Rafael Chanin is an innovative educator and leader whose work bridges academic excellence and entrepreneurial impact. As an adjunct professor at PUCRS and a Project Manager at TECNOPUC, he has spearheaded transformative initiatives such as TIC em Trilhas, a program that reached over 6678 participants in 2024, offering accessible, high-quality education in computer science and entrepreneurship.
Under his guidance, nine startups launched by TIC em Trilhas participants have joined the Tecnopuc ecosystem, illustrating the seamless connection Rafael creates between learning and real-world opportunities. As an Apple Distinguished Educator, he integrates cutting-edge teaching methodologies like Challenge-Based Learning (CBL), fostering creativity, critical thinking, and hands-on problem-solving.
Rafael’s leadership has not only reshaped the entrepreneurial landscape within PUCRS and TECNOPUC but also inspired students to achieve lasting success, contributing to the broader entrepreneurial ecosystem in Brazil.
