Maria Cardenas
@mariacardenas2
I build practical circular economy and environmental programs for logistics operations, businesses, and sustainable development goals.
ColombiaWhat I'm looking for
I've built sustainability programs for CARGOK Logística SAS BIC, helping transition the company into a Benefit and Collective Interest Company.
I developed a product from reclaimed materials, structured four circular-economy environmental services, and implemented strategies for the circular use of 2 tons of solid waste.
At ADLA Consulting SAS, I support ISO 14001 environmental management systems and incorporate sustainability into logistics, procurement, sales, and finance processes.
My work combines economics, environmental management, renewable energy, and research on circular economy in Colombia's textile sector, including an article under review on AI as a sustainability tool.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Volunteer
HechoxNosotros
Sep 2025 - Present (1 year)
Volunteered with a sustainable fashion NGO focused on circular economy initiatives.
Quality and Environmental Consultant
ADLA Consulting SAS
Sep 2023 - Present (3 years)
Reviewed and adjusted administrative processes to incorporate sustainability considerations and improve efficiency. Assisted in developing environmental programs and supported ISO 14001 system implementation and documentation.
Sustainability Leader
Cargok Logística SAS BIC
Jun 2020 - Jun 2023 (3 years)
Structured the sustainability department, managed the transition to a BIC company, developed a product from reclaimed materials, and implemented circular economy strategies for waste utilization.
Research and Development Coordinator
ISAP Consulting SAS
Jan 2018 - Nov 2019 (1 year 10 months)
Co-designed the company's strategic direction and defined services aligned with sustainability. Researched client needs and adapted services through iterative testing and improvement.
Volunteer
RSPCA
Dec 2015 - Mar 2017 (1 year 3 months)
Volunteered with an animal welfare organization, supporting their mission and operations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
La Salle University
Academic Article, Sustainability
2025 - 2026
Academic article under review on artificial intelligence as a sustainability tool for the textile sector in Colombia.
University of La Rioja
Master's, Environmental and Energy Management
2024 - 2025
Master's in Environmental and Energy Management.
University Distrital Francisco José de Caldas
Master's Research, Circular Economy
2018 - 2025
Master's research in circular economy applied to the textile sector, as a requirement of the master's program.
Francisco José De Caldas District University
Master's, Sustainable Development and Environmental Management
2019 - 2025
Master's in Sustainable Development and Environmental Management, with research on circular economy in the textile sector.
Institute of Biomimicry
Course, Biomimicry
2023 - 2023
Introduction to Biomimicry course.
University Foundation Los Libertadores
Bachelor's, Economics
2007 - 2011
Bachelor's degree in Economics.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
ColombiaAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
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Skills
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