Imptek Strengthens Ties with Academia During a Visit to the International University of Ecuador
March 20, 2026
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From left to right: Santiago Campaña—Engineering Contracts Manager at Secterpet—forum moderator; Daniel Avila—Planning and Logistics Manager at Danec; Enith Carrion – former Deputy Minister of Electricity, energy consultant; Oswaldo Cortez – Regional Engineering Manager; Pamela Ubidia – Operations Manager, Ecuacopia Group; Patricio Crespo – Operations Manager, Saint-Gobain Imptek
The EFx Emprendedores Ecuador forum serves as a strategic platform for strengthening the link between academia and industry, fostering the development of technical skills and innovative entrepreneurship in the country.
In a context where sectors linked to industry, construction, and logistics account for more than 30% of Ecuador’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), strengthening technical skills and fostering collaboration between academia and industry are key factors for competitiveness and economic growth.
In this context, the presentation by Patricio Crespo, Operations Manager at Saint-Gobain Imptek, provided a clear overview of the challenges and opportunities facing Ecuador’s industrial sector. During his remarks, he highlighted the role of engineering as a driver of productive transformation, noting that operational efficiency and the adoption of technology are key factors in boosting business competitiveness.
One of the central themes of the forum was a discussion of the skills that today’s industry demands of new generations of engineers. In line with this objective, the initiative promotes the comprehensive development of talent through three pillars: design, technical presentations, and oral communication—skills that complement technical training and are crucial in increasingly dynamic and demanding environments.
The event brought together industry leaders who shared their experiences in building and growing businesses, highlighting the need to align academic training with the real demands of the job market.
Imptek’s participation in this initiative reaffirms its commitment to developing young talent and fostering a more innovative, competitive, and sustainable industrial ecosystem. Through these initiatives, the company actively contributes to bridging the gap between academia and industry, promoting solutions that strengthen the present and shape the country’s productive future.
About Imptek:
Imptek-Chova del Ecuador S.A. is an Ecuadorian company belonging to the Saint-Gobain Group with 45 years of experience in the waterproofing, road construction, and light construction markets .
Its commitment to quality and innovation, the application of processes, its national and international certifications, its qualified personnel and environmentally responsible practices are some of the reasons why it is part of the 1000 most important companies in Ecuador. Since 2021 and to date it is a Great Place to Work certified company. Imptek has been exporting its products for 30 years to more than 8 countries in Latin America.
- 18 million in sales in 2024
- 100 employees, locations in 1 country
- Committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050
For more information about Imptek, visit us: http://www.imptekcorp.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram,YouTube and Tiktok.
About Saint-Gobain:
A global leader in lightweight and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures, and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, lightweight construction, and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a process of continuous innovation and deliver sustainability and performance. The Group, which will celebrate its 360th anniversary in 2025, remains more committed than ever to its purpose: “MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER HOME.”
- €46.6 billion in sales in 2024
- 161,000 employees, presence in 80 countries
- Committed to achieving zero net carbon emissions by 2050
For more information about Saint-Gobain, visit us at www.saint-gobain.com and follow us on X @saintgobain
