Edna Martinez

Edna Martinez is a sustainability and public policy facilitator who designs and holds collaborative spaces where diverse actors can move from dialogue to aligned action. With more than 16 years of experience across Latin America and the Caribbean, she works at the intersection of climate finance, circular economy and ESG strategy, supporting governments, foundations and companies to build meaningful partnerships. Her work has included collaboration with organizations such as the United Nations Development Programme, Food and Agriculture Organization and Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit, as well as corporate and philanthropic partners including BBVA and the Rockefeller Foundation. Edna brings a calm, strategic presence to complex processes, helping cross sector leaders navigate negotiation, align around shared priorities and design initiatives that are both ambitious and grounded in regional realities. She is bilingual in English and Spanish and is known for bridging cultures, sectors and perspectives in service of sustainable development