Jorge Velasco

Jorge Velasco is the president of Fundación Maya, an organization dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship in Bolivia for over 20 years. Under his leadership, Fundación Maya has initiated various programs to support startups and provide financing opportunities, emphasizing sustainable development and the empowerment of youth. Velasco is instrumental in the 'Sembrando Futuro' initiative, which aims to create a network of young entrepreneurs focused on solutions to pressing issues such as waste management and climate change. He advocates for the importance of resilience, creativity, and collaboration among entrepreneurs to drive meaningful change in the Bolivian economy.