Mariana a sustainability engineer with an MBA from the University of Oxford and an MSc in Water Science, Policy, and Management from the same institution, as a 1+1 Pershing Square Scholar. This robust academic background equips her with a comprehensive understanding of business strategies and water-related challenges. 

At Aguaconsult Mariana serves as a WASH Specialist, working on projects focused on climate resilience for rural water supply and sustainability evaluations and bringing in her expertise on innovative financing solutions for Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene  initiatives. With over five years in the sustainability sector, Mariana's leadership is evident through her past roles. As the Senior Water Advisers team leader at Waterplan, a climate SaaS platform to assess and manage water risks. She also participated in a project for the Global Commission on the Economics of Water through the OECD. Additionally, her experience as a Project Coordinator in Sustainable Finance and Social Performance at Environmental Resource Management and internship at Impax Asset Management showcase her ability to integrate financial and environmental objectives.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Mariana co-founded and lead Pakaraima A.C., a non-profit dedicated to eco-friendly music festivals and volunteer programs. Mariana is fluent in English and Spanish.