Cuello Gorrell, Zoraima

Cuello Gorrell, Zoraima

An expert with more than 25 years of experience in organizational innovation, leadership and education strategist

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Learn to revolutionize organizational transformation from a leader who has spearheaded national digital initiatives and educational innovation across Latin America

General Information

Name: Zoraima Cuello Gorrell
Current Position: Executive Advisor & Founder at AIITEC
Location: Dominican Republic
Email: zoraima.cuello@luxorconsult.com
Personal Website: www.zoraimacuello.com
LinkedIn Profile: linkedin.com/in/zoraima-cuello/

True digital transformation begins with people first – cultivating innovative leadership, establishing strategic governance frameworks, and empowering talent to drive sustainable change in our increasingly technological world.

Specialties

Digital Transformation
Educational Innovation
Change Management
Public Sector Modernization
AI Implementation
Leadership Development
Technology Governance
Gender Equity
Strategic Planning
Educational Technology
Digital Literacy
Project Management
Digital Inclusion
E-Government
Organizational Innovation

Key Achievements

  • Led the national Digital Republic program with a $68+ million budget, achieving 30% increase in digital literacy and 50% reduction in public service processing times.
  • Spearheaded the first national 911 Emergency System implementation, managing 365 employees and reducing emergency response times by 40%.
  • Implemented digital education innovation at university level, facilitating 35,000 online lessons and enabling over 22,000 hours of learning.
  • Pioneered educational technology integration through the successful implementation of Coursera, achieving more than 4,500 student enrollments.
  • Awarded Honorary Doctorate from the International Academy of Political-Administrative Sciences and Future Studies (IAPAS) in Mexico.
  • Founded AIITEC (International Academy of Innovation and Technology) to advance education through artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.
  • Appointed as an advisor to the Harvard Business Review, contributing expertise in management and leadership.

Notable Professional Experience

  • AIITEC - International Academy of Innovation and Technology (2024 - Present)
    • Founder and Director
    • Leading innovative educational programs focused on AI implementation and digital competencies
    • Developing cutting-edge training for organizations with high satisfaction rates
  • Harvard Business Review (2024 - Present)
    • Advisory Council Member
    • Contributing expertise to research and content development in management and leadership
  • Organización de Estados Iberoamericanos (2024 - Present)
    • Gender Policy Advisor
    • Developing inclusion policies and leadership empowerment strategies
  • UNICARIBE (2021 - 2023)
    • Executive Vice Chancellor
    • Led digital transformation initiatives including Coursera implementation
    • Coordinated university evaluation for QS Rankings
    • Developed new academic programs and strategic partnerships
  • Ministerio de la Presidencia (2012 - 2020)
    • Deputy Minister of the Presidency
    • Led the Digital Republic national transformation program
    • Oversaw the National 911 Emergency System implementation
    • Coordinated the Gender Parity Initiative
    • Managed Public Management Monitoring systems
  • Consejo Nacional de Competitividad (2020)
    • Executive Director
    • Developed Competitiveness 2.0 strategy and national indices
  • Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo y Ministerio de Economía (2005 - 2010)
    • Public Administration Reform Program Manager
    • Implemented the Public Servants Administration System (SASP)
    • Contributed to National Development Strategy 2012-2030

Academic Background and Certifications

  • Academic Education:
    • EdD in Education with specialization in Organizational Leadership - Nova Southeastern University, USA (2014)
    • Postdoctorate in Knowledge Management and Public Policy - IAPAS, Mexico (2023)
    • Master's in Digital Business - University of Barcelona, Spain (2017)
    • Specialty in Senior Management - Universidad de la Tercera Edad (2002)
    • Postgraduate in Operations Management - Barna Management School (2002)
  • Professional Certifications:
    • International Certification in Digital Strategy and Communication Technologies: Chat GPT, XR, and AI - Florida International University & Panamerican Business School (2023)
    • International Certification in Mentoring - Red de Mentores de España (2019)
    • Global Leadership Program - Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University (2016)
    • Excellence with a Global Flair - International Training Center (2002)

Teaching Experience

  • AIITEC - International Academy of Innovation and Technology (2024 - Present)
    • Director and Lead Instructor
    • "Her innovative approach to integrating AI in education has transformed how we prepare leaders for digital transformation."
  • Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (2021 - Present)
    • Professor of Organizational Culture in the Public Management Master's Program
    • "Professor Cuello brings a unique blend of theoretical knowledge and practical government experience to her teaching."
  • Barna Management School (2021 - Present)
    • Faculty Member
    • "Her insights on public leadership have deeply influenced our understanding of effective governance."
  • Instituto Superior para la Defensa (INSUDE) (2021 - Present)
    • Thesis Advisor
    • "Her methodological guidance has strengthened our research program significantly."
  • Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE) (2015 - 2018)
    • Human Resources Master's Program Professor
    • "Students consistently praise her ability to connect theory with real-world applications."

Research and Publications

Books

  • "The 7 Risks of Social Networks: Being Citizens in a Technological World" - UNICARIBE Editions (2023)
  • Co-author: "Educommunication as a Social Project in a World of Screens" - Grupo Comunicar ediciones-Alfamed (2019)
  • Co-author: "Municipal Development as a Strategic Factor in Mexico's Positioning" - IAPAS (2015)
  • "The Leader Up Close: Danilo Medina Sánchez, Competency Study" (2016)

Research

  • "Economic Gender Gap: Analysis of the Problem" - Democratic Culture Circle (2022)
  • "Access to Education for People with Disabilities in the Dominican Republic" - Democratic Culture Circle (2022)
  • "Road Accidents in the Dominican Republic" - Democratic Culture Circle (2022)
  • "Development of Public Manager Competencies: Proposals for Dominican Reality" - ResearchGate (2022)

Articles

  • "Streamlining Public Spending: Key to Citizen Welfare" - Acento (2024)
  • "Domestic and Gender Violence: Obstacle to Development" - Acento (2023)
  • "Female Formal Employment: A Pending Challenge" - Acento (2023)
  • "Digital Economy: Enabler of Development" - Gaceta Judicial (2019)
  • "Media and Digital Competence: From Access to Empowerment" - Grupo Comunicar and Red Alfamed (2019)

Conferences and Events

  • Speaker: International Congress "Governance and Contemporary Challenges" - Mexico (2024)
  • Participant: World EduData Forum, Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) - Washington DC (2024)
  • Speaker: "Artificial Intelligence as Innovation Strategy for Electoral Processes" - Dominican Republic (2023)
  • Panelist: Visionary Security Panel - ALAS Security Congress (2023)
  • Moderator: "Panorama of Female Leadership in Dominican Republic" - Barna Management School (2023)
  • Speaker: "Society and Digital Identity" - Rey Juan Carlos University, Spain (2023)
  • Coordinator: Forum of Women Leaders of the Americas (2023)
  • Vice President: XXIX International AEDEM Congress (2022)
  • Speaker: Latin American Congress of Technology and Innovation (CLAB) - Dominican Republic (2022)

Recognitions and Awards

  • Honorary Doctorate - International Academy of Political-Administrative Sciences (IAPAS), Mexico (2023)
  • "Defender of Women's Rights in the Americas 50/50" - Leadership Center for Women in the Americas (2023)
  • Honor Distinction - Organization of American States (OEA) (2020)
  • International Recognition - Inter-American Network of Digital Government (2017)
  • Certificate of Recognition - Rhode Island Senate, United States (2009)
  • Chairman's Leadership Awards "Bronze Award Winner" - GTE (1999)

Organizations and Memberships

  • President - IAPAS Dominican Republic Chapter (2023-present)
  • Advisory Council Member - Leadership and Innovation Center for Women of the Americas (2023-present)
  • President - Democratic Culture Circle Think Tank (2021-present)
  • President - Growing Together Women's Book Club (2018-present)
  • Member - Dominican Association of Human Resources (2004-present)

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