Sergio Gutiérrez

Sergio David Silva Gutiérrez is a well-educated professional with a background in Economics of Development and experience in various sectors related to development economics, social intervention, program management, and sustainable entrepreneurship.

With a Master of Arts in Development Studies - Economics of Development from the International Institute of Social Studies and specialized studies in Sustainable Development, Political Management & Governance, and International Business, Sergio has a solid academic foundation.

Having worked for over seven years, Sergio has excelled in areas such as development program management, productive transformation initiatives, sustainable entrepreneurship, and social enterprise support across the public and private sectors.

Sergio's expertise lies in gender and productive development policies, where he has effectively led initiatives to empower women, children, and minority groups through participatory approaches and the establishment of microenterprises in various sectors like textiles, handcrafts, coffee, and more.

He has a proven track record of leading sustainable entrepreneurships and social enterprises, evident from his role as Co-Founder and Programs Director at 'Magdalena Emprende' and SHE IS Foundation, focusing on young entrepreneurs and women affected by armed conflict in Colombia.

Proficient in Econometrics models, impact evaluation, development project appraisal, and conflict analysis, Sergio has actively contributed to areas like Humanitarian Affairs, transitional justice, and Peacebuilding through fieldwork operations.

Sergio's interests span a wide range of social and economic sciences topics including social mobility, income inequality, gender issues, poverty alleviation, labor market dynamics, public policy competitiveness, Global Value Chains, climate change, and environmental planning.

Throughout his career, Sergio has gained working experience in organizations like the International Institute of Social Studies, Territorial Renovation Agency in Colombia, Small Business Development Center, and various consultancies and advisory roles at both national and international levels.

Sergio David Silva Gutiérrez is a versatile professional with a passion for driving positive change in vulnerable and conflict-prone territories, making significant contributions to sustainable development, entrepreneurship, gender equality, and social empowerment.