Walter Hubbard Zamudio
Los Mochis, Sinaloa
Summary
Results-driven leader with positive attitude and passion for providing high-quality advice and guidance. Proven ability to identify general needs, resolve conflicts and build strong relationships. Possesses excellent problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fisheries and Aquaculture Advisor
Mexican Senate
- Served during the LXV Legislature
- Worked under Senator Raul Elenes Angulo, President of the Fisheries Committee.
C.E.O.
Acuicola La Filipina, SPR De RI
01.2007 - Current
- General director for a Mollusk farm and processing plant
- 103 hectares harvesting site
- Certification of harvesting area under the Mexican Sanitation Shellfish Program (COFEPRIS & FDA)
- Certification of Processing Plant under the Mexican Sanitation Shellfish Program (COFEPRIS & FDA)
- Three different species under production, namely, Pacific Oyster, Venus Clam, and Pen Shell (Crassostrea gigas, Chione fluctifraga, and Atrina maura).
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
General Director
Mexican National Commission for Aquaculture and Fisheries
01.2018 - 01.2022
- General Directorate for Foment & Organization (CONAPESCA)
- The Secretary of Agriculture, and Rural Development of Mexican Federal Government, through the National Commission of Aquaculture and Fishing (CONAPESCA) promote the sustainable exploitation of marine resources and contribute with the conservation of them
- CONAPESCA elaborate and publish the Mexican Official Standards for the regulation of all fisheries, including the regulation for the exploitation of those fisheries, areas and fishing gear restrictions, and rules for owners of fishing permits or authorizations and for anybody who catch some aquatic species.
- Managed complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
- Negotiated strategic partnerships that expanded product offerings and generated new revenue streams for the business.
- Enhanced internal communication by implementing collaborative tools and holding regular team meetings.
- Drove continuous improvement efforts across all functional areas of the organization by setting clear goals and objectives with measurable results.
Operations Manager
Sea Farmers, S.A. de C.V.
01.2003 - 01.2018
- Management of a project to develop a scallop, clam, and oyster culture, a hatchery, a multi-site operation area, and a plant processing and exporting facility, involving 7 Fishing & Aquaculture Cooperatives.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
C.E.O.
Ecoproyectos de Sistemas, S.A. de C.V.
01.1994 - 01.2003
- 70 Environmental Impact Assessments (mainly shrimp farms and tourism resorts)
- 20 Risk Analyses Assessments (general industry, HAZOP, Fault Tree, Checklist analyses)
- 4 Environmental Audits (refinery facilities; risk, water, and solid & hazardous waste areas)
- 20 Technical/Financial projects for diverse industries.
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
- Secured financing for critical projects through negotiation of favorable loan terms with financial institutions or investors.
- Drove profitability with thorough financial analysis and strategic decisionmaking.
- Improved organizational structure by reallocating resources and redefining roles for greater efficiency.
- Championed sustainability initiatives to reduce environmental impact while improving brand image among eco-conscious consumers.
Project Leader
Ingenieros Químicos de Proceso, S.A.
01.1992 - 01.1993
- 3 Environmental Audits (general industry)
- 3 Environmental Studies (coastal lagoons systems)
- 1 Environmental Impact Study (dam system).
- Established strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and open communication throughout the entire project lifecycle.
- Implemented innovative solutions to overcome project challenges and address stakeholder concerns.
- Conducted thorough post-project evaluations to identify areas for future improvement in both processes and performance metrics.
Production Manager
El Trozado Shrimp Farm
01.1991 - 01.1993
- Production Managing (100 hectares)
- 1.1 ton/ha achieved
- 1.8 crops/year.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
Head of the Biology Department
Universidad de Occidente
01.1986 - 01.1990
- Administrative duties
- Lecturer in several subjects
- Researcher.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
Ph.D. - Landscape Conservation
Instituto Politecnico Nacional
Guasave, Sinaloa, Mexico12.2023
No Degree - GIS (Geographic Information System) Technician
MASTERGIS
PERU07.2020
Certificate - Shrimp Larvae Culture
University of Kagoshima
Kagoshima, Japan12.1989
Master of Science - Fisheries Biology & Management
University College of North Wales
Bangor, Wales, U.K.09.1983
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Universidad Autónoma De Guadalajara
Guadalajara, Mexico12.1980
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Strategic Planning
- Training and mentoring
- Presentations and public speaking
- Research abilities
- Stakeholder Management
- Academic Counseling
- Staff Supervision
Accomplishments
- Developed a new welfare model and guided planning/forecasting for Mexican fishermen and aquaculturists, while overseeing all production and reporting, including all traditional directorate responsibilities. From 45,000 initial beneficiaries, new national programme benefits up to 150,000 people.
- Defined and implement the National Commission's first fishermen and aquaculturist census, and oversee a review of all reported beneficiaries since inception, which made possible to assist up to 150,000 rural people.
Languages
Spanish
English
elementary Japanese
French
Personal Information
- Age: 64
- Gender: Male
Certification
Technological Consultant, certified by the Mexican National Science and Technology Council;registered with code GE0270
Technological Consultant, certified by the Mexican Agricultural, Rural Development, Fishing, andFood Agency; registered with code 025-10-2002-09-2004-0293-ATP
Publications
Hubbard Zamudio, W. & S. Yamasaki. (1990). Efficiency of Diatom, Chaetoceros calcitrans and Prasiniphyte Tetraselmis tetrathele as Food for Early Larval Stages of Prawn Penaeus japonicus, Mini Rev. Data File. Res., 6, 121-125.
Hubbard-Zamudio W, Rodríguez-Quiroz G, Gutiérrez-Yurrita P. Shrimp farming and mangroves: entities in conflict?. Lat. Am. J. Aquat. Res.. 2023;51(5): 642-657. Available from: doi:10.3856/vol51-issue5-fulltext-3057 [Accessed 27 Nov. 2023].
Timeline
General Director
Mexican National Commission for Aquaculture and Fisheries
01.2018 - 01.2022
C.E.O.
Acuicola La Filipina, SPR De RI
01.2007 - Current
Operations Manager
Sea Farmers, S.A. de C.V.
01.2003 - 01.2018
C.E.O.
Ecoproyectos de Sistemas, S.A. de C.V.
01.1994 - 01.2003
Project Leader
Ingenieros Químicos de Proceso, S.A.
01.1992 - 01.1993
Production Manager
El Trozado Shrimp Farm
01.1991 - 01.1993
Head of the Biology Department
Universidad de Occidente
01.1986 - 01.1990
Fisheries and Aquaculture Advisor
Mexican Senate
Ph.D. - Landscape Conservation
Instituto Politecnico Nacional
No Degree - GIS (Geographic Information System) Technician
MASTERGIS
Certificate - Shrimp Larvae Culture
University of Kagoshima
Master of Science - Fisheries Biology & Management
University College of North Wales
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Universidad Autónoma De Guadalajara
Similar Profiles
KATHERINE WHITEKATHERINE WHITE
Administrative Assistant at The Florida Senate: Senate AdministrationAdministrative Assistant at The Florida Senate: Senate Administration
Josselyn Mariu HillJosselyn Mariu Hill
Senior Legal and Policy Analyst at Georgia State SenateSenior Legal and Policy Analyst at Georgia State Senate
Perla Lopez LiberatoPerla Lopez Liberato
Deputy District Director at New York State SenateDeputy District Director at New York State Senate