David Gamboa Solano is a distinguished academic and policy advisor with a strong foundation in comparative politics, specialising in Latin American studies. He holds a Research Master in Comparative Politics from Sciences Po Paris, where he focused his thesis on "Rational Choice and Ideological Constraints in Public Policy Evaluation." Additionally, David has a European and Social Studies degree from King’s College London and an undergraduate degree in political sciences from Sciences Po Paris, specialising in the Ibero-American region. 

Significant roles in policy advisory and research mark David's professional experience. He is a Junior Advisor at the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), contributing to tax policy and administration research. Previously, he has held consultancy and advisory positions at the OECD, the Youth Political Participation Index Project with the Rift Valley Institute, and the First Lady's Office in Costa Rica. His research has been recognised through his work with the European Research Council and the University of Amsterdam, where he has focused on political representation and minority adaptability.

In addition to his academic and professional accomplishments, David actively participates in public discourse and policy advocacy. He is a member of the Scientific Committee at Revista Derecho en Sociedad. He has contributed to notable publications and podcasts that explore governance, citizen participation, and the impacts of whistleblowing in Latin America. His leadership extends to founding and presiding over Abya Yala Paris, a Latin American cultural association at Sciences Po. 

David's work is underpinned by his multilingual capabilities and Spanish, French, English, and Portuguese proficiency. His contributions to public policy, political science, and comparative politics are driven by a commitment to enhancing governance and public administration, particularly within the Latin American context.