Carlos E. Villegas
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| Name | Carlos E. Villegas |
| Sessions | NOA Directors, Masters |
| Year(s) at IOA | 2004, 2013, 2014, 2017, 2018 |
| Olympic Position | National Olympic Academy Member |
| Country | Colombia |
Background |
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| Education | PhD Candidate in Education and Society - La Salle University, Bogotá, Colombia Present • Thesis: “Education and sport: a scenario for human development. Contributions of the Olympic Values Education Program to intersectoral public policy in Colombia” Master in Olympic studies, Olympic Education, Organization and Management of Olympic Events - University of Peloponnese, Greece Sep 2017 – Jun 2024 • Thesis: “Olympic Education for All? An opportunity to take the Pan-Iberic Association of Olympic Academies to new heights, together” Executive Master in Sport Organisations Management (MEMOS XII) - Université de Poitiers, France Sep 2008 – Sep 2009 • Thesis: “Sport as the domain for Social Responsibility Programs” Specialization in High Studies in Sports – Jorge Tadeo Lozano University Apr 2004 – Jun 2005 Specialization in Finance & International Business - La Sabana University Mar 2003 – Mar 2004 Harvard University, Extension School - Certificate of Special Studies in Administration and Management Cambridge, USA Jan 1991 – Jun 1992 Master in Construction Management - Georgia Institute of Technology Apr 1989 – Dec 1990 Architect undergraduate degree - Pontifical Xavierian University Bogotá, Feb 1983 – Jun 1988 |
| Sports | Panam Sports’ Education and Olympic Academies Commission. Member since 2018 National Olympic Academy of Colombia. Active member since 2013 Latin American Center for Coubertinian Studies (CLEC) and Colombian Pierre de Coubertin Committee, Founder member since 2018 Olympic Volunteer: Participated in key roles at Paris 2024 (VIP guest welcome and protocol team at the Olympic Village), Rio 2016 Olympic and Paralympics (Interpretation services), Beijing 2008 (Hospitality services), Athens 2004 (Spectator services). Sports, Olympic Studies and Education Independent Consultant - present • Provide strategic advice on Sports Management, Olympic education and Sports Policy to national and international organizations • Develop frameworks for enhancing accessibility and impact of Olympic education programs University Professor in Sports and Olympism - present • Deliver courses on sports management, policy, and education at leading universities in Colombia, including Los Andes, Externado, Sergio Arboleda and San Buenaventura • Mentor students on research projects related to Olympic studies and sports governance Colombian Ministry of Sports - May 2019 – Dec 2020 • Advised the Minister on the formulation of sports and recreation public policies. • Facilitated initiatives that promoted inclusivity and accessibility in sports programs nationwide High Performance Center Director - Colombian Sport’s Department – Sep 2012 – Jun 2016 • Led the maintenance of training facilities, significantly improving athlete performance at Olympic and Paralympic levels, partnered with National Sport Federations • Directed the lighting ceremony of the National Fire in Nabusímake on the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta and the torch relay throughout the national territory, until reaching the Games venues, in the framework of the XIX National and III Para national Sports Games Culture, Sport and Recreation Department in Bogotá – Sports Director Nov 2010 – Mar 2012 • Participated in the Organizing Committee for the FIFA U-20 World Cup 2011, ensuring the successful execution of the international event • Contribute to the formulation of the District Development Plan for the city of Bogotá • Promoted sports and recreational programs that engaged over a million participants Sport Aid Foundation – FAD – Executive Director Sep 2008 – May 2010 • Provided constant support to private and public organization of the National Sport System “MILLONARIOS” Professional Soccer Club – General Manager May 2002 – Apr 2004 • Managed operational and sporting activities, contributing to the team’s competitive success. Developed partnerships to enhance financial sustainability and fan engagement, Hiring and management of Human Talent and Player, Supplies and Media Management |