Ana Maria Camelo Vega

Senior Economics and Finance Researcher at Columbia Center on Sustainable Investment
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New York, New York, United States, US
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  • Spanish Native or bilingual proficiency
  • English Native or bilingual proficiency
  • French Limited working proficiency
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Credentials

  • Cambio Climático y TCFD: Riesgos y Oportunidades para el Sector Bancario
    United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI)
    Nov, 2022
    - Nov, 2024
  • Bonos Verdes, Sociales y Sostenibles
    University of the Andes
    Apr, 2022
    - Nov, 2024
  • Green Bonds Bootcamp
    Climate Bonds Initiative
    Oct, 2021
    - Nov, 2024
  • Environmental and Social Risk Analysis
    United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI)
    Sep, 2021
    - Nov, 2024
  • Inequalities in Latin American and the Caribbean
    UNESCO
    May, 2018
    - Nov, 2024
  • Seizure Recognition and Response Training
    Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota
    Jan, 2017
    - Nov, 2024

Experience

  • Columbia Center on Sustainable Investment
    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Senior Economics and Finance Researcher
      • Sep 2023 - Present

      • Strategically analyze the interrelated finance and economic pathways critical to achieving global climate goals and facilitating the energy transition, and the corresponding implications for public, private, and institutional financial sector actors, regulators, and alliances. • Lead and execute applied research and analysis of international investment policy and alternative policies and practices related to international investment, particularly with respect to the Center’s focus on natural resource investments (e.g. land, agriculture and mining), the energy transition, human rights, and finance. • Contribute to ongoing projects, including project and advisory work, stakeholder consultations, organizing and facilitating events and trainings, maintaining contact with collaborators, and helping to develop materials for publications. • Support CCSI’s technical advisory work with select governments, companies, and civil society organizations. Show less

  • Finance in Motion
    • Germany
    • Financial Services
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Associate, Technical Assistance Management
      • Apr 2021 - Sep 2023

      • Support management of the Technical Assistance Facility for the first Latin American Green Bond (LAGreen) Fund, aiming to finance climate- and resource-friendly investments and to mobilize local and international private capital towards the issuance of more Green, Social and Sustainable bonds in Latin America. • Screen, draft proposals, negotiate and execute technical assistance projects to support the development of the Green, Social, Sustainable, and Sustainability-Linked Bonds (GSSS) market in ten target countries across the region, including the development of state of green finance reports, market mappings, technical guidelines to issue a bond, and strategic events. • Support new and innovative GSSS+ issuances in the region through the development of ESG Scans, GSSS Bond Frameworks, Second-Party Opinions, Certifications, Structuring and Allocation of the Bonds, and Annual Reports, among others. • Lead the development of financial models, market research and needs analyses to optimize investment transactions through the LAGreen Fund. Show less

  • Ministerio de Ambiente y Desarrollo Sostenible
    • Bogota,D.C., Capital District, Colombia
    • Adviser to the Vice Minister of the Environment
      • Oct 2020 - Apr 2021

      • Analyze and advise the Deputy Minister in the development of strategic priorities and agendas related to sustainable development and growth. • Research, develop, draft, and support the creation of national strategies and policies that foster sustainable development in Colombia, especially targeting the establishment of a regulated national carbon market. • Support the Deputy Minister in the quantitative analysis of models and methodologies related to sustainable development, carbon markets, international agreements, renewable energies, and biodivercities, among others. • Support the development of visualization tools, modeling, and use of data to strengthen institutional processes. Show less

  • Ministerio de Vivienda, Ciudad y Territorio
    • Colombia
    • Government Administration
    • 300 - 400 Employee
    • Adviser to the Urban Director
      • Aug 2019 - Dec 2020

      • Research, develop, draft, and support the creation of the Colombian national urban policy. • Support the Urban Director in the quantitative analysis of models and methodologies related to urban policy. • Support the development of visualization tools, modeling, and use of data to strengthen institutional processes. • Craft, develop and monitor strategies and actions to guide urban management and development at the national level. • Research, develop, draft, and support the creation of the Colombian national urban policy. • Support the Urban Director in the quantitative analysis of models and methodologies related to urban policy. • Support the development of visualization tools, modeling, and use of data to strengthen institutional processes. • Craft, develop and monitor strategies and actions to guide urban management and development at the national level.

  • New York City Council
    • United States
    • Government Administration
    • 500 - 600 Employee
    • Financial Analyst
      • Feb 2019 - Jul 2019

      • Analyze fiscal impact statements and preliminary fiscal estimates on legislation. • Regularly review current research, and monitor the status of agencies' capital assets. • Track the agency's capital commitments and capital commitment rate, as well as capital projects and City Council priorities. • Draft preliminary and executive budget reports, as well as memorandums on the agencies' adopted capital commitment Plan. • Report out capital information to the Committee Chairs/BNT/Council Members. Show less

  • FPWA
    • United States
    • Public Policy Offices
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Policy Fellow
      • Dec 2017 - Feb 2019

      • Conduct legislative and qualitative research to develop policy recommendations that advocate for economic equity and development in the greater New York area. • Develop quantitative research in areas such as workforce development initiatives, housing, and fiscal policy in New York City. • Assist in the design and maintenance of tax and budget data visualizations and interactive tools. • Work closely with City Council members, member agencies, coalitions, allies, and strategic collaborations to influence policy, legislation, and budget outcomes to address the needs of struggling New Yorkers. • Advocate at both the city and state levels for the expansion of training opportunities for youth and adults facing greater barriers to employment by implementing economic development programs. Show less

  • The Middle Ground Journal
    • Senior Editor
      • May 2017 - Jan 2019

      • Submited social, cultural and economic analyses and articles to the Middle Ground Journal on a regular basis.• Supported the editorial staff with recruitment and networking through the implementation of cultural and scholarly events. • Actively wrote, reviewed and proofread article submissions to the journal.• Collaborate with the editor-in-chief to research and plan new articles, and educational forums onculturally relevant issues

    • Assitant Editor
      • Oct 2013 - May 2017

      • Supported the editorial staff with recruitment and networking.• Reviewed and proofread article submissions on a monthly basis.• Developed and led forums that were both educationally and culturally relevant.

  • American Enterprise Institute
    • United States
    • Think Tanks
    • 400 - 500 Employee
    • Values and Capitalism Summer Honors Program Participant
      • Jun 2017 - Jun 2017

      • Discussed and analyzed the dynamics of international development and economic growth with fellow participants, scholars, and policy practitioners. • Discussed and analyzed the dynamics of international development and economic growth with fellow participants, scholars, and policy practitioners.

  • National Bank of Commerce (WI/MN)
    • United States
    • Banking
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Economic Analyst
      • Sep 2014 - May 2017

      • Conducted, quantified and analyzed the Northland Business Confidence Survey in the region of Minnesota and Wisconsin. • Distributed simplified data and policy recommendations to local businesses and policy makers. • Presented results at regular regional economic indicators forums, twice a year. • Conducted, quantified and analyzed the Northland Business Confidence Survey in the region of Minnesota and Wisconsin. • Distributed simplified data and policy recommendations to local businesses and policy makers. • Presented results at regular regional economic indicators forums, twice a year.

  • The College of St. Scholastica
    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Resident Advisor
      • Aug 2015 - Apr 2017

      •Counseled, supported and guided students of various nationalities on a daily basis.•Successfully communicated and created a supportive relationship with 43 first years students.•Developed and presented proactive, retention focused educational and community building programs.•Served as a mentor and advisor for 43 first year students.

    • Storm's Advocate
      • Jun 2014 - May 2016

      • Worked diligently throughout the year to increase awareness of the dimensions of wellness.• Enabled the St. Scholastica community to live out a balanced lifestyle by providing students with various opportunities to relax, have fun, learn about wellness and enjoy campus life.

    • Technical Assistant
      • Sep 2014 - Dec 2014

      • Assisted students and faculty with technical problems using lab computers and accessing online services. • Built client and peer relationships by promoting excellent customer service.

    • All Saints Annual Fund Caller
      • Sep 2013 - May 2014

      • Contacted thousands of Scholastica’s graduates, parents and friends each year.• Built positive relationships with alumni and college supporters to raise funds for students and programs.• Worked with other callers in a team oriented environment to further the development of the student calling program.

  • Neighborhood Development Center
    • United States
    • Non-profit Organizations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Summer Intern
      • Jun 2016 - Aug 2016

      • Conducted qualitative research by interviewing 45 struggling immigrants at the Midtown Global Market. • Developed, analyzed, and crafted policy recommendations for the Midtown Global Market and its incubator initiative. • Supported staff with scheduling, communication distribution, and event planning initiatives. • Conducted qualitative research by interviewing 45 struggling immigrants at the Midtown Global Market. • Developed, analyzed, and crafted policy recommendations for the Midtown Global Market and its incubator initiative. • Supported staff with scheduling, communication distribution, and event planning initiatives.

  • New Sector Alliance
    • Non-profit Organization Management
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Summer Fellow
      • Jun 2016 - Aug 2016

      •Received personal professional training and workforce development through the active participation at the Neighborhood Development Center. •Conducted social and economic development program at hosting organization, with an special focus on immigrant rights. •Received personal professional training and workforce development through the active participation at the Neighborhood Development Center. •Conducted social and economic development program at hosting organization, with an special focus on immigrant rights.

  • The Wilson Center
    • United States
    • Think Tanks
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Research Assistant
      • Jan 2015 - May 2015

      • Assisted quantitative analysis focused on the economic development of the middle class in East Asia and Latin America. • Conducted primary qualitative research at Library of Congress, National Archives, National Security Archives. • Attended active discussions, debates and conferences focused on policy development for Latin America and the Caribbean. • Assisted quantitative analysis focused on the economic development of the middle class in East Asia and Latin America. • Conducted primary qualitative research at Library of Congress, National Archives, National Security Archives. • Attended active discussions, debates and conferences focused on policy development for Latin America and the Caribbean.

  • Minnesota DFL Party
    • Political Organizations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Summer Intern
      • May 2014 - Jun 2014

      • Facilitated processes related to a political campaign. • Worked along with teammates to promote and enhance politic ideas. • Assisted state wide events. • Facilitated processes related to a political campaign. • Worked along with teammates to promote and enhance politic ideas. • Assisted state wide events.

Education

  • MIT Professional Education
    Sustainability: Strategies and Opportunities for Industry
    2023 - 2023
  • Harvard Business School
    Certificate in Sustainable Investing
    2022 - 2022
  • New York University
    Master of Science - MS, Public Policy
    2017 - 2018
  • American University
    International Law and Organizations
    2015 - 2015
  • The College of St. Scholastica
    Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics
    2013 - 2017
  • The College of St. Scholastica
    Bachelor's Degree, International/Global Studies
    2013 - 2017
  • Colegio Santa Francisca Romana
    Bachiller Académico
    1999 - 2013

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