GERRETT R.
HOUSTON
GRH
CONTACT
+52 56 1110-2532, 5277-3712
Home phone: 5277-3712
nimzaj111@gmail.com
Mobile phone: +52 56 1110-2532
Av. Cuauhtémoc 1146, Int 503-
Torre B, Col. Del Valle Letrá n, CP
nimzaj111@gmail.com
03650 Alcd. Benito Juarez
Av. Cuauhtémoc 1146, Int
503-Torre B, Col. Del Valle Letrá n,
CP 03650 Alcd.
SKILLS
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International Relations
 Strategic Planning
 Project Management
 Negotiation Skills
 Trade Agreements
 International Trade
 Investment Facilitation
 Team Leadership
 Cross-Functional Collaboration
 Capacity Building
 Antidumping Regulations
 Trade Dispute Resolution
 Public Sector Expertise
 Economic Development
 Stakeholder Engagement
 Foreign Investment
 International Cooperation
 Policy Development
 Diplomatic Communication
 Trade Policy Analysis
 Regulatory Compliance
 Legal Advisory
 Workshop Facilitation
 Training and Development
JAZMIN OROZCO PASTRANA
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Experienced Director and Vice President with a strong background in International Affairs and
Trade, spanning multiple roles in the public sector. Demonstrated success in negotiating trade
agreements focused on services and driving foreign investment participation, as well as developing
and implementing strategies to promote international cooperation and enhance economic growth.
Skilled in representing organizations in international forums and establishing partnerships with
foreign governments and organizations to achieve common goals. Fluent in English and proficient in
Portuguese, with a Bachelor's degree in International Trade and Business, and MBA in Business
Administration, and a Bachelor's degree. Completed numerous international courses on trade and
negotiation techniques, including the Advanced Course on Trade in Services at the World Trade
Organization (Geneva, Switzerland) and International Visitor Leadership Program from de
Department of State of the United States of America.
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
 Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with foreign governments,
international organizations, and private/governmental sector entities, with a deep
understanding of cultural nuances and political dynamics.
 Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to provide policy recommendations and
implement best practices based on empirical data and sound analysis.
 Excellent communication and presentation skills, with fluency in English and proficiency in
Portuguese, and a talent for engaging diverse audiences and conveying complex information in a
clear and compelling manner.
 Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience leading multidisciplinary
teams, delegating tasks, providing feedback, and fostering a culture of collaboration and
innovation.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Head of International Affairs Nov 2020 - Nov 2022
Minister Office of Ministry of Infrastructure Communications and Transport
 Executed plans and programs to promote international projects in Infrastructure and
Transportation, finalizing agreements and driving the Mexican economy and Foreign
Investment participation.
 Provided support to the Secretary in activities and meetings with Embassies and International
Organizations, led SICT team in Free Trade Agreement negotiations, and acted as Technical
Advisor for the World Road Association.
 Developed and implemented strategies to enhance international cooperation and promote trade
and investment in the infrastructure, communications, and transport sectors.
 Represented the Ministry in international forums and negotiations, and established
partnerships with foreign governments and organizations to achieve common goals.
Head of Department of International Trade in Services and Investment
Ministry of Economy Nov 2013 - Oct 2020
 Negotiated the General Chapter on Trade in Services for the North American Free Trade
Agreement (T-MEC) as part of the negotiating team at the General Directorate of International
Trade in Services and Investment.
 Represented the Trade and Investment Committee of the Asia Pacific Cooperation Forum
(APEC) and participated in various Senior Officials' Meetings (SOM) in different countries, after
being assigned to this role in mid-2019.
 Negotiated trade agreements with partner countries, and Bilateral Investment Treaties.
 Collaborated with other government agencies and private sector entities to establish the trade
position of Mexico for promote economic growth and development.
Head of Department of International Assistance
Ministry of Economy Dec 2012 - Oct 2013
 Monitored, provided legal advice, and followed up on antidumping investigations, subsidies, and
safeguards against Mexico initiated by other countries while working in the International
Business Practices Unit within the area of International Affairs.
 Coordinated with international organizations and donor agencies to secure funding for
capacity-building programs.
 Conducted training sessions and workshops for government officials and private sector
representatives on trade-related issues.
Office of the Minister of Economy and General Directorate of Commercial Regulations
Ministry of Economy 2007 - 2013
 Advised the Minister of Economy for six months, providing support for various activities.
 Collaborated with the Directorate of Coordination of the Public Registry of Commerce from 2008 to 2013, developing internal and external
acquisition procedures, supporting accreditation of Public Brokers and Notaries, monitoring accreditation of Provider Companies of Certification
Services, providing legal consultations, and contributing to the training of the Portal tuempresa.gob.mx and the Single Registry of Movable
Guarantees, in line with national and international legislation.
 Conducted research and provided policy recommendations on trade and investment issues.
ACADEMIC TRAINING
MBA in Business Administration
La Salle University, (Sports Scholarship)
Bachelor of Commerce and International Business
La Salle University (Sports Scholarship)

LANGUAGES
English: spoken 90% written: 90% comprehension:
90%
Portuguese: spoken 80% written 50%
comprehension 90%.

INTERNATIONAL COURSES
Advanced Course on Trade in Services (16 to 20 September 2019)
Geneva, Switzerland (World Trade Organization, WTO).
Pilot Program Develop APEC Index to Measure Services Regulatory
Environment of Services (August 16-18, 2019)
Hanoi-Vietnam (Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation, APEC).
International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP)
Leadership for International Visitors in Matters of Commerce
International" Held from September 14, 2018 to October 9, 2018,
Department of State of the United States of America (Washington, DC, Boston, Massachusetts, Boise, Idaho, San Diego, California, and New Orleans.).
Services Symposium
(Presentation of the Professional Services of Mexico to the member economies -28 May 2018). Singapore (Asia Pacific Economic Association, APEC)
Advanced Regional Course on Negotiation Techniques for Latin American countries (March 19 to 23, 2018) Buenos Aires,
Argentina (World Trade Organization. WTO)
Capacity Building Workshop on Investor-State Dispute Settlement (ISDS)
Prevention and Management (October 3-6, 2017) Washington, D.C. (Asia Pacific Economic Association (APEC)
Developing a Set of Non-Binding Principles for Domestic
Regulation of the Service Sector (August 21, 2017)
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (Asia Pacific Economic Association (APEC)
National Workshop on Trade in Services (March 1 to 3, 2016) Mexico City (World Trade Organization (WTO)
Capacity Building Workshop of Services Chapters under FTA's with a Negative List Approach (August 19-21, 2016) Lima,
Peru (Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC)
Additional Courses (CDMX)
Technical Aspects of Practice Procedures
International Trade: Dumping, Damage and Analysis of
Financial information.
Public Sector Procurement.

REFERENCES
Available Upon Request