Paula Alejandra Ávila Castañeda

Supported analysis of problems and documentation of functional requirements for technology products, ensuring clarity, traceability, and alignment with organizational objectives. Participated in user sessions and coordinated with technical and business teams to ensure effective project communication, execution, quality, and follow-up.

Researched international corporate governance models, advances in Colombia, and their relationship with corporate strategy. Created a database to organize information on SMEs participating in CEGC-UNIANDES corporate governance development programs to facilitate subsequent analysis.

Researched and analyzed the Japanese and Latin American textile industry to identify opportunities and areas for strengthening for member producers of the Yamanashi Textile Association. Collected qualitative information through direct diagnostics and interviews with small local producers, identifying bottlenecks and generating strategies to improve competitiveness.

Collaborated in identifying organizational needs and designing a basic ERP system to unify inventory, sales, and finance management. Developed organizational process diagrams and presented proposals for integrating technological tools, and created a dashboard for real-time data visualization.

Conducted market research and reports on opportunities in sectors such as mining, energy, education, and infrastructure for Australian companies in Colombia. Coordinated and planned commercial activities, academic promotion opportunities, and B2B meetings including in-person and virtual events.

Certification as SuiteFoundation Specialist from Oracle NetSuite, completed in August 2026.

Course on doing business with multinationals and companies in Latin America, completed in July 2025.

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Universidad de los Andes, completed in April 2025.

Diploma in State Contracting from Politécnico de Colombia, completed in March 2024.

Course on Supplier Partnerships, completed in May 2024.

Course on Process Analytics: Optimization from data, completed in June 2023.

Professional degree in Government and Public Affairs from Universidad de los Andes, completed in October 2023.