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A distinguished Ecuadorian professional with an outstanding career in higher education and academic management. She currently serves as Rector of Instituto Tecnológico Superior Universitario Rumiñahui, an institution recognized nationally for its commitment to innovation, social inclusion, and academic excellence.

Her connection to education began at an early age, leading her to take on her first public role at Ecuador’s Ministry of Education. Her vision, leadership, and vocation later led her to co-found Instituto Rumiñahui alongside her husband, Dr. Ángel Ernesto Huerta.Under her guidance, the institution became one of the most prominent educational centers in the Valle de Los Chillos.She also served as Administrative and Financial Vice-Rector, fostering institutional growth and strengthening the professionalization of its processes.

Academic Background
• Bachelor’s Degree in Public and Social Sciences, Central University of Ecuador (1989).
• Doctor of Jurisprudence and Attorney-at-Law, qualified to practice before the Courts of the Republic, Central University of Ecuador (2009).
• Master’s Degree in Educational Management, Metropolitan University (2018).
• Higher University Technologist in Teaching and Educational Innovation, Instituto Tecnológico Superior Universitario Rumiñahui (2023).
• Actualmente cursa un PhD en Docencia en la Universidad Benito Juárez de México. — • Currently pursuing a PhD in Education at Universidad Benito Juárez, Mexico.

Awards and Distinctions
• 2007: Honorary Doctorate (Doctor Honoris Causa) of Ibero-America, Ibero-American Council for Educational
• 2009: “Carlos Larco Hidalgo” Decoration, awarded by the Honorable Municipality of Rumiñahui Canton.
• 2010: Educational Merit Award, granted by the National Council of Higher Education.Select 88 more words to run Humanizer.
• 2011: Excellence in Quality Management with All Its Rights and Privileges, awarded by THE BIZZ (United States).
• 2014: “Dr. Matilde Hidalgo de Prócel” Decoration, awarded by the National Assembly of Ecuador.Select 86 more words to run Humanizer.
• 2023: Public Recognition by the Confederation of Journalists of Ecuador.
• 2024:
– “Mamá Awards Inspiration” Recognition, Women’s Chamber of Commerce of Rumiñahui.
– Recognition and appointment as Ambassador by Otto Federico von Feigenblatt.Select 90 more words to run Humanizer.
– Recognition For merits, contributions to society, and support for the projects of the house.
– National Award “Mujer Insigne”.
– Eloy Alfaro Statuette “Symbol of Freedom,” awarded by the Confederation of Journalists of Ecuador.
• 2025: Certificate of Ordination as General Academic Chaplain, awarded by CARFI International.

Dr. Carmita Inés Suárez has led initiatives focused on pedagogical innovation, the use of digital tools, and the implementation of active learning methodologies. She has also been a key driving force in Ecuador in the development and awarding of fourth-level degrees through the first technological master’s programs, marking a significant milestone in the country’s higher education system.

Her leadership is defined by deep faith, a strong vocation for service, solid ethical principles, and a firm conviction that education transforms lives and communities.