About Me
Prof. Dr. Samuel Ortiz is an eminent scholar and policy strategist with more than 25 years of
experience in public administration, legal governance, and institutional reform. His career
has
bridged academia, government, and international organizations, making him one of the most
respected voices in digital governance, administrative ethics, and public policy
modernization.
Before joining Woodcroft University, Dr. Ortiz served as a Senior Policy Advisor to the
United
Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and led major governance initiatives focusing on
digital
transparency, e-governance, and legislative modernization across Latin America and Europe.
At Woodcroft University, he oversees the Faculty of Public Administration, Governance & Law,
developing programs that prepare future leaders to design transparent, equitable, and
data-driven governance models for both the public and private sectors. His work champions
ethical leadership, civic innovation, and digital democracy as the foundation for
21st-century
governance.
Area of Expertise
- Public Policy Design and Implementation
- Digital Governance and Smart Administration
- Public Sector Leadership and Institutional Reform
- Comparative Public Law and Policy Studies
- Cyber Law, Privacy, and Digital Ethics
- International Development and Civic Innovation
My Courses
- Public Administration and Policy Analysis
- Governance Analytics and Decision Systems
- Digital Law and Ethical Governance
- Comparative Administrative Systems
- Leadership and Accountability in Public Institutions
Research Contributions
Dr. Ortiz’s research explores the evolving intersection of governance, technology, and law,
focusing on how digital systems can strengthen institutional accountability. His recent
projects
examine AI-enabled policy evaluation tools and blockchain frameworks for secure public
record-keeping.
He also directs the Woodcroft Center for Governance Innovation (WCGI), which partners with
international agencies and think tanks to research civic data transparency, cyber law
reform,
and human-rights-based digital policies.
His work has been featured in The Journal of Public Administration Research & Theory, Global
Policy Review, and Law & Digital Ethics Quarterly.
Achievements
🏆 Global Governance Leadership Award (2024) – International Institute of Administrative
Sciences
🏆 Distinguished Scholar in Public Policy (2023) – American Society for Public Administration
🏆 Top 50 Global Thought Leaders in Digital Law (2022) – Governance World Forum
🏆 Excellence in Public Administration Education (2025) – Woodcroft University
