Maria Tinedo is Director of EMIA’s Financials and TMT Programs. 

Maria is a seasoned investment professional with over 20 years of experience in financial analysis and portfolio management, specializing in emerging markets. Based in New York, she has worked for prominent financial institutions such as Principal Asset Management, Citigroup Asset Management, Newgate Capital, and Deutsche Bank.

Throughout her career, Maria has developed a deep understanding of various sectors across all emerging markets. She has recently focused on financials and energy, while co-managing a substantial emerging markets equity portfolio.

A dedicated advocate for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, Maria has been actively involved in integrating ESG considerations into investment processes for the past 10 years. Her commitment to sustainable investing is evident through her participation in numerous ESG workshops and her completion of Cambridge's Circular Economy and Sustainability Strategies Course.

Maria holds a Master's degree in Economics and Finance from the University of Warwick, an MBA from IESA, and a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering from Universidad Católica Andrés Bello in Caracas, Venezuela. A native of Venezuela, Maria brings a unique perspective and global experience to her work.