Paulo Afonso Lopes

Paulo Afonso Lopes is a seasoned academic and industry professional with extensive experience in engineering, statistics, and quality management. Currently serving as a Professor at the Military Institute of Engineering since January 1980, Paulo has also held the position of Head of Innovation Metrics R&D at TRIMARAN since June 2020. Additionally, Paulo is a member of several prestigious organizations including the Royal Statistical Society, Sigma Xi, and the Brazilian Academy of Quality. As the owner of Organizational Consultants since January 2005, Paulo specializes in quality-related consulting and has previously contributed as an adjunct professor at the Florida Institute of Technology. Paulo holds a Ph.D. in Operations Research from the Florida Institute of Technology and has earned multiple degrees in various engineering and statistical disciplines, reflecting a strong academic foundation combined with professional expertise.