Wendy Leon Arias

Business Governance and Risk Analyst

Experian

Jan 2026 - Current (6 months)

Project Manager

Universidad de Costa Rica UCR

Feb 2024 - Current (2 years 5 months)

• Coordinated documentation, scheduling, and logistics for multiple institutional projects, ensuring efficiency and compliance. • Manage internal communications, meeting logistics, and event organization, including travel arrangements and on-site support. • Prepare and review reports, presentations, and correspondence for academic and administrative purposes. • Monitor project budgets and maintain organized filing and tracking systems. • Provide executive-level assistance to project leaders, ensuring efficient workflow and task follow-up.

Executive Assistant

Universidad de Costa Rica UCR

Aug 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 5 months)

Coordinated and facilitated workshops for northern Costa Rican communities, focusing on leadership development, conflict resolution, and administrative support. Managed event logistics, ensuring smooth operations, and prepared essential materials for the 2024 municipal elections. Provided both administrative and research support, contributing to the efficient execution of the project and ensuring successful outcomes through effective teamwork and stakeholder engagement.

Professor

Universidad de Costa Rica

Mar 2021 - Jan 2026 (4 years 11 months)

Developed expertise in curriculum design, public speaking, and communication while honing skills in time management, stakeholder engagement, and adapting complex content for practical application. Led courses including Power from the Political Science Perspective, Introduction to Research Design, Public Policies, and State and Territoriality in Costa Rica and Central America. Fostered critical thinking and collaborative learning environments by designing engaging content that encouraged active participation and real-world application.

Associate Researcher

Universidad de Costa Rica

Jan 2021 - Feb 2024 (3 years 2 months)

Strengthened project management, data analysis, and academic writing skills through leading multiple research projects. Oversaw the creation of comprehensive databases, legislative analysis, and literature reviews, ensuring precise documentation and streamlined workflows. Enhanced expertise in qualitative and quantitative data analysis using repositories such as ECLAC, WB, and IDB. Contributed to writing published articles, showcasing strong communication, collaboration, and attention to detail. Gained hands-on experience in survey design, experimental research, and cross-national comparisons, effectively collaborating with international research partners to achieve successful project outcomes.

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Project Management Consultant

Asamblea de Trabajadores y Trabajadoras del Banco Popular

Oct 2020 - Dec 2020 (3 months)

Enhanced organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills through collaboration in the Multisectoral Forum for National Dialogue. Systematized and analyzed data from over 150 organizations, ensuring accuracy and clarity in reporting. Provided responsive support by addressing inquiries on methodology and participation. Contributed to the preparation of detailed reports, demonstrating strong analytical skills and attention to detail in presenting socio-political proposals.

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Co-Founder

New Frontiers Guide NFG Adventures

Jan 2018 - Current (8 years 6 months)

Cofounded a travel agency specializing in personalized travel experiences, offering comprehensive services including trip planning, booking, and guided tours for both domestic and international destinations. Designed the agency's brand identity, managed vendor relationships, organized group trips, and ensured exceptional customer service through meticulous attention to detail, consistently exceeding client expectations.

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Consultant

Dirección Nacional de Desarrollo de la Comunidad DINADECO

Jan 2017 - Dec 2017 (1 year)

Collaborated with the director to evaluate the institutional strategy for Open Government: Assessment and recommendations for the implementation of Executive Decree No. 38994 on promoting Open Government within the Public Administration at the National Directorate for Community Development. Established a performance evaluation framework to assess the institution’s compliance with the decree and identified concrete actions taken. Conducted an evaluation of the institution’s website prior to its launch to ensure compliance with the decree and its functionality for citizens.

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Consultant

Keyword CA

Jan 2015 - Dec 2015 (1 year)

During my internship, I worked in the Strategic Information Department, where I created a report called "Key Perfil," a detailed analysis of a specific actor involving the review and systematization of multiple sources of information. Additionally, I collaborated in the preparation of the "Key Entorno" report, which provides a more in-depth analysis of the political, economic, social, and commercial environment, as well as investment perspectives based on the client’s interests.

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