Aude L.j. Maradiaga Pujula

Aude L.J. Maradiaga Pujula, PhD, currently serves as the Regional Chief Economist for the EAME region at Caterpillar Inc., with a career trajectory at the company that includes roles as a Senior Economist and Data Analyst in parts pricing since March 2015. Prior to Caterpillar, Aude held the position of Market Communication & Research Representative at DuPont, focusing on crop protection across Turkey, the Middle East, and Africa. Aude's academic background includes a PhD in Agricultural Economics and Econometrics from Louisiana State University, complemented by a Master's in Agricultural Engineering from L'Institut Agro Montpellier. Notable research contributions include evaluating Ghana's export performance and analyzing feedstock resource use for ethanol production in the U.S. Aude has also engaged in various international projects, including development assistance monitoring for USAID and socio-economic analyses of agricultural systems in Ecuador, showcasing a strong foundation in econometric modeling and agricultural research.