Our Leadership Team

President

Maria Fernanda Montoya

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Maria Fernanda is an experienced researcher in the field of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), leading scholarly initiatives within the SportsHCI area. Her work focuses on the intersection of technology, human performance, and innovation. Beyond academia, she is passionate about sports and Colombian dance, reflecting her commitment to both intellectual and cultural engagement within the community.

Vice President

Natalia Candado López

Master of International Relations & Master of Journalism
Natalia is a Colombian postgraduate student dedicated to strengthening community, representation, and global engagement. With an academic background spanning international relations and journalism, she brings a strategic and communicative perspective to the organisation, fostering collaboration and meaningful dialogue across disciplines and cultures.

Secretary

Diego Gomez

Master of Business

As a Colombian postgraduate student in Australia, Diego understands the challenges of adapting to a new academic and cultural environment. Drawing on his experience in management and institutional representation, he contributes organisational structure, clear communication, and a strong commitment to strengthening and supporting the Colombian postgraduate community at Monash.

Digital Strategy Lead and Communications

Paula Rincón
Master of Professional Engineering (Mechanical)

Paula leads the digital development and branding strategy of CPSM. With a background in engineering and innovation, she supports the organisation’s institutional growth by strengthening its digital presence, structure, and long-term vision.