Over the past 15 years, I have worked at the intersection of conservation science, climate adaptation, biodiversity, and human well-being, helping organizations translate science into conservation action across Latin America and the Global South.
I lead the development of science strategies that guide conservation priorities and organizational decision-making.
Led Conservation International's Climate Adaptation Program, setting scientific direction and strategic priorities.
Led the Climate Change Adaptation team within Conservation International's Science Division.
Led the development and implementation of Conservation International's Climate Adaptation Science Strategy.
Co-designed Conservation International's Climate Adaptation Strategy, establishing the organization's vision and implementation pathways for climate adaptation.
Guided research priorities at the intersection of biodiversity conservation, climate adaptation, and human well-being.
Co-developed organizational methodologies for implementing, monitoring, and evaluating conservation interventions.
I have designed and managed large-scale conservation initiatives that integrate biodiversity, climate, and people.
Directed a global portfolio of conservation initiatives across 11 countries.
Led 23 cross-functional conservation initiatives across forests, wetlands, freshwater systems, coral reefs, mangroves, and agricultural landscapes.
Integrated biodiversity conservation, climate adaptation, ecosystem resilience, and human well-being into conservation planning.
Designed monitoring, evaluation, learning, and adaptive management systems.
Collaborated closely with field programs to translate science into implementation.
Much of my work involves bringing together people from different disciplines, sectors, and countries.
Built partnerships with more than 50 organizations across governments, NGOs, academia, Indigenous Peoples and local communities, and donor institutions.
Represented Conservation International at international scientific and policy forums.
Worked closely with communications teams to prepare press releases, blogs, and media materials.
Collaborated with policy teams to identify policy priorities.
Led multidisciplinary proposal development involving colleagues from multiple disciplines and countries.
I have secured funding and aligned scientific priorities with organizational strategy.
Secured and managed more than US$6 million in donor funding.
Co-authored more than 35 multidisciplinary proposals.
Managed international conservation portfolios from proposal development through implementation and reporting.
I believe science should inform better conservation decisions.
Authored 43 peer-reviewed publications, including papers in Science, Nature Communications, PNAS, and The Lancet.
Conducted applied research across biodiversity conservation, ecosystem restoration, climate adaptation, and nature-based solutions.
Developed practical guidance and decision-support tools for conservation practitioners.
Designed and delivered capacity-building programs reaching more than 500 practitioners and decision-makers worldwide.
Beyond my formal roles, I am committed to strengthening the conservation community.
Member, World Adaptation Science Committee (2023–Present)
Leader, Women's Network, Conservation International
Co-leader, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee, Conservation International
Supervised and mentored 13 staff, students, and interns in highly matrixed organizations.