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Heidy Balanta

Heidy Balanta

Executive Director, Privacy School

Attorney with extensive experience and specialized training in Personal Data Protection, Economic Law, and IT & New Technologies Law. Expert in designing, implementing, auditing, and advising on comprehensive data protection and privacy management programs for organizations ranging from government institutions to multinational corporations across diverse sectors.

As Executive Director of the Escuela de Privacidad, I led consultancy and advisory projects for more than 300 organizations, supporting the implementation of personal data governance frameworks, privacy audits, and specialized training, aligning Colombian companies with GDPR standards.

My background includes drafting international data transfer agreements, conducting data protection risk assessments, and performing privacy impact evaluations. I also have a strong foundation in public policy, having advised government entities on the development and implementation of telework, data protection, and open data policies.

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