Over the last few decades, Latin America has made great advancements in both political and economic stability. The region is led by two global powerhouses, Brazil and Mexico, but emerging economies including Peru and Colombia are expected to continue to rise in the ranks of the global economy in the years to come. With this economic growth has come governmental challenges: between 2003 and 2011, 50 million Latin Americans joined the middle class. As the middle class grows, demands for better social services and more equitable policies will increase. Yet social and economic inequality persists throughout Latin America, presenting multifaceted issues for both domestic and foreign interests to consider.
The 2014 Latin American Business Conference will bring together respected leaders from multiple industries across Latin America to explore some of the critical economic and financial issues facing the region. The speakers will discuss particular industries as well as address the overall macroeconomic trends that must be considered when doing business in Latin America.
FEATURED SPEAKERS:
Hernán Rodríguez ('93) | Chief Executive Officer, Empresas CMPC S.A.
Judy D. Olian | Dean, John E. Anderson Chair in Management, UCLA Anderson
Sebastian Edwards| Distinguished Professor; Henry Ford II Chair in International Management, UCLA Anderson
Jim Allen ('93) | Managing Director, Head of Mergers and Acquisitions Latin America, Morgan Stanley
Pedro Mario Burelli | Founder and Managing Director, B+V Consulting; Former Executive Board Member, PDVSA (Petróleos de Venezuela)
Ambassador Vilma Martínez | President, Los Angeles Board of Harbor Commissioners; Former United States Ambassador to Argentina
Francisco Andragnes | Managing Partner, Metro Buildings; Former Chief Investment Officer, Prudential Real Estate Investors Latin America
Sandor Valner| Principal and Chief Executive Officer, Walton Street Capital; Former Founder, VALOR Real Estate
Eric Sussman | Senior Lecturer of Real Estate and Accounting, UCLA Anderson; Managing Partner, Sequoia Real Estate Partners
SCHEDULE:
1:00 - 1:30pm Registration & Check-In
1:30 - 1:45pm Welcome Remarks
1:45 - 2:45pm Keynote Address, followed by discussion with Dean Judy Olian
2:45 - 3:45pm Panel Discussion I: Latin America's Next Challenges
3:45 - 4:45pm Panel Discussion II: Latin American Real Estate
5:00 - 7:00pm Networking Reception
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