Tara works with the project team to help shape the strategic direction of the project. She has extensive experience in corporate strategies and stakeholder engagement, particularly with multilateral institutions. Tara is currently consulting on the demonstration project Capacity Building of the Free Trade Zone Tripartite Commission in Multi-sector Dialogue.

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Involved in the strategy development and implementation of the DR-CAFTA Responsible Competitiveness Project, Stephanie brings expertise in social and environmental program design to working with Nicaraguan coffee producers. Prior to and since joining BSR, Stephanie has worked to build sustainable practices throughout food and agriculture supply chains, from the farm to corporate levels. Stephanie holds an M.S. and B.S. in Earth Systems from Stanford University’s School of Earth Sciences, with a focus in Environment, Economics, and Food Security. Stephanie is currently consulting on the project Child Labor Eradication in Nicaragua’s Coffee Zones.

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Responsible for BSR’s work with the food and agriculture industry, Stacey has years of experience working with companies to implement forward-thinking approaches to CSR strategy, stakeholder engagement, and responsible supply chain practices. Stacey’s expertise in communications and change management are integral in working with members of the Salvadoran sugar industry to explore demonstrated best practices and creating an internal culture around responsible labor practices. Stacey holds a B.S. in business administration from the University of Vermont and is an active member of the Society for Organizational Learning. Stacey is currently consulting on the demonstration projects Lessons Learned from the Sugar Association of El Salvador in Child Labor Eradication, Building an Internal Culture of Responsible Labor with Central Izalco, a Sugar Mill of Grupo CASSA, and Capacity Building of the Free Trade Zone Tripartite Commission in Multi-sector Dialogue.

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Ryan leverages his extensive cross-sector consulting and business training experience in North America, Latin America, and the Caribbean to help guide the overall success of the three-year project. Ryan’s expertise in management consulting, sustainable development, and supply chain management are critical assets in his approach to demonstration projects with Honduran apparel and banana companies, where he and client companies are focusing on the link between productivity and responsible labor. Ryan is currently consulting on the demonstration projects Strengthening Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems at a Gildan Factory, Worker Empowerment at Banana Company Finca Tropical S.A., and Building the Capacity for Effective Multi-Sector Dialogue at AgroAmérica, S.A.

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A core member of BSR’s CSR Strategy team, Racheal is heavily involved in the implementation of HERproject, a BSR initiative that addresses women’s health needs in global supply chains by working with multinational companies, factories, and local NGOs. Racheal brings a keen understanding of challenges in fostering responsible, healthy working conditions—as well as practical solutions for overcoming them—to current demonstration projects in Costa Rica. Racheal holds an M.Sc. in International Comparative Politics from the London School of Economics where she focused on Conflict Studies, Globalization and International Development and a B.A. from the University of California, San Diego. Racheal is currently consulting on the demonstration projects Occupational Health and Safety System in Coocafé and Responsible Labor and Human Resource Management at CAMTIC.

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Based in Costa Rica, Luis manages relationships throughout the region and is responsible for overseeing the in-country demonstration projects. Luis has corporate experience throughout the region in corporate social responsibility, human resource management, and labor engagement.

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With a talent for social risk management, community engagement, and strategic community development, Julia works closely with BSR’s mining and utility member companies to integrate sustainability within business strategies. Julia’s research and professional portfolio reflects extensive fieldwork experience in Latin America and a multifaceted interest/approach to furthering economic development. Julia holds a B.A with Honors & Distinction in Anthropological Sciences from Stanford University, where she studied the relationship between culture, economic development, and the environment. Julia is currently consulting on the demonstration project Child Labor Eradication in Nicaragua’s Coffee Zones.

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With a heavy focus on building sustainable supply chains, Joyce brings expertise in working with buyers, suppliers, and international organizations to implement and integrate sustainable labor and environmental programs from the producer- to brand-level, Having worked in North and South America in the agriculture and consumer products industries, Joyce brings a keen cross-sector perspective on addressing labor challenges to current demonstration projects with El Salvador’s sugar industry. Joyce holds a B.A. with Honors in Rhetoric, with a minor in Anthropology from the University of California, Berkeley. Joyce is currently consulting on the demonstration projects Lessons Learned from the Sugar Association of El Salvador in Child Labor Eradication and Building an Internal Culture of Responsible Labor with Central Izalco, a Sugar Mill of Grupo CASSA.

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Having worked with a range of agencies including the International Finance Corporation, the World Bank, and the Organization of American States, Alison lends extensive experience in the private, public, and civil society sectors to the DR-CAFTA team. Alison’s talent and passion for cross-sector collaboration, communication, and international development are assets in leading current demonstration projects with the Tripartite Commission, and apparel and sugar industries in the Dominican Republic. Alison holds an M.A. in Public Policy and Administration with a concentration in International Development from Carleton University in Canada and a Bachelor of Commerce and a B.A. in Global Development Studies from Queen’s University in Canada. Alison is currently consulting on the demonstration project Capacity Building of the Free Trade Zone Tripartite Commission in Multi-sector Dialogue.

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Mirna has experience with communications, institutional relations, and training and consulting for the implementation of business ethics programs. She holds a degree in Information and Communication from California State University (U.S.A.) and a Masters degree in Communication for Development from Malmo University (Sweden), as well as a Masters degree in Business Management from Universidad Tecnológica de Centroamérica in Honduras. She is fluent in Spanish and English. Mirna is currently consulting on the demonstration projects Strengthening Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems at a Gildan Factory and Worker Empowerment at Banana Company Finca Tropical S.A..

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María Fernanda has experience in socioeconomic analysis, public policy evaluation, coordination of activities promoting corporate social responsibility (CSR), and CSR training and consulting. She holds a Sociology Degree from Universidad de Costa Rica. Currently, María Fernanda is enrolled in a Corporate Responsibility and Sustainable Development Masters Program from Escuela de Organización Industrial (EOI) in Spain. She is fluent in English and Spanish. María Fernanda is currently consulting on the demonstration project Responsible Labor and Human Resource Management at CAMTIC.

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Luis has experience in market research and design of public relations and communications plans. He has written corporate social responsibility (CSR) articles for a number of different journals. Luis holds a degree in Communications Science. A native Spanish speaker, Luis also speaks English. Luis is currently consulting on the demonstration projects Lessons Learned from the Sugar Association of El Salvador in Child Labor Eradication and Building an Internal Culture of Responsible Labor with Central Izalco, a Sugar Mill of Grupo CASSA.

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Laura has more than five years experience serving as an occupational health and safety and industrial hygiene coordinator in the textile manufacturing industry. She holds an Industrial Engineering Degree from Universidad Católica de Honduras and a Total Quality Management Masters Degree from Universidad Carlos III in Madrid, Spain. Laura is a Certified Auditor of the EFQM (European Foundation for Quality Management) Model. A native Spanish speaker, Laura also speaks English. Laura is currently consulting on the demonstration projects Strengthening Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems at a Gildan Factory and Worker Empowerment at Banana Company Finca Tropical S.A..

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Gustavo has experience working with NGOs. He holds a Law degree with a specialization in Economic Law, and diplomas in Corporate Social Responsibility and International Humanitarian Law from the Universidad Americana. He is fluent in Spanish and English. Gustavo is currently consulting on the demonstration project Child Labor Eradication in Nicaragua’s Coffee Zones.

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Genaro has more than 15 years experience in project management and follow-up to social and productivity-focused development projects. He has worked in local capacity building, strategic planning, fund management, proposal development, and project monitoring and evaluation. He is an Agronomist and holds a Masters Degree in Management of Micro, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprise (MSME). A native Spanish speaker, Genaro also speaks some English and Portuguese. Genaro is currently consulting on the demonstration project Child Labor Eradication in Nicaragua’s Coffee Zones.

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Evaydée has more than 15 years experience managing NGOs environmental and socioeconomic development projects, private social investment, and cross-sector strategic alliances. She holds a degree in Business Administration and has taken masters level courses in International Relations. Evaydée is fluent in English and Spanish. Evaydée is currently consulting on the demonstration project Capacity Building of the Free Trade Zone Tripartite Commission in Multi-sector Dialogue.

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Elisa has experience providing personalized consulting services including training, event coordination, business development, and project management to companies from different sectors, including agriculture, construction, machinery and transportation, electricity, mining, telecommunications, and technology. She holds an International Relations Degree with a specialization in International Organizations from Universidad Francisco Marroquín. Elisa speaks English, Spanish, and German.

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