About Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas

Dr. Carolina Zuheill Rosales has established herself as a prominent figure in global health and humanitarian medicine, combining academic excellence with practical field experience. After earning her medical degree and completing a master's in health management from the Universidad del Valle de México, she has dedicated her career to improving healthcare access in underserved communities. As the founder and director of GUIMEDIC (Humanitarian Medical Association), she leads regional medical and scientific initiatives, designing and implementing access programs for neglected diseases in rural Mexico. Her extensive international experience includes work across Latin America and Africa, where she has served displaced populations in conflict zones. Through collaborations with various NGOs, foundations, and academic institutions, she has contributed significantly to public health initiatives globally. At Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas, she shares her expertise through teaching while continuing her work as a global health consultant for national and international organizations.

Dr. Selene Martinez-Pacheco has established herself as an educational innovator at Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas (UPC), where she serves as Head of Learning Experience Design for Laureate Australia New Zealand. Her expertise in instructional design is demonstrated through her work on courses like "Voces de cambio social," which has reached over 7,400 learners. In this role, she leads the development of engaging learning experiences that align with UPC's mission of educating innovative leaders with a global vision. Her work contributes to UPC's reputation for academic excellence and innovative capability in higher education, helping to transform traditional education through technology-enhanced learning design.

Daniela Andrea Retamales Gomez has established herself as a pioneering social entrepreneur and industrial engineer, combining her technical expertise with social innovation. After earning her Industrial Engineering degree from Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso and two master's degrees in Management and Social Innovation for Inclusion, she founded the 3D Prosthetic Foundation in 2016. Her organization addresses a critical need in Chile, where over 10,000 people require prosthetic hands, with 90% lacking resources to obtain them. Her innovative approach includes employing youth from detention programs in the design and manufacturing process, creating both social impact and rehabilitation opportunities. Her achievements have earned numerous recognitions, including selection as one of 10 leading social entrepreneurs by Youth Action Net Chile (2017), one of 20 Laureate Global Fellows (2018), and one of Chile's 100 leading women. She serves on the board of Young Crew Chile of the International Project Management Association and was selected for the 2020 Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) by the U.S. Embassy. Through her work at Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas, she continues to inspire and educate the next generation of social innovators.

Dr. William C. Schulz has established himself as a distinguished scholar and leader in strategic management and social entrepreneurship. After earning his Ph.D. in Strategic Management from The University of Georgia and a Master's degree in Political Science & Public Policy from Indiana University, he has dedicated over two decades to exploring how servant leaders can drive positive change through entrepreneurial leadership. As the Founding Director of Walden University's Center for Social Change and former Associate Dean of Walden's School of Management, he has shaped educational approaches to social innovation. His book "Creating Value Through Skill-Based Strategic Thinking and Entrepreneurial Leadership" has received acclaim for its resource-based perspective on strategy. Beyond academia, he has contributed to the field as past Chair of USASBE's Entrepreneurship Education Division and former Vice President for Academic Affairs at Albertus Magnus College. His work extends to practical applications, helping both for-profit and non-profit organizations leverage their capabilities for sustainable success. Additionally, he has ventured into documentary filmmaking, producing "Electra! Queen of the Aleutian Islands," praised by aviation historian Robert Serling as "arguably one of the finest aviation documentaries ever filmed."

Dina Buchbinder Auron has established herself as a transformative figure in education through her innovative approach to learning through play. After earning her B.A. in International Relations from ITAM and Master in Public Administration from Harvard Kennedy School, she founded Education for Sharing (E4S) in 2007 at age 24. Under her leadership, E4S has impacted over 1 million beneficiaries across 8 countries, transforming educational communities through play-based learning. Her achievements have earned her numerous prestigious fellowships, including Ashoka, Edmund Hillary, Schusterman, and World Economic Forum Global Shaper. As Chair of the United Nations Youth Association Mexico and a Hubert Humphrey Fellow in Urban Planning at MIT, she continues to shape global education policy. At Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas, she teaches "Voces de cambio social," sharing her expertise in social entrepreneurship and educational innovation. Her work focuses on empowering students, teachers, and parents to become active global citizens through innovative educational approaches, particularly emphasizing entrepreneurship from childhood.

Geórgia Nunes has established herself as a pioneering social entrepreneur through her company Amora Brinquedos Afirmativos, which promotes racial representation through toys and recreational activities. Founded with the mission to bring visibility to the Black community, Amora operates on a buy-one-give-one model, donating a toy to public schools for each doll sold. Her initiative has already donated 155 affirmative toys, impacting 14 schools and 4,496 children. Her innovative approach to addressing racial representation in education earned her the Laureate Young Social Entrepreneurs award in 2017 and the Global Here for Good Award in 2018 for positive social impact. At Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas, she shares her expertise in social entrepreneurship, focusing on promoting and fostering the social enterprise ecosystem through her work in Design, Education, and Social Entrepreneurship. Her efforts continue to bridge the gap between business and social impact, inspiring the next generation of socially conscious

Joel Adriance has established himself as a leading expert in youth development and social innovation at the International Youth Foundation (IYF). After earning his master's degree from Harvard Graduate School of Education and completing the Reynolds Fellowship in Social Entrepreneurship at Harvard's Center for Public Leadership, he has focused on developing youth leadership and social entrepreneurship programs. As Director of Training & Learning for YouthActionNet®, IYF's signature initiative, he oversees 12 national and regional institutes across Latin America, Spain, and Portugal, promoting youth citizenship and social innovation

Melanie Tran has established herself as a pioneering force in user experience design and social entrepreneurship. Named among the Top 100 Women of Influence 2019 by the Australian Financial Review, she combines her expertise in UX design with advocacy for disability rights. As a UX Designer at Hireup, she brings over eight years of experience bridging business, design, and social impact. Her innovative work has earned international recognition, including the Laureate International Universities Global Here for Good Award in 2018. Through her role at Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas, she shares her unique perspective on inclusive design and social entrepreneurship, drawing from her lived experience and professional expertise across disability, health, and technology sectors. Her work exemplifies how design thinking can be used to create more inclusive and accessible solutions for diverse communities.

Nick Martin has established himself as a transformative figure in educational technology and international development. After earning his BA with honors from Swarthmore College and MA in Peace Education from the United Nations University for Peace, he founded TechChange in 2010, building it into a leading platform for social impact education. His organization has developed over 800 online courses for major institutions including UNICEF, World Bank, and the U.S. State Department, reaching students across 170 countries. As an adjunct professor at prestigious institutions including Columbia, Georgetown, and George Washington Universities, he has taught over 60 graduate-level courses on technology for social change and international development. His achievements have earned him numerous fellowships, including PopTech Social Innovation Fellow (2013), Ariane de Rothschild Fellow (2014), and International Youth Foundation Global Fellow (2009). Through his work at Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas and other institutions, he continues to innovate in online education for social impact, combining technology with international development expertise.

Rafael Henrique has established himself as a leading figure in sustainable waste management and social entrepreneurship. After building a strong foundation in Electronics and Electrical Engineering with specializations in Design for Sustainability and Entrepreneurship, he spent 10 years working on industrial automation and risk assessment for power plants across Latin America. Since 2006, he has focused on sustainability initiatives, and in 2011, transitioned to full-time social entrepreneurship. As Director and President of Instituto Recicleiros, he has led the organization to create 14 sorting centers across Brazil, impacting over 84,000 people with improved waste management services. His innovative approach aims to expand to 60 cities by 2027, creating 3,000 new jobs and recycling 30,000 tonnes of plastic waste annually. His achievements earned him recognition as a YouthActionNet® Laureate Global Fellow, placing him among 20 young social entrepreneurs with global impact. Beyond Recicleiros, he serves on the advisory board of Instituto Akatu, continuing to shape sustainable development practices across Brazil. At Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas, he shares his expertise in sustainable enterprise development and social innovation.