Jose Nicanor Gonzales Quijano

Jose Nicanor Gonzales Quijano has a distinguished academic and professional background, serving as a Professor at Universidad del Pacifico since 1985, specializing in Industrial Organization, Business Strategy, Business Economics, and Public Policy. With experience as Rector of Universidad Privada del Norte from May 2021 to December 2023, Jose Nicanor focused on overseeing academic affairs and strategic initiatives. As Managing Partner at Venture Hive Latam from February 2016 to February 2022, contributions were made toward fostering entrepreneurship through innovative educational models. Additionally, Jose Nicanor held the role of Professor at the USIL Graduate School and served as Chairman and Managing Director at Andino Regional Capital SAC, where leadership centered on facilitating access to private capital for local governments. Jose Nicanor's educational credentials include an MPA from Harvard University, a PrD from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and a BS from the U.S. Naval Academy.