Orlando Gutierrez-Boronat, Ph.D., Dr. Gutierrez-Boronat holds a PhD in the Philosophy of International Studies from the University of Miami, alongside undergraduate degrees in communications and political science as well as an MA in political science from Florida International University. He is the author of articles in highly recognized publications and has written several books. His book, Cuba: A Nation in Search of a State, is referred to as a central work in the understanding of Cuban ideological families and Cuban exile nationalism. Dr. Gutierrez-Boronat is a Senior Research Associate at the Cuban Studies Institute.