Pablo Restrepo-Sáenz

Pablo Restrepo-Sáenz has extensive work experience in negotiation, strategy, and innovation. In 1993, they became a Professor at Universidad de los Andes, and in 2001, they joined McGill University as a Professor. In 1996, they also worked as an Instructor at Teachers College, Columbia University.

In 1989, Pablo served as the Chief of Staff to the CEO at Producciones RTI, where they lobbied and negotiated government policies related to privatizing television and establishing mobile telephony in Colombia.

In 1999, they founded Tandem Insourcing, a consulting boutique specializing in negotiation, strategy, and innovation. Pablo advised the Colombian government on negotiations with the United States for the Free Trade Agreement and on environmental issues and infrastructure projects. Pablo also provided consulting services to major Colombian and international corporations.

Pablo is the CEO and Co-Founder of Negotiation by Design since 2015. The company's purpose is to enable individuals and organizations to unlock their full negotiation potential and maximize value capture. Pablo has also founded Aluna Catalyst, a boutique-consulting firm that creates value and drives positive change through strategy, innovation, negotiation, and sustainability.

Additionally, they served as a Member of the Advisory Board for the Kellogg Innovation Network at Northwestern University from 2009 to 2017, where they fostered cross-sector collaboration for sustainable development. Overall, Pablo Restrepo-Sáenz's work experience highlights their expertise in negotiation, strategy, innovation, and academia.

Pablo Restrepo-Sáenz has an extensive education history. Pablo obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from Columbia Engineering in 1984. Prior to that, from 1979 to 1984, they pursued a B.A. in Literature at DePauw University. In 1988, they went on to complete an MBA in Management at Universidad de Los Andes.

Later on, they pursued further education and attended several programs at Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management. In 2007, they completed an EMBA in Management. In 2012, they took part in programs such as "Creating and Leading a Culture of Innovation" and "Driving Organic Top-Line Growth." In 2011, they also completed a program called "Governing Family Enterprises" that focused on negotiation techniques.

In addition to their formal degrees, Pablo Restrepo-Sáenz obtained certifications in various areas. In 2018, they completed the "Strategyzer Bootcamp" certification from Strategyzer. Pablo also received a certification in "Family Business" from Kellogg Executive Education, although the specific month and year are not mentioned.