Santiago Velasquez

Santiago Velasquez is an experienced professional with a diverse background in academic and consultancy roles. Currently serving as Associate Program Manager (MBA) and Lecturer at RMIT University Vietnam since October 2021, Santiago also works as a Forestry Consultant for Timber & Waters SpA, focusing on due diligence and market intelligence. Previously, Santiago held positions such as General Manager at Simosol Vietnam, where responsibilities included directing the Vietnam office and engaging regional stakeholders, and Regional Manager for Latin America at Simosol Oy, with a focus on market analysis and stakeholder relationships. Santiago has a strong academic foundation, having served as a university lecturer in cost accounting and held research and project management roles at Tampere University of Technology, with a Ph.D. in Accounting and Business/Management. Santiago's early career includes market research analysis and auditing, contributing to a comprehensive skill set in finance and management.