César Contreras
Digital Infrastructure and Policy Expert
- Role
- Senior Consultant at Asian Development Bank (ADB)
- Location
- New York, NY, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About César Contreras
Digital transformation expert with 12+ years of experience driving innovation at the intersection of technology and policy. Proven track record of advising governments, international organizations, and private sector clients on complex technology initiatives across the Americas.Key achievements- Led large-scale feasibility studies and policy analyses for the Inter-American Development Bank, advising multiple Latin American governments on digital infrastructure projects- Spearheaded the design of Mexico\'s Observatory of Digital Technologies, recognized with the 2019 UN ITU Innovation Challenge Award- Pioneered economic models for nationwide broadband infrastructure deployment in Mexico, impacting 98%+ of the population- Negotiated key UN initiatives, including budget allocations for the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.Expertise in digital policy, data infrastructure/cloud services, cybersecurity, telecommunications, and international relations. Skilled in stakeholder management, strategy development, and project implementation. Fluent in English and Spanish, with a global perspective as an expat professional.Seeking opportunities to leverage my diverse background in technology policy and digital transformation to drive innovation and shape the future of tech policy. Currently based in the United States with full work authorization; no sponsorship required.
Experience
Senior Consultant
Apr 2025 — Present · Manila, PH
Education
Tecnológico de Monterrey
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
2001 — 2005
Columbia | SIPA
Master's degree, Public Administration
2011 — 2013
IÉSEG School of Management
Business Administration and Management, General
2005 — 2005
Tecnológico de Monterrey
Master's degree, Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
2007 — 2010
Skills
- Spanish
- Management
- Project Planning
- Team Leadership
- Qualitative Research
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Public Relations
- Research
- Negotiation
- Government
- Microsoft Office
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