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Rocael Hernández Rizzardini, Ph.D.

Director GES - Digital University. Director Von Neumann Institute. CEO Corporation IT Industry at Universidad Galileo at Universidad Galileo

About me

Rocael Hernández-Rizzardini combines academic excellence with real-world business insights.

At Galileo University, Rocael Hernández-Rizzardini serves as the Director of the GES department, steering its focus towards the concept of the Digital University. Under his leadership, diverse teams specialize in various facets of the digital domain: from learning and marketing to communications, technology, and research. Each team collaborates to redefine and reshape how education is approached in the digital age.

In addition to his role in the GES department, Dr. Hernández-Rizzardini is also the Director of the Von Neumann Institute. There, crafting innovative online degrees, ensuring that education remains both accessible and cutting-edge for students globally.

He envisions a "Future University" that aligns with today's technological strides, bridging the gap between traditional education and the digital realm.

As the CEO of a dynamic enterprise with extensive project experience spanning the USA, Canada, Europe, and Latam, Dr. Hernández-Rizzardini synergizes his academic and research background to champion purposeful innovation. Drawing from diverse customer engagements across these regions, he harnesses his deep-rooted passion for digital transformation, viewing it as an instrumental solution to contemporary challenges.