Rocío Ortiz

Rocío O. is an experienced professional in sustainable development and responsible sourcing, currently serving as a Responsible Sourcing Manager at Typhoo Tea Ltd since December 2021. Prior roles include Event Coordinator at the Ethical Tea Partnership and Delegate for the Spanish Red Cross, where Rocío O. managed significant projects focused on gender equality and sustainable livelihoods in The Gambia. With a strong background in project management, monitoring and evaluation, and grant proposal writing in various international contexts, Rocío O. has demonstrated expertise in empowering vulnerable communities through economic development initiatives. Academic qualifications include a Master's degree in Globalisation, Business, and Development from the Institute of Development Studies and a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Universidad Carlos III de Madrid and the University of Glasgow.