Otto Sonnenholzner served as Vice President of Ecuador from 2018 to 2020. A seasoned communicator and entrepreneur, he spent over a decade as a radio host and led the Ecuadorian Association of Broadcasters, standing out as a firm defender of freedom of expression. His career spans diverse sectors—including broadcasting, telecommunications, construction, commerce, and agriculture—demonstrating a rare ability to bridge business and public service. He has also taught economics and communication at the Universidad Católica de Guayaquil, reinforcing his commitment to education and civic engagement. Sonnenholzner brings a pragmatic and purpose-driven leadership style shaped by experience across crisis management, media, and nation building.