Melissa Alvarez Barquero

Melissa Alvarez Barquero is an experienced communication professional with a strong background in public relations and media management. Currently serving as Gerente de comunicación at Fundacion MarViva since March 2021, Melissa has held various roles in communication, including Gerente de grupo en Agencia Interamericana de Comunicación, and Asesora experta in Comunicación y Visibilidad with GIZ. Melissa's earlier experiences include roles in the Asamblea Legislativa and Unión Europea: PROEDUCA, where responsibilities involved creating press releases, managing media relations, and leading communication initiatives. Melissa holds a Master's degree in Comunicación Digital from Universidad de Cantabria and Bachelor's degrees in Journalism from Universidad Latina de Costa Rica, emphasizing audiovisual production.