Ecoanalítica has grown into a leading Latin American firm specializing in economic strategy, financial intelligence, and risk analysis.
Today, we combine the judgment of world-class economists with a deep understanding of the operational realities companies face in complex markets.
We don’t just interpret the environment. We help you navigate it.
Supporting sound decisions.
2004
with a commitment to providing a rigorous analytical foundation for business and institutional decision-making.
2011
Led by Drs. Grisanti and Palma, the merger strengthens the firm’s analytical platform. ModVen, an econometric model developed in collaboration with Nobel laureate Lawrence Klein, is incorporated into the platform.
2016
Knossos Asset Management is recognized as the best multi-strategy emerging-markets fund.
2024
An international award highlights the strength and accuracy of the firm’s economic forecasts.
Today
with a presence in 11 countries across Latin America, the Caribbean, and the United States, more than 60 trained economists, and membership in the LAECO network.
More than 60 economists who trained at Ecoanalítica now hold leadership roles in global banking, multilateral organizations, and international investment firms.
Alejandro Grisanti
Managing Partner
Founder of Ecoanalítica. More than three decades of experience in emerging markets. Former Head of Latin America Research at Barclays Capital.
PhD Economía, U. de Pennsylvania.
Pedro Palma
Director
Former president of the National Academy of Economic Sciences. Co-developer of ModVen with Nobel laureate Lawrence Klein.
PhD Economía, Wharton School.
Armando Grisanti
Managing Partner
More than three decades evaluating infrastructure projects with multilateral institutions, structuring corporate financing, and valuing businesses. A leader in privatization and asset-divestiture projects.
MBA in Finance, IESA; Politecnico di Milano.
Reinaldo Planchart
Director
More than 35 years across the financial, telecommunications, manufacturing, and capital-markets sectors. Business transformation and corporate governance.
Civil Engineer. MBA in Finance, IESA.
Graciela Urdaneta
Chief Economist
Specialist in energy and macroeconomic analysis. More than 15 years in strategic consulting, with roles at EY, Alstom, and the French Embassy.
Master’s in Energy Economics, IFP, France.
Naomi Silva
Economist
Macroeconomics, econometrics, and applied research. Latin American School of Development Studies.
Professor of Macroeconomics, UCAB.
Isabel Ávila
Economist
Macroeconomic analysis, financial evaluation, and structural transformations. Experience at the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office and in market research
Julio Rodríguez
Economist
Macroeconomics, business intelligence, and applied data science. Development of dashboards and business intelligence tools. IDB training.
UCAB. Data science and business intelligence.
Alfonsina Medina
Economist
Economist and researcher focused on macroeconomic and data analysis regarding the Dominican Republic.
Dayda V. Guerrero
Marketing and Business Development
Over 20 years of experience in negotiation, market research, and B2B business development.
MBA, IESA. Graduate-level professor at IESA.
Ana María Grisanti
International Sales
International business relations and consult . Over 10 years of experience in the real estate sector in the U.S.
Trilingual. Based in France.
Jhonny Rodríguez
Corporate Relations
Strategic account monitoring, and customer-experience optimization for long-term corporate accounts.
Anabel Fernández
Marketing and Communications
Corporate social communication, digital marketing, brand positioning, and strategic content for financial environments.
Carlos Javier Nieves
Marketing & Business Development
Business-development strategy, brand building, and digital channels. Soft-landing specialist. Industrial Engineer, UCAB; Master’s in Marketing, IESA.
Strategic Marketing, Business Development & Soft Landing
Karla Vargas
Marketing, Dominican Republic.
Strategic communication, corporate marketing, digital campaigns, corporate events, and strategic partnerships in the Dominican Republic.
Pedro Palma
Director
Pedro Palma is one of the most influential and respected economists in Venezuela and Latin America. A founding member and former president of Venezuela’s National Academy of Economic Sciences, he has devoted his career to macroeconomic analysis, applied research, and the economic forecasting tools that now serve as a regional benchmark.
He is a managing partner at Ecoanalítica and the founder of Metroeconómica, a pioneer in economic research and macroeconomic monitoring in Venezuela.
His experience spans academia, strategic consulting, and business leadership. He has served as president of VenAmCham and vice president of Booz Allen Hamilton, leading high-impact projects for companies and institutions across the region.
With Nobel laureate Lawrence Klein, he developed ModVen, one of the most advanced econometric models built for the Venezuelan economy.
He is a professor emeritus at IESA, a member of the Wharton School’s Executive Board for Latin America, and a member of the executive committee of the LINK Project run by the United Nations and the University of Pennsylvania.
An economist trained at UCAB, he holds an MBA and a Ph.D. in Economics from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.
Armando Grisanti
Managing Partner
A specialist in corporate finance, financial structuring, and business valuation since 1991, Armando Grisanti has led Ecoanalítica’s Corporate Finance division since he founded it in 2004.
He brings more than three decades of experience advising companies, both domestic and international, along with investors and multilateral organizations (CAF, the IDB, and the IMF) on financial restructuring, strategic planning, debt issuance, and capital-structure optimization.
He has evaluated and financed infrastructure projects for multilateral institutions such as CAF and the IDB, giving him a comprehensive view of financial sustainability, economic and institutional viability, and corporate growth in complex markets.
A certified securities broker and investment advisor licensed by Venezuela’s National Securities Superintendency (SUNAVAL), he has led debt issuances, debt placements, and the preparation of both public and private prospectuses.
He holds a degree in Civil Engineering from Metropolitan University (UNIMET), an MBA with a concentration in Finance from IESA, and an M.Sc. in Reinforced Concrete Structures from the Polytechnic University of Milan.
REINALDO PLANCHART
Director
An executive with more than 35 years in the financial, telecommunications, manufacturing, and capital-markets sectors, Reinaldo Planchart brings Ecoanalítica a strategic focus on business transformation, profitability, and corporate governance.
Over his career he has led managerial modernization and operational restructuring, turning traditional business units into platforms built for value creation and efficiency.
As a strategic advisor to industrial companies, he has guided corporate optimization, institutional strengthening, and the pursuit of opportunities in difficult economic environments.
He combines technical depth, managerial vision, and execution to connect economic analysis with high-impact business decisions.
He holds a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, summa cum laude, from the Central University of Venezuela (UCV) and an MBA from IESA (Institute of Higher Studies in Administration).
Graciela Urdaneta
Chief Economist
An economist specializing in energy and macroeconomic analysis, Graciela Urdaneta leads Ecoanalítica’s economic research practice in Venezuela.
She has more than 15 years of experience in strategic consulting, applied research, and economic analysis for companies, multilateral institutions, and public agencies.
Her career includes positions at EY (Ernst & Young), Alstom, and the Economic Service of the French Embassy in Venezuela, along with work on energy infrastructure, energy efficiency, public policy, and strategic planning.
She has partnered with organizations such as CAF, Banesco, and government agencies on high-impact initiatives in energy, economic development, and sustainability.
Beyond her research, she teaches as a visiting professor at IESA.
She holds a degree in economics from the Central University of Venezuela (UCV) and a master’s degree in Energy and Environmental Economics and Policy from the French Institute of Petroleum in France.
Naomi SIlva
Economista
Economista especializada en análisis macroeconómico, econometría e investigación aplicada, Naomi Silva participa en el desarrollo de modelos económicos, análisis regionales y estudios estratégicos para clientes corporativos e institucionales de Ecoanalítica.
Su trabajo se enfoca en investigación económica, análisis de vulnerabilidad financiera y desarrollo de herramientas cuantitativas orientadas a la toma de decisiones.
Ha participado en proyectos de consultoría empresarial y elaboración de informes especializados sobre economía venezolana e internacional, combinando capacidades analíticas con experiencia académica y de investigación.
Forma parte de la Escuela Latinoamericana de Estudios del Desarrollo (ELADES) y de la cohorte 2025 del Programa de Estudios sobre Políticas del Desarrollo de la CEPAL.
Es economista egresada de la Universidad Católica Andrés Bello (UCAB), donde recibió Mención Publicación por su trabajo de grado sobre vulnerabilidad del sector bancario venezolano. También se desempeña como profesora de Macroeconomía en la UCAB.
Isabel Ávila
Economist
An economist specializing in macroeconomic analysis, business intelligence, and market research, Isabel Ávila is a member of Ecoanalítica’s economic research team.
Her experience includes work at the UK Office of Foreign Affairs, Commonwealth, and Development, as well as participation in economic and financial analyses related to international integration processes. She has conducted research and projects related to impact assessment, business intelligence, agent-based modeling, and machine learning, among others. In addition, she teaches Macroeconomics I at the Andrés Bello Catholic University (UCAB).
She holds a degree in economics from the Andrés Bello Catholic University (UCAB), where she received an Honorable Mention for her thesis. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Data Science, Big Data & Business Analytics at the Complutense University of Madrid and has completed training in market research accredited by IESA.
Julio Rodriguez
Economist
An economist specializing in macroeconomic analysis, business intelligence, and applied data science, Julio Rodríguez participates in economic research and strategic consulting projects for international organizations and corporate clients.
His experience includes preparing economic projections and analyzing inflation, fiscal and monetary policy, the financial sector, and international trade.
He complements his economic background with technical skills in data analysis, dashboard development, and business intelligence tools designed to optimize financial and operational processes.
He has also served as a speaker in specialized courses and workshops on business intelligence tools and data analysis.
He holds a degree in economics from the Universidad Católica Andrés Bello (UCAB) and has additional training in data analysis and development project management from the IDB.
Alfonsina Medina
Economist
She holds a bachelor’s degree in Economics with a concentration in Public Policy from the Technological Institute of Santo Domingo (INTEC). She has technical training in Public Administration and Taxation, as well as in data analysis and processing using R, data visualization with Power BI, and basic knowledge of SQL and Python applied to economic analysis and process automation.
She has experience in both the public and private sectors in data analysis, economic research, strategic processes, and the preparation of technical reports. She is currently part of the research team at Ecoanalítica, where she focuses on macroeconomic and data analysis, particularly regarding the Dominican Republic.
His areas of interest include macroeconomic analysis, the evaluation of public policies and projects, econometrics, behavioral economics, and political science.
Dayda Verónica Guerrero
Marketing and Business Development
A specialist in B2B marketing, business development, and inter-industry relations, Dayda Verónica Guerrero leads the Marketing and Sales department at Ecoanalítica, integrating commercial strategy with corporate positioning and regional expansion.
She has more than 20 years of experience in negotiation, market research, and business development in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, chemicals, textiles, agro-industry, and water treatment.
Her career has focused on building strategic networks, managing complex portfolios, and strengthening long-term corporate relationships.
In addition to her executive experience, she serves as a graduate-level professor at IESA, where she teaches courses on Strategic Marketing and B2B Marketing.
She holds an MBA from IESA and a bachelor’s degree in Marketing, with additional training in chemistry and materials science.
Ana María Grisanti
Director
Specializing in business development and project management, Ana Maria Grisanti has more than 15 years of experience in the United States leading strategic corporate client service and international account development for Ecoanalítica.
She has experience in multicultural markets across Latin America, the United States, and Europe, guiding clients through complex negotiation and decision-making processes.
For more than a decade, she worked in the real estate sector in the United States, advising international investors and buyers on residential and commercial acquisitions.
Her career has enabled her to develop a strong ability to build trusting relationships, manage high-profile clients, and offer solutions tailored to different cultural and business contexts.
She currently resides in France and is fluent in Spanish, English, and French.
Jhonny Rodríguez
Customer Service and Corporate Relations
A specialist in customer service and corporate relationship management, Jhonny Rodríguez leads customer-loyalty initiatives, strategic account monitoring, and customer-experience optimization at Ecoanalítica.
His work centers on solutions that strengthen long-term relationships with corporate clients by aligning service, operational efficiency, and organizational goals.
He is known for clear communication, conflict resolution, and relationships grounded in trust and service excellence.
Anabel Fernández
Marketing and Communications
A corporate social communication professional, Anabel Fernández brings experience in digital marketing, brand positioning, and strategic content for corporate and financial environments.
At Ecoanalítica, she manages institutional communications, social media, and digital campaigns that strengthen the firm’s regional presence and thought leadership.
She combines analytical skill, strategic creativity, and a results-oriented approach, contributing to high-impact communications projects aligned with the firm’s objectives.
Carlos Javier Nieves
Strategic Marketing, Business Development, and Soft Landing
A specialist in strategic marketing and business development, Carlos Javier Nieves is part of Ecoanalítica’s Marketing and Commercial Development team, connecting the firm’s economic intelligence with opportunities for the private sector.
He has more than a decade of commercial-management experience at leading companies in Venezuela, including Nielsen de Venezuela, where he built a market perspective grounded in data and consumer intelligence. For the past four years, he has helped companies design and evolve their business models, connect capital with private ventures, and forge alliances that link Venezuela’s business ecosystem to international networks for funding and scale.
He serves as a teaching assistant for IESA’s Master’s in Marketing program. He holds a degree in Industrial Engineering, specializes in project management, and holds a master’s degree in marketing.
Karla Vargas
Marketing and Communications
A specialist in strategic communication, corporate marketing, and project management, Karla Vargas leads marketing and communications for Ecoanalítica Dominican Republic.
Her experience includes building digital campaigns, conceptualizing and producing corporate events, coordinating strategic partnerships, and managing sponsorships.
She has worked on institutional communication, operational planning, and financial analysis, drawing on copywriting, public relations, and strategic brand management.
She combines organization, business sense, and execution to turn communication into a source of value for the firm.
