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Washington, D.C.
Public Policy • Governance Systems • Legal Reform • Digital Law & Ethics • Administrative Leadership
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.
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.
🏆 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
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