Freddy Hernández-Barajas is a dedicated professor and the director of the Statistics Research Group at the National University of Colombia. With a Master's degree and a PhD in Statistics, he brings extensive knowledge and expertise to his role. His strong educational background in Industrial Engineering enhances his multidisciplinary approach to research and teaching. Hernández-Barajas specializes in statistical computing, linear models, mixed models, and simulation, allowing him to address complex statistical problems and explore innovative methodologies. As an experienced educator, he has taught courses for undergraduate, graduate, and Master's students, mentoring and advising numerous students. As the coordinator of the GIEMED research group, he has facilitated fruitful research endeavours. Hernández-Barajas is an active member of the Colombian Statistical Association, contributing to the development of the statistical community. Overall, he is an accomplished professor, researcher, and leader, promoting statistical excellence through his work.