de Comunicaciones Corporativas y Sostenibilidad at Grupo Universal (February 2014 - May 2022), Gerente de Relaciones Publicas at Grupo Universal (October 2008 - May 2022), Miembro del cuerpo docente at Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (April 2018 - September 2018), Subcoordinadora Comision Desarrollo Sostenible at Asociación Nacional de Jóvenes Empresarios (ANJE) (October 2017 - 2018), Ejecutiva de cuentas at Newlink Group (February 2007 - September 2008), Subgerente Editor at Banco Popular Dominicano (August 2006 - February 2007), Becaria / Junior Project at Group Worldspan Ltd. (February 2006 - July 2006), Subgerente editor gráfico at Banco Popular Dominicano (March 2002 - August 2005)

Education

['Master en Dirección en Comunicación Corporativa from Escuela de Administración de Empresas, EAE (2005 - 2006)', 'Master en RSE y Sostenibilidad from Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) (2015 - 2017)', 'Maestría en Responsabilidad Social Empresarial y Sostenibilidad from Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (2015 - 2017)', 'Licenciatura en Publicidad from Universidad APEC (1997 - 2001)', 'Programa de Desarrollo Ejecutivo from Barna Management School (2022)', 'Further Studies at IESE Business School (2022)'], ['Master en Dirección en Comunicación Corporativa from Escuela de Administración de Empresas, EAE (2005 - 2006)', 'Master en RSE y Sostenibilidad from Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) (2015 - 2017)', 'Maestría en Responsabilidad Social Empresarial y Sostenibilidad from Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (2015 - 2017)', 'Licenciatura en Publicidad from Universidad APEC (1997 - 2001)', 'Programa de Desarrollo Ejecutivo from Barna Management School (2022)', 'Further Studies at IESE Business School (2022)'], ['Master en Dirección en Comunicación Corporativa from Escuela de Administración de Empresas, EAE (2005 - 2006)', 'Master en RSE y Sostenibilidad from Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) (2015 - 2017)', 'Maestría en Responsabilidad Social Empresarial y Sostenibilidad from Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (2015 - 2017)', 'Licenciatura en Publicidad from Universidad APEC (1997 - 2001)', 'Programa de Desarrollo Ejecutivo from Barna Management School (2022)', 'Further Studies at IESE Business School (2022)'], ['Master en Dirección en Comunicación Corporativa from Escuela de Administración de Empresas, EAE (2005 - 2006)', 'Master en RSE y Sostenibilidad from Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) (2015 - 2017)', 'Maestría en Responsabilidad Social Empresarial y Sostenibilidad from Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (2015 - 2017)', 'Licenciatura en Publicidad from Universidad APEC (1997 - 2001)', 'Programa de Desarrollo Ejecutivo from Barna Management School (2022)', 'Further Studies at IESE Business School (2022)'], ['Master en Dirección en Comunicación Corporativa from Escuela de Administración de Empresas, EAE (2005 - 2006)', 'Master en RSE y Sostenibilidad from Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) (2015 - 2017)', 'Maestría en Responsabilidad Social Empresarial y Sostenibilidad from Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (2015 - 2017)', 'Licenciatura en Publicidad from Universidad APEC (1997 - 2001)', 'Programa de Desarrollo Ejecutivo from Barna Management School (2022)', 'Further Studies at IESE Business School (2022)'], ['Master en Dirección en Comunicación Corporativa from Escuela de Administración de Empresas, EAE (2005 - 2006)', 'Master en RSE y Sostenibilidad from Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) (2015 - 2017)', 'Maestría en Responsabilidad Social Empresarial y Sostenibilidad from Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (2015 - 2017)', 'Licenciatura en Publicidad from Universidad APEC (1997 - 2001)', 'Programa de Desarrollo Ejecutivo from Barna Management School (2022)', 'Further Studies at IESE Business School (2022)']

Location

Dominican Republic