Martha Orta Zambrano

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Martha Johanna Orta Zambrano
Office Director, Ecuador

As a leader, I firmly believe in the power of collaboration, transparency, and innovation to achieve organizational goals. My leadership approach is based on mutual trust, respect and open communication, enabling teams to work together toward success.  I am committed to the continuous development of both my team and organization, fostering an environment where diversity of ideas and skills is valued, and where every member feels supported and motivated  to contribute their best.

I believe that effective leadership is built on integrity and accountability, and I strive to make decisions that not only drive results but also promote a culture of excellent and collaboration. My goals is to guide teams with clarity and purpose, facing challenges in a agile and adaptive manner while seeking innovative solutions to create lasting impact.

My focus is on both the professional and personal grow of team members, ensuring that everyone has the tools and support they need to contribute to the organization’s strategic objective.

Areas of Expertise:

  • Water

Publications and Presentations:

  • Panelist XXXIX Sanitary and Environmental Engineering Congress (AIDIS)
    Panelist at the Decarbonization and Energy Transition Working Group, "Committed to decarbonization, success case Wastewater Treatment Plant in Ecuador. – November 25, 2024.
  • Speaker in III Simposio “Dia del Agua” in Daule. Presentation of WaterWise in Cities principle of International Water Association, March 2023
  •  Panelist in Webinar: Women in Water  (IWA)
    Panelist Women in Water: Empower, Attract and Retain Latin American and Caribbean – March, 2022.
  • Presenter and Member of the Working Group of the Green Infrastructure Group of the Association of Regulators of Potable Water and Sanitation of the Americas (ADERASA)
    Presentation of Experiences and Lessons Learned in the Regulation of Sustainable Potable Water and Sewage Services. – November 12, 2021.
  • Speaker at the 2021 International Congress of Prefectures, Municipalities, and Parochial Boards
    “Strengths and Opportunities Post-COVID in the Water Supply: The Case of Guayaquil” – November 11, 2021.
  • Speaker at the 6th Edition of SMART CITY
    “Water, Sanitation, and Wastewater Treatment,” organized by the Franco-Ecuadorian Chamber. “Strengths and Opportunities Post-COVID in the Water Supply: The Case of Guayaquil” – November 10, 2021.