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Awards
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Lina María  Vaca Granados

Lina María Vaca Granados

Munich

Summary

A results-driven professional with dual Master’s degrees in Sustainable Management and Bioeconomics. Experienced in strategic business analysis, data-driven decision-making, and leading sustainability projects with international collaborators. Proficient in digital transformation, advanced analytics, and developing business models that drive growth while incorporating ESG principles. Adept at managing cross-functional teams, improving operational efficiency, and delivering impactful solutions. Eager to contribute expertise in sustainable business strategies and innovation to a dynamic consulting role at Accenture.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
4
4
Languages

Work History

Research Student

Technische Universität München
Munich
07.2023 - 10.2024
  • Student research assistant for the Environmental and Development Economics Department
  • Leading Sustainable Project in collaboration with the University of the Andes in Colombia to investigate the impact on the firms of the dissemination of information on sustainable practices in flower crops
  • Elaboration of literature reviews, PR, and data analysis

Associate - Business Analyst

Terpel Organization
02.2021 - 07.2022
  • Vice Presidency Oil and Gas
  • Led strategic analysis to optimize sales projections and client engagement strategies, leveraging data-driven insights that resulted in a 60% improvement in customer service and sales efficiency. Demonstrated problem-solving capabilities by collaborating with cross-functional teams to refine reporting structures and market positioning.
  • Vice Presidency Oil and Gas
  • Actively contributed to the ongoing success of team members by sharing knowledge, insights, and best practices during regular meetings and collaborative working sessions.

Business Planning and Support Analyst

ExxonMobil-Terpel Organization
Bogota D.C
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Vice Presidency Lubricants
  • Specialized in generating and valuing profitability reports and business margins according to market price positioning and monthly sales volume
  • Developed and valued profitability reports using advanced data analytics to assess business margins and market price positioning. Led the implementation of a national price mapping model, increasing the efficiency of margin analysis by 30%. Focused on maximizing profitability through market-driven insights and financial modeling.
  • Analysis and projection of the lubricants market for the allocation of incentives in the agents' channel for B2B and B2C channels in Colombia, improving 15% profitability within the first month of the agreement
  • Vice Presidency Lubricants
  • Increased efficiency of problem-solving by implementing automated diagnostics tools for common issues.

Business Planning Intern

ExxonMobil-Terpel Organization
Bogota D.C
08.2019 - 12.2019
  • Vice Presidency Lubricants
  • Supported the development of pricing strategies for lubricants in Colombia, optimizing pricing models and leveraging market analysis to support business decisions. Contributed to the creation of an internal Oil Dashboard to streamline expenditure and improve budget monitoring.
  • Optimisation and standardisation on the internal expenditure budget using data analytics, through the development of the 'Oil dashboard' for the assessment and monitoring of the lubricants market
  • Vice Presidency Lubricants

Education

Master of Science - Management And Technology - Major Sustainable Mang

Technische Universität München
Munich, Germany
05.2023 - Current

Master of Science - Bioeconomics - Major in Development Economics

Technische Universität München
Munich, Germany
05.2022 - Current

Financial Modeling - Valuation

Investment Banking Academy
Bogotá, Colombia
04.2001 - 2020.09

Bachelor of Science - Economics

University of Rosario
Bogotá, Colombia
05.2014 - 2019.11

Skills

Problem-solving

Pricing strategy

Innovation strategy

Business analysis

Financial modeling

Strategic financial planning

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Software

Bloomberg

Latex

SQL

Power Query

Power BI

Python

Stata

R

Volunteering and cultural exchanges

  • CISV International Organisation, Specialized in the training and selection of participants in the 'leaders' position, 06/01/19, 01/31/23, Implemented a 4-week program for international youth. Leadership & Cross-Cultural Collaboration: Developed and implemented international youth programs focused on sustainable development and cultural exchange. Led teams, managed stakeholder relationships, and facilitated a 4-week educational program with a focus on sustainability and global cooperation.
  • EuroCentres Language Exchange, Participant, 01/01/14, 06/30/14, IELTS Certification 2014 - renewed on 2021 Test with results 7.0.

Awards

  • ClimateBase Fellow, ClimateBase Organization, 08/01/23, Elected as a fellow of the program accelerator to deepen in climate fundamentals, energy and transportation, engineered carbon removal, nature-based solutions, food and agriculture, circular economy, buildings, cities and adaptation themes.
  • General Secretary TUMCS Entrepreneurs, Technische Universität München, 10/01/22. Led and organized a student group focused on sustainable startups. Fostered innovation, ensured cross-functional collaboration, and contributed to the development of initiatives that support the global sustainability agenda.
  • Protalento Scholar, Protalento Company, 02/01/21, Elected as a scholar of the ProTalento project for the data analytics intense training program.

Relevant courses and seminars

  • McKinsey&Co. Forward Program, 10/01/24, 12/31/24, Completed an interactive and globally recognised learning program designed to build leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Bloomberg Certification, Bloomberg Institute, 07/01/24, Present, Acquired comprehensive knowledge of ESG criteria and their impact on financial performance and investment strategies.
  • Seminar Sustainable Entrepreneurship (CDTM), Technische Universität München, 08/01/23, 09/30/23, Block innovation seminar designed to equip participants with the knowledge, tools, and skills to develop sustainable and impactful innovation business and policy models.
  • Corporate Finance and Financial Software, University of Rosario, 01/01/19, 06/30/19, Developed software for synthesising data captured on national test results (ICFES) for higher education from 2011-2018.
  • Research Seminar in Applied Economics, University of Rosario, 08/01/18, 11/30/18, Conducted and developed the model to study the decline in social capital as a result of migration to major cities, specifically in Bogota.

Accomplishments

    ClimateBase Fellow August 2023 ClimateBase Organization

    • Elected as a fellow of the program accelerator, gaining expertise in climate fundamentals, energy and transportation, engineered carbon removal, nature-based solutions, food and agriculture, circular economy, buildings, cities and adaptation themes, while developing leadership and innovation skills.

    General Secretary TUMCS Entrepreneurs October 2022 Technische Universit ̈at Mu ̈nchen Mu ̈nchen – Germany

  • Effectively led and organized the TUMCS Entrepreneurs student organization as Management Committee Director, fostering a supportive environment for sustainable startups. Provided incentives, facilitated discussions, and ensured comprehensive minute-taking during meetings.
  • Uphold legal requirements of governing procedures.
  • Protalento Scholar February 2021 Protalento Company Bogot ́a D.C – Colombia

    • Elected as a scholar of the ProTalento project for the data analytics intense training program as an education and employability accelerator for young people in Latin America.

Certification

McKinsey&Co. Forward Program

Interests

Adventure Travel and Backpacking

Volunteering

Hiking, Yoga, Swimming

Learning Languages

Meditation

Digital Content Creation

Timeline

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Bloomberg Certification

01-2025

McKinsey&Co. Forward Program

12-2024

Research Student

Technische Universität München
07.2023 - 10.2024

Master of Science - Management And Technology - Major Sustainable Mang

Technische Universität München
05.2023 - Current

Master of Science - Bioeconomics - Major in Development Economics

Technische Universität München
05.2022 - Current

Associate - Business Analyst

Terpel Organization
02.2021 - 07.2022

Business Planning and Support Analyst

ExxonMobil-Terpel Organization
01.2020 - 01.2021

Business Planning Intern

ExxonMobil-Terpel Organization
08.2019 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Science - Economics

University of Rosario
05.2014 - 2019.11

Financial Modeling - Valuation

Investment Banking Academy
04.2001 - 2020.09
Lina María Vaca Granados