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Dr. Rosa Vásquez Espinoza

National Geographic Explorer & Global Sustainability Leader
Fields of expertise:
Author Leadership development Cultural Leaders Future of Work Hispanic Heritage Month Unconscious Bias Activist / Social Justice Empathy in the Workplace Women Empowerment Educator Psychological Safety Innovation DEI and DEIB Women's History Month STEM

Dr. Rosa Vásquez Espinoza is a globally recognized leader in conservation and sustainability, National Geographic Explorer, Rolex Laureate 2026, UNESCO-Al Fozan Laureate 2025, and Ph.D. chemical biologist pioneering innovative approaches at the intersection of biodiversity, leadership, science, and Indigenous knowledge. Raised between the Peruvian Andes and the Amazon Rainforest, she bridges cutting-edge science, storytelling, and human-centered sustainability to drive real-world environmental and social impact.

Rosa is the Founder and Executive Director of Amazon Research Internacional, leading interdisciplinary conservation and community-based initiatives across the Amazon basin focused on biodiversity protection, pollinator conservation, climate resilience, and sustainable livelihoods. Her work helped achieve the world’s first legal recognition of an insect’s rights and has inspired new models connecting biodiversity conservation, regenerative economies, community empowerment, and purpose-driven leadership. This work is now being scaled globally across various continents under Rosa’s leadership.

Recognized among BBC’s 100 Women, recipient of Peru’s Order of Merit, one of the nation’s highest civilian honors, and named a New Explorer Award recipient by The Explorers Club, Rosa has become an internationally recognized voice on sustainability, resilience, exploration, and the future of leadership in a rapidly changing world.

Her work has been featured by CNN, The New York Times, The Guardian, BBC, CBS News, National Geographic, and People Magazine, and she has appeared in international productions with the BBC, Discovery Channel, Disney, ARTE, and National Geographic. She has collaborated with organizations including NASA, Boeing, PepsiCo, Garnier, Sea-Doo, and National Geographic, delivering keynote talks, workshops, and panels across the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, the Middle East, and Latin America.

Through her speaking and consulting work, Rosa inspires audiences to rethink leadership, resilience, sustainability, innovation, and human connection through the lens of nature, science, and exploration.

What our clients say about this speaker

An outstanding presentation filled with fascinating insights. Rosa's passion for her work shines through in every moment, inspiring meaningful conversations and leaving a lasting impact on our audience.

BOEING USA

Rosa is an exceptionally talented speaker whose powerful presence and ability to communicate with clarity captivate audiences of all sizes. Her passion for her work is evident in every presentation, inspiring engagement and meaningful connection. She has a remarkable gift for turning complex ideas into compelling stories, as demonstrated by the success of our Planet Love campaign, which generated more than 57,000 views. As a partner, Rosa is creative, committed, and deeply collaborative I would welcome the opportunity to work with her again and again.

Mariana Roca, Corporate Affairs Associate Manager, PepsiCo LATAM

Rosa led a series of exceptional workshops for more than 120 students and educators over two unforgettable days in Anchorage, Alaska. Her sessions were the perfect example of real-world exploration and engagement, bringing science to life in ways that inspired curiosity, creativity, and action. Rosa motivated participants to deepen their interest in STEM while empowering them to develop projects rooted in their own interconnected ecosystems and communities. Her ability to connect scientific discovery with personal purpose left a lasting impact on everyone involved.

Gail Larson, Cengage / National Geographic Learning

Dr. Rosa Vásquez Espinoza is an extraordinary talent who combines deep expertise with remarkable poise and authenticity. Her ability to communicate complex scientific concepts with clarity, passion, and ease makes her a truly captivating speaker. Rosa’s professionalism, dedication, and engaging presence were instrumental to the success of both Planet Love for National Geographic and World Space Week with NASA for HITN. She is an invaluable collaborator and an exceptional ambassador for science, exploration, and discovery.

Laura Sgroi, Production Manager, HITN-TV

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