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Antar Mendoza Aragon

@antarmendozaaragon

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Innovation leader bridging public policy, startups, and international partnerships for inclusive economic growth.

Mexico

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What I'm looking for

I seek roles leading innovation programs that foster inclusive economic growth, build multi-sector partnerships, scale startup ecosystems, and deliver measurable social impact.

I am an innovation leader with a Bachelor's in International Relations and a track record of designing and executing public-sector programs that connect entrepreneurs, investors, and universities to drive economic and social impact. I led projects at the Ministry of Economic Development and Labor of Puebla, implemented the “Mentefactura” strategy, established CIITA in Puebla, and built the first Puebla Startup Ecosystem database.

I have organized large-scale events like the Ethereum May 5th Hackathon, launched year-round programs covering AI, Blockchain, Web3, FinTech, Digital Economy and AgroTech, designed a gender-focused STEM program for over 100 women, and mentored more than 50 startups through prototyping to funding. I build strategic alliances with international organizations, embassies, foundations, universities and national agencies to scale innovation inclusively.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Ecosystem & Events Coordinator

Center for Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Business (CIEN)

Developed Puebla’s first startup ecosystem database, organized large-scale events including the Ethereum May 5th Hackathon (1,500+ participants), and launched weekly High-Impact Entrepreneurship Wednesdays benefiting 700+ ventures.

Ecosystem Mapping Event Planning Community Outreach Program Management entrepreneurship Partnership Development Public Engagement

Innovation Project Lead

Ministry of Economic Development and Labor of Puebla

Led state-level innovation projects including the “Mentefactura” strategy and establishment of CIITA, positioning Puebla as a national benchmark in industrial innovation and building the first Puebla startup ecosystem database.

Innovation Strategy Ecosystem Project Management Stakeholder Engagement Partnership Building Program Design Database Development Event Management

STEM Inclusion Program Designer

CIEN / Ministry of Economic Development and Labor of Puebla

Designed and implemented a gender-focused STEM program that reached over 100 women across 25 municipalities, promoting inclusive access to science and technology.

Program Design Community Development Training Delivery Monitoring & Evaluation Curriculum Design Outreach