Colombia

Laura María Rodriguez Uribe

Laura María is deeply committed to driving positive social and environmental change within the business landscape. Currently pursuing a master’s degree in sustainability and business at the University of Leeds in the United Kingdom, she also serves as an Impact Investing Fellow and volunteer for the spring cohort 2024 at the New England Impact Investing Initiative.

With over three years of experience, Laura María possesses a robust skill set in developing and executing programs and initiatives aimed at integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into organizational business models. Her dedication extends beyond the professional realm; she has been passionately involved,  since 2015, in different social, corporate (events), and governmental projects as a volunteer. Nowadays she has renewed her commitment to the Earth Charter values and principles, with a strong belief in the importance of global interdependence and shared responsibility to turn conscience into action.

As a sustainability professional, Laura María is committed to the vital role of education and awareness-building across diverse audiences; as a way to address sustainability challenges and promote a balanced perspective on social well-being, economic growth, and ecological transition.

Quote: “None of us see things as they are, we see them as we are.”