TEDxUnivalle La Paz

Speakers

Speakers may not be confirmed. Check the event website for the latest lineup.

• Cecilia Jauregui

  Manager

  Cecilia María Jáuregui Gamarra is a Bolivian industrial engineer, entrepreneur, and environmental leader. She is the founder and General Manager of INNOVAPLAST, an ecological plastics company based in El Alto, La Paz, focused on recycling plastic waste and developing environmentally friendly products. Cecilia began her entrepreneurial journey at the age of 24, entering an industry traditionally dominated by men. Through perseverance, innovation, and a strong commitment to sustainability, she built INNOVAPLAST into a company recognized for promoting recycling, circular economy, and environmental responsibility. Her work goes beyond environmental protection. INNOVAPLAST has developed initiatives that support and empower women recyclers by providing training and promoting fairer recognition of their work within the recycling chain. The company has been described as a triple-impact business, combining economic activity with social and environmental impact.

• Hector Uriarte

  Television Presenter

  Héctor Uriarte Ibarra is a Bolivian journalist, communicator, and television presenter with extensive experience in media and entertainment. Throughout his career, he has worked in journalism, television, radio, and theater, developing a unique ability to connect with people through communication and storytelling. His journey is a reflection of creativity, perseverance, and the power of human connection.

• Juan Gonzales Ruiz Paz Corrales

  Influencer

  Juan Gonzalo Ruiz Paz Corrales, conocido por todos como Juandy, es un creador de contenido, actor, comediante y comunicador social boliviano. Desde sus primeros pasos en televisión hasta convertirse en una de las figuras digitales más reconocidas de Bolivia, Juandy ha construido su trayectoria a través de la creatividad, el humor y una profunda conexión con su audiencia. Su historia demuestra que cuando una puerta se cierra, también puede abrirse la oportunidad de crear un camino propio. A través de las redes sociales transformó su creatividad en una profesión y convirtió las experiencias cotidianas en historias capaces de conectar con miles de personas.

• Paola Lucero

  Professor

  Paola Isabel Lucero Soliz, MSc. is a Bolivian business professional, manager, and mentor with experience in administration, leadership, and professional development. She currently works as an Administrative Manager at Nuba and is also a mentor at Conecta Mentora, where she supports the development of young professionals and future leaders. Throughout her career, Paola has combined professional experience, management, education, and mentorship, with a strong commitment to helping people discover their potential and build better futures.