Aura Cifuentes
Fellow - Investments

Aura brings a dynamic blend of expertise in digital government, public innovation, and data-based public policy to CoDevelop. 

She has public sector experience, having worked in France and Colombia for eight years. At Etalab, Aura was crucial in advancing Open Data and Open Government initiatives. She served in the Presidential Office in Colombia, leading transparency and anti-corruption efforts. She designed and implemented Colombia's first public innovation policy at the National Planning Department. Most recently, as the Digital Government Director at the Colombian Ministry of Technologies, she spearheaded DPI projects that reached millions of citizens.

In the private sector, Aura's experience includes her role at Inetum, where she developed smart city strategies. She also served as Ecosystem Manager at Agata, enhancing local government decision-making through data analytics. Additionally, she has worked as an international consultant with Instiglio, designing the Global Effectiveness Network (GEN).

Aura holds an MPA in Global Leadership from Columbia University, an MPA from Sciences Po, and a Bachelor's in Government and International Relations from Universidad Externado de Colombia.

Outside of work, she enjoys hiking with her Border Collie, practicing Pilates, and exploring the best wine bars in NYC. She is an advocate for women in STEM and frequently shares her insights through writing and speaking engagements.