Luis Felipe Saenz

Luis Felipe Saenz is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at the Darla Moore School of Business, University of South Carolina. His research focuses on macroeconomics, growth and development, economic history, and political economy. He actively contributes to academic research while maintaining professional affiliations through teaching and mentorship.

• Ph.D. in Economics, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (2018)
• M.A. and B.S. in Economics, Universidad de Los Andes, Bogotá (Colombia)

His research explores macroeconomic dynamics, long-term economic development patterns, and the intersection of historical economic systems with modern political frameworks. He has collaborated with international institutions to advance policy-oriented economic analysis.

• Research Fellow at the Inter-American Development Bank (2010-2012)

Contact: felipe.saenz@moore.sc.edu • Office: Darla Moore School of Business, Room 447 • Phone: 803-576-7281