Virginia Polonio Povedano
Founder and Director @V E K A M A R
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WORK HISTORY
Founder and Director @V E K A M A R
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Vekamar Consulting | Protecting Oceans, Sustaining Fisheries, Preserving Marine LifeAt Vekamar Consulting, we are dedicated to steering the fishing industry toward greater sustainability and responsible management. Working across industrial and small-scale fisheries, but also industrial fisheries, we provide expert consultancy services and support fishery quality certifications to ensure compliance with international sustainability standards.Our Services: Setting the Course for Sustainable Fisheries Sustainable Fisheries Management – Guiding fishing companies toward responsible practices, regulatory compliance, and ecosystem-friendly strategies to protect marine resources. Fishery Quality Certifications – Assisting businesses in earning globally recognized certifications like MSC (Marine Stewardship Council), ensuring sustainable and ethical fishing operations. Tailored Sustainability Programs – Designing and implementing initiatives focused on fish stock monitoring, bycatch reduction, and responsible harvesting to safeguard ocean ecosystems. NGO & Conservation Partnerships – Collaborating with NGOs to develop and implement marine conservation projects, sustainable fisheries initiatives, and ecosystem protection strategies. Training & Capacity Building – Providing workshops and training programs for fishing communities, industry professionals, and regulators on sustainable practices, fisheries management, and compliance with international standards.
EDUCATION
Universidad Autónoma de Madrid
Seneca grant, Enviromental Science
National Museum of Natural History
Fellowship, Taxonomic
University of Oxford
Fellowship, Taxonomic and ecology works
Universidad de Cádiz
Enviromental Science, Environmental Science
Universidad Federal de Bahía, UFBA
Fellowship, Marine Ecology
SKILLS
ABOUT VIRGINIA POLONIO POVEDANO
Founder | Vekamar SFC Passionate about Marine Conservation, Blue Economy & Fisheries ManagementWith extensive experience in marine fisheries assessment and sustainable fisheries management, I founded Vekamar Consulting to provide expert guidance on responsible fishing practices, ecosystem-based fisheries management, and sustainable seafood supply chains.My expertise spans across- Fisheries Science & Management – Stock assessment, ecosystem impact analysis, and fisheries statistics- Sustainability & Certification – MSC, IFFO, RFM standards, FAD-free projects, CoC & traceability schemes- Marine Ecology & Conservation – Deep-sea coral reefs, benthic ecology, MPAs, and VMEs- Project Implementation & Data Analysis – Proficient in R, SPSS, GIS, and MS Office for fisheries data managementCommitted to driving sustainable ocean solutions, I collaborate with industry stakeholders, policymakers, and NGOs to promote a thriving blue economy. Let’s connect to advance sustainable fisheries and marine conservation initiatives!
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