María Elena Zarco is a finance and operations leader with over two decades of experience in international development and institutional strengthening. She has built her career leading financial functions within multinational organizations and programs funded by international cooperation agencies implemented in Mexico.

Throughout her career, María Elena has overseen multi-year portfolios exceeding $35 million USD and led finance and operations teams, ensuring strong financial management and regulatory compliance in complex environments. She brings extensive experience in accounting oversight, tax compliance, treasury management, and audit processes, strengthening internal controls and promoting long-term financial sustainability.

María Elena is committed to advancing financial governance as a foundation for organizational growth and sustainable impact, supporting the strategic and responsible use of resources to contribute to meaningful social change.