Jonathan Puerta is a consultant and researcher in economics of innovation, artificial intelligence policy, competitiveness, and industrialisation. He specialises in conducting research and policy evaluation, managing cross-sector projects, and collaborating with global stakeholders. Jonathan delivers insights and policy recommendations to key organisations, including the European Commission, the Japan Science & Technology Agency, and the Inter-American Development Bank (IADB). As a member of Technopolis Group, he evaluates EU and global innovation policies and programmes.
His prior experience includes an internship at the OECD focused on AI adoption in G7 nations, a Research Assistant role at SPRU-University of Sussex studying technology’s impact on labour markets, and leading entrepreneurship and innovation programmes at Colombia’s National Industry Association (ANDI). Jonathan holds a Distinction MSc in Science & Technology Policy from the University of Sussex and a BSc in Business Administration from Universidad de Antioquia. He is also a One Young World Ambassador, Global Shapers Fellow, and YLAI alum.
