Manuel Álvarez Fuentes

Manuel Álvarez Fuentes is a Professor at Tecnológico de Monterrey's School of Architecture, Art and Design in Mexico City, with over 47 years of experience in teaching and consulting across various design disciplines. He previously held academic positions at Universidad Iberoamericana, UAM-Xochimilco, and UNAM.

• Education: Bachelor of Industrial Design (Universidad Iberoamericana, 1971), Master in Design (Royal College of Art, 1975)
• Key Roles: Founder of CODIGRAM, Director of Industrial Design and Graphic Department (1978-1982), Innovation Leader at ALFHER Porcewol

His research focuses span industrial design, visual communication, and business model innovation, with notable contributions to signage systems and design consultancy. He has served on the Red Dot Award jury for over a decade.

• Teaching Areas: Experience Design, Professional Insertion Project, Family Business Management

Scientific Awards: Red Dot Award Concept Design jury member (2018), with continuous involvement in the Red Dot Product Design Award since 2008.