Jorge Castañeda

Behavioral Economist at World Bank

Jorge Castaneda is an accomplished organizer with proven success in legislative, electoral, and grassroots campaigns. He has honed his collaboration skills through extensive work in political and artistic spheres across the US and Europe, excelling in intentional strategies.

His educational background includes an MFA in Performing Arts from the California Institute of the Arts and a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Theatre from Texas Christian University.

With a diverse array of roles in various organizations, Jorge has held positions such as Field Organizer at Bernie Sanders For President, Political Consultant at Coalition to Preserve L.A., Community Organizer at Coalition to Preserve L.A., Regional Field Director at AIDS Healthcare Foundation, Latino Outreach Lead at Hillary for America, Political Consultant at Hillary for America, and more.

Experience

Behavioral Economist at the Mind, Behavior, and Development (eMBeD) unit - World Bank

Economist at The World Bank; Research Fellow at Inter-American Development Bank; Consultant at National Planning Department DNP; Research Assistant at Universidad de los Andes

Education

Master's Degree in Economics, Universidad de Los Andes (2010-2012); Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Universidad de Los Andes (2006-2009); Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Universidad Nacional de Colombia (2004-2006)