A PhD in Economics (Interfield with Political Science) from Claremont Graduate University, with expertise in global business, economic development, and strategic management, has built a distinguished career spanning academia, government, and consulting. Currently a Visiting Professor at St. George’s University (since 2012), he teaches graduate courses in Managerial Economics, Global Development, and Strategic Decision Making, while also serving as a Consultant at Forrester Research (2021–present) and Economist at Econ Data Analytics (2022–present), advising tech clients on economic impact and global market strategies.
With extensive government experience, he worked as an Analyst at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (2017–2018) and U.S. State Department (2014–2015), conducting trade policy and development project analysis. His research focuses on poverty alleviation, trade openness, and institutional economics, with published work in journals like International Development Efforts & Strategies Journal and books on counterterrorism and narco-trafficking. Fluent in English and Spanish, he holds certifications from MIT, Columbia University, and the World Bank, and is affiliated with the American Economic Association. He has presented at global forums (e.g., Global Peter Drucker Forum) and mentored students across MBA and undergraduate programs.