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I'm an economist with international experience in financial and economic analysis, currently based in Amsterdam on the Orientation Year Visa. I specialize in econometric modeling, data analytics, and research coordination, with over three years of experience at the Inter-American Development Bank and the Central Bank of Chile. I enjoy turning data into actionable insights to support strategic decision-making and sustainable growth. I have led financial education programs and contributed to the design of macroprudential tools, combining rigorous analysis with hands-on program coordination.…I'm an economist with international experience in financial and economic analysis, currently based in Amsterdam on the Orientation Year Visa. I specialize in econometric modeling, data analytics, and research coordination, with over three years of experience at the Inter-American Development Bank and the Central Bank of Chile. I enjoy turning data into actionable insights to support strategic decision-making and sustainable growth. I have led financial education programs and contributed to the design of macroprudential tools, combining rigorous analysis with hands-on program coordination.

Valentina Vergara Merediz

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I'm an economist with international experience in financial and economic analysis, currently based in Amsterdam on the Orientation Year Visa. I specialize in econometric modeling, data analytics, and research coordination, with over three years of experience at the Inter-American Development Bank and the Central Bank of Chile. I enjoy turning data into actionable insights to support strategic decision-making and sustainable growth. I have led financial education programs and contributed to the design of macroprudential tools, combining rigorous analysis with hands-on program coordination.…I'm an economist with international experience in financial and economic analysis, currently based in Amsterdam on the Orientation Year Visa. I specialize in econometric modeling, data analytics, and research coordination, with over three years of experience at the Inter-American Development Bank and the Central Bank of Chile. I enjoy turning data into actionable insights to support strategic decision-making and sustainable growth. I have led financial education programs and contributed to the design of macroprudential tools, combining rigorous analysis with hands-on program coordination.

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I’m an economist with international experience in financial and economic analysis, currently based in Amsterdam on the Orientation Year Visa. I specialize in econometric modeling, data analytics, and research coordination, with over three years of experience at the Inter-American Development Bank and the Central Bank of Chile.

I enjoy turning data into actionable insights to support strategic decision-making and sustainable growth. I have led financial education programs and contributed to the design of macroprudential tools, combining rigorous analysis with hands-on program coordination.

Skills

Python

Data Visualization

SQL

Experience Level

Python

Expert

Data Visualization

Expert

SQL

Expert

Language

Spanish; Castilian

Fluent

English

Fluent

Dutch

Beginner

Work Experience

Research Assistant at Inter-American Development Bank

December 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025

Conducted data analysis and drafting support for the Development in the Americas 2026 report, contributing to quantitative sections on digital inclusion and growth.

Financial Economic Analyst at Central Bank of Chile

August 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025

Improved the accuracy of credit risk forecasts through Bayesian estimation methods; developed financial vulnerability indicators and conducted stress tests on corporate microdata to assess systemic risk; contributed to macroprudential tools, including the Countercyclical Capital Buffer (CCyB).

Research Assistant & Program Coordinator at University of Chile

January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023

Designed and led financial education programs for entrepreneurs; developed the econometric evaluation framework to measure program impact on participants’ financial literacy; supervised program tutors and monitored participant progress to ensure effective delivery and learning outcomes.