I am an Strategic Higher Education Leader with over 15 years of experience in academic operations, curriculum design, and instructional excellence. An MBA-qualified educator with a background in Industrial Design, I specialize in bridging the gap between rigorous academic standards and cutting-edge technology. With advanced certifications in Google AI Essentials and Gamified Learning with GenAI, I am uniquely positioned to refine next-generation AI models by applying learning science, pedagogical rigor, and scholarly research. Proven track record of end-to-end program ownership, scaling 300+ courses annually. I apply Design Thinking and Instructional Design Foundations to create syllabi, lectures, and assessments that ensure academic integrity and high engagement. My technical fluency allows me to evaluate AI-generated outputs for clarity, academic rigor, and alignment with current scholarly standards.

Carolina Ponce de Leon

I am an Strategic Higher Education Leader with over 15 years of experience in academic operations, curriculum design, and instructional excellence. An MBA-qualified educator with a background in Industrial Design, I specialize in bridging the gap between rigorous academic standards and cutting-edge technology. With advanced certifications in Google AI Essentials and Gamified Learning with GenAI, I am uniquely positioned to refine next-generation AI models by applying learning science, pedagogical rigor, and scholarly research. Proven track record of end-to-end program ownership, scaling 300+ courses annually. I apply Design Thinking and Instructional Design Foundations to create syllabi, lectures, and assessments that ensure academic integrity and high engagement. My technical fluency allows me to evaluate AI-generated outputs for clarity, academic rigor, and alignment with current scholarly standards.

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I am an Strategic Higher Education Leader with over 15 years of experience in academic operations, curriculum design,
and instructional excellence. An MBA-qualified educator with a background in Industrial Design, I specialize in
bridging the gap between rigorous academic standards and cutting-edge technology. With advanced certifications
in Google AI Essentials and Gamified Learning with GenAI, I am uniquely positioned to refine next-generation AI
models by applying learning science, pedagogical rigor, and scholarly research. Proven track record of end-to-end
program ownership, scaling 300+ courses annually. I apply Design Thinking and Instructional Design Foundations
to create syllabi, lectures, and assessments that ensure academic integrity and high engagement. My technical
fluency allows me to evaluate AI-generated outputs for clarity, academic rigor, and alignment with current
scholarly standards.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Director of Partnerships at PrimaCorp Ventures Inc
September 2, 2025 - Present
Led end-to-end program ownership across campuses and programs; scaled 300+ courses annually; built cross-functional teams; aligned curricula, processes, and technology; oversaw governance and regulatory compliance.
Academic Director at PrimaCorp Ventures Inc
March 1, 2023 - August 31, 2024
Led academic partnerships with Algonquin College and CDIC College; oversaw program delivery, governance, and regulatory compliance; drove policy development across campuses.
Regional Director, Academic Programs at Visual College of Art & Design, Vancouver, Canada
January 1, 2022 - March 31, 2023
Led academic operations across multiple campuses; built and managed 80+ instructors; improved student experience; ensured compliance across locations.
Agent for Latin America & Caribbean at Studio Italia Design (Lodes)
November 1, 2015 - October 31, 2018
Led market expansion across LATAM; built a network of high-end distributors; collaborated with architects and interior designers; maintained brand integrity.
Sales Manager - Latin America & Caribbean at Bocci Inc.
November 1, 2010 - October 31, 2015
Led regional sales; supported key accounts; improved service quality and delivery efficiency.
Work Team Leader, Design & Project Management at Herman Miller
January 1, 2009 - July 31, 2010
Led design and project management teams; drove design execution and client relationships.
Campus Director, Interior Design & Architecture Technology at Visual College of Art & Design
September 1, 2019 - September 1, 2020
Led the Interior Design & Architecture Technology department; oversaw curriculum quality and accreditation alignment.

Education

Bachelor of Design, Major in Industrial Design at Emily Carr University
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2002
Master in International Business at EUDE Business School
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017
MBA at EUDE Business School
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Certificate at University of Illinois
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025

Qualifications

PMP Certification
January 1, 2025 - March 9, 2026
Google AI Essentials Certificate
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
High-Performance Team Masterclass
January 1, 2021 - March 9, 2026
Instructional Design Foundations and Applications
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
MBA
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Master in International Business
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017

Industry Experience

Education, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Gaming