Dr Adauto do Nascimento Kaneyuki has been working in the agribusiness sector for over 20 years. He was an in-house lawyer at Syngenta Proteção de Cultivos LTDA and is now a founding partner of the law firm J. Ercílio de Oliveira Advogados. He currently acts as counsel for major agribusiness companies (trading firms, distributors and suppliers of agricultural inputs). In his role as the lawyer responsible for civil litigation strategy at J. Ercílio de Oliveira Advogados, he coordinates 160 judicial reorganisation cases, always acting in the interests of creditors; as such, he is an authority in this field. He is a member of the team of consultants at Plantar Educação (Siagri Educação) as an agricultural law specialist in agribusiness.

Alexandre Pegoraro is the CEO of Kronoos, a company specialising in compliance, KYC, KYB, background checks, due diligence and AML/CFT. A qualified lawyer from Mackenzie Presbyterian University, he has experience in developing solutions that combine data, artificial intelligence and evidence to support more secure and auditable decisions. He is also a National Ambassador for ANACO Brasil, a member of the Compliance Committee of the São Paulo Bar Association (OAB/SP) and a visiting lecturer at PUC-Campinas on the postgraduate course in Compliance and Business Ethics.

A partner at Hackmann, Costa & Advogados Associados since 1999. He has over twenty-five years’ experience in litigation and advisory law, specialising in corporate advisory services, with a nationwide scope. He has experience in mergers and acquisitions and is highly experienced in judicial reorganisation and insolvency proceedings, as well as in the development and coordination of strategies for debt recovery. He heads the firm’s judicial reorganisation and insolvency practice. Education Law degree from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS) Specialist in Civil Procedural Law from UFRGS Specialist in Judicial Reorganisation and Insolvency from UNISINOS Member of TMA Brasil

An executive with extensive practical experience in barter operations, financial solutions for agribusiness, credit, documentation and risk mitigation. Previously, he held a leadership position in the Barter and Financial Instruments division at Corteva, leading commodities operations and financial solutions in Brazil and Paraguay. He has built a career combining commercial execution, financial structuring and disciplined operations in agribusiness. He has a solid track record in expanding barter operations, commercial relationships, document governance, credit exposure management, pricing logic, derivatives and discipline in contract settlement. Throughout his career, he has broadened this knowledge base with experience in structured finance, technology-enabled operational models, governance and innovation. He combines field-oriented execution with financial sophistication to create scalable solutions that generate value for the client whilst preserving portfolio quality and operational integrity. Recognised as one of the 100 most influential professionals in Brazilian agribusiness and a member of the BM&FBOVESPA Commodities Advisory Board (livestock and maize sectors) between 2014 and 2017.

Master’s degree in Business Law from the Getúlio Vargas Foundation (FGV-SP). Specialist in ESG from Saint Paul Business School. Specialist in Civil Procedural Law from PUC-SP. Law degree from the São Bernardo do Campo Law School (FDSBC). Certified in Business Spanish by the Madrid Chamber of Commerce. Full member of the São Paulo Bar Association (IASP). Member of the Agribusiness Committee of the São Paulo Bar Association (OAB-SP) for the three-year terms 2013–2015 and 2016–2018. Coordinator of the Agribusiness Committee at the Brazilian Institute of Business Law (IBRADEMP). Director and Vice-President of the AASP – Lawyers’ Association. Recognised as one of Brazil’s most admired lawyers in 2016, 2020, 2022, 2023 and 2024 by Análise Advocacia magazine. Recognised as a leading lawyer in the field of agribusiness by Chambers & Partners Global – Latin America in 2017, as well as by Leaders League in 2022 and 2023 – Agribusiness Highly Recommended. Recognised by Best Lawyers in 2025 and 2016. Nominated for the FGV Direito SP award for best dissertations in 2019. Author of *Electronic Credit Instruments and Agribusiness*, published by Singular in 2020, and one of the editors and authors of *Legal Panorama of Agribusiness*, published by the same publisher in 2021. Partner at the law firm Freitas e Assad Advogados.

He has 16 years’ experience in agribusiness and is a lawyer with extensive experience in the areas of input distribution, trade and farming. He is currently also responsible for corporate governance, internal controls, ESG and compliance.

Ben Martin Balik is a growth strategist in the agribusiness sector and a specialist in turning marketing into commercial demand. As the founder of CHA Agromkt, he works to help companies in the sector integrate marketing, sales, after-sales and management to grow with greater predictability, efficiency and competitive advantage. In his talks, he offers a practical and strategic perspective on how the agribusiness sector can move away from ad-hoc approaches and use marketing as a real lever for growth.

A business administrator with an MBA in Business Management from FGV. Co-founder and head of market access at Agrolend, a finance company specialising in providing credit to small and medium-sized farmers. He has over 21 years’ experience in the financial sector, having worked for Syngenta, Bayer and Superbac. He has been working in the agricultural sector for 16 years, focusing on Structured Finance, Barter, Credit and Debt Collection.

Carlos Fernandes has over 33 years’ experience in executive roles in the fields of finance, credit, debt collection, treasury, controllership and audit. He began his career at PwC and Morgan Guaranty Trust, building a strong track record in credit management, debt collection and barter at multinationals such as Monsanto, ADM, BASF, HELM and UPL, as well as serving as Finance Director at InVivo Trading and CFO at GS. He is currently a partner at FinMark Soluções Empresariais and, through the FinMark + RenovaGrão partnership, leads financial intelligence and risk management solutions for the agribusiness sector — covering CFO-as-a-Service, agri-credit structuring, governance, and the mitigation of foreign exchange and commodity risks. He holds a degree in Accountancy, a postgraduate qualification in Controllership from FGV, an MBA in Business Management from FIA/USP and a Board Member Certification from the IBGC; he also acts as a speaker and is a nationally recognised authority in the credit market.

Over 35 years’ experience in agribusiness, working in the areas of credit, trade finance, capital markets and risk management at banks and companies such as Case, Novartis, Syngenta, FMC and Nufarm. He was Executive Director at CCAB Projetos and is currently Director of New Financial Structures at TerraMagna. Among the various financial structures he has developed, he played a key role in the implementation of the first ‘pulverised’ CRA in 2012.

Legal Manager at Luchesi Advogados, with a solid educational background including ESG and Innovation from PUC, an MBA in Agribusiness and postgraduate qualifications in Urban, Environmental and Civil Procedural Law. Member of the Brazilian Union of Environmental Lawyers and the ESG Commission of the Brazilian Institute of Business Law.

She holds a Master’s degree in Agribusiness, is a PhD candidate in Economics specialising in Finance, and is an expert in credit and risk within the agribusiness sector. She has 25 years’ experience in the agribusiness sector and serves as Executive Manager in the Credit & Collections department at NITRO, with expertise in risk management, credit analysis, collateral and the development of strategies for sustainable business growth. She has a solid track record in the agro-industrial sector, leading projects on process improvement, automation and credit governance in South America. She also conducts academic research focused on modelling credit risk in agribusiness, integrating finance with the sector’s risk variables.

A visionary entrepreneur with over 25 years’ experience in IT, he is a partner and chief executive at upLexis, a leading Brazilian provider of automation solutions for risk and compliance. His work focuses on strategic decision-making and product innovation involving Big Data, Analytics and Artificial Intelligence. He has a strong presence in the innovation ecosystem as an angel investor; he is also a board member of the Brazilian Association of Lawtechs and Legaltechs (AB2L) and serves on the advisory board of VC-backed lawtechs such as Contraktor and Pré-Âmbulo Tech.

A graduate in Business Administration from Faculdade Prudente de Morais, with an MBA in Financial Management, Controllership and Auditing from FGV, and an MBA in Corporate Finance from FGV. 26 years’ experience in the areas of Credit, Sales and Finance at companies such as: CASE, IHARA, BAYER, RURAL BRASIL, BOA SAFRA SEMENTES, BIOTROP; currently Treasury and Credit Manager at Pi Agsciences (an Indian multinational commencing operations in Brazil).

A finance executive with over 25 years’ experience in finance, controllership, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), credit, risk management and business performance. She currently serves as Business Finance Associate Director at FMC Brasil, supporting strategic initiatives relating to cash flow, credit management, risk mitigation, debt recovery and commercial strategy.

– Degree in International Trade – MBA – Agribusiness Management (FGV) – MBA – Strategic Marketing (FDC) – Over 25 years’ experience in the agribusiness sector – Experience in commodity origination and derivatives – Solid knowledge of barter – Has worked for major agribusiness companies (seed producers, trading houses and manufacturers) – Currently Director of Barter and Financial Tools for Brazil and Paraguay at Corteva Agriscience

Agricultural Engineer and Lawyer, with an Executive MBA and a specialisation in Logistics from IFIT – Liège, Mons and Leuven – Belgium. He was a member of the BM&F Soya and Maize Chamber and the ANEC Contracts Commission. Former guest lecturer on the Agribusiness MBA programme at PECEGE-ESALQ-USP and BM&F Educacional. He was Origination Manager at Cutrale-Quintella Trading, Project and Logistics Manager at Copas Fertilizantes, and Risk and Commodities Manager at Monsanto do Brasil (recipient of the Monsanto Manager Award 2000). He was Technical Director of the National Agricultural Society and Chair of the MAPA Thematic Chamber for Agribusiness Credit and Marketing. He teaches on INSPER’s short course in Agribusiness Law and is a member of the Advisory Board of CONACREDI (National Congress on Agribusiness Credit).

Fernando Tardioli Lima is a solicitor and founding partner of the law firm Tardioli Lima Advogados, with a distinguished track record in the areas of corporate law, commercial law, employment law and civil procedure, particularly in the fields of debt recovery and franchising. As President of the Brazilian Association of Mangalarga Horse Breeders (ABCCRM) and a member of the Board of the Brazilian Franchising Association (ABF), he has an extensive track record in institutional roles, having held positions of national and international significance, such as Legal Director of the ABF (2015–2020), Director of Institutional Affairs at the ABF (2013–2015), Legal Vice-President of the World Franchise Council (WFC) and Legal Director of the Ibero-American Franchise Federation (FIAF). He also served as Legal Director of ABCCRM between 2007 and 2011. Recognised for his professional excellence and contribution to the legal and business sectors, he has been elected on several occasions – and again in 2026 – as one of Brazil’s most admired lawyers by the publication Análise Advocacia 500. He is a speaker and the author of articles published in various specialist publications. He is also a farmer in the states of São Paulo and Mato Grosso do Sul, where he is dedicated to the selection and genetic improvement of the Mangalarga, Nelore and Brangus breeds, respectively.

Strategy, innovation and capacity building “to solve complex problems in rapidly changing environments. IMPACT Executive, entrepreneur and lecturer with over 22 years’ experience in global companies in the automotive, telecommunications, chemical and Agribusiness sectors, with a track record of working in Brazil, Mexico, the United States and Canada, focusing on business growth, operations and organisational transformation. He possesses strong expertise in supply chain management, quality, innovation and strategy, and has trained over 1,000 professionals in operational excellence using Lean Six Sigma. He is a mentor at the FIA Profuturo StartupLab, an angel investor and a lecturer at FIA. He holds a degree in Production Engineering, an MBA from FIA and a Master’s in Design Thinking from MIT. He has also been trained by MIT in Digital Transformation with AI, holding certifications such as Master Black Belt, Scrum Master and Theory of Constraints. A pioneer in linking Business Excellence with AI, he stands out for his combination of analytical rigour, systems thinking and practical application in solving complex problems. Strategic clarity stems from the combination of structured thinking, practical experience and adaptability.

Franciele Munhoz de Souza is Manager of Internal Controls, Risk and Compliance at Sicoob Credinter and has over 10 years’ experience in the credit union sector. A qualified accountant with an MBA in Auditing, Controllership and Finance, she holds CPA-10 and CPA-20 certifications and is also a member of Sicoob’s Leadership Development Programme (PDL). As head of the Internal Controls, Risk and Compliance department, she works to integrate different risk perspectives, drawing on her experience in due diligence, AML/CFT and credit risk, helping to transform risk information and indicators into insights that support safer and more sustainable decision-making. Her work is also focused on strengthening the risk culture and bridging the gap between controls, strategy and the business, supporting senior management and governance bodies in their decision-making.

Frederico Favacho is a lawyer, arbitrator and holds a PhD in Private International Law from the University of São Paulo (USP), where he also obtained a Master’s degree in the Philosophy of Law under the supervision of Prof. Celso Lafer. A Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (FCIArb), he is a partner at Santos Neto Advogados and has been practising for over 20 years in international arbitration and trade in agricultural commodities, energy and maritime transport. He is a member of GAFTA, ICA, FOSFA and CBAR, and is listed on the panels of arbitrators for various Brazilian arbitration chambers. Recognised by Chambers & Partners, Benchmark Latin America and Análise Advocacia, he is a university lecturer, a speaker at national and international events, and the author and co-editor of publications on agribusiness law and arbitration.

Agricultural Engineer and holder of a Master’s degree in Agronomy from ESALQ/USP, with a specialisation from IESE. Over 25 years’ experience in the financial and insurance sectors, specialising in agribusiness operations, with extensive experience in risk management and the management of agricultural insurance portfolios in the Brazilian market; having worked for companies such as MAPFRE, BBMAPFRE and SWISS Re; representative and chair of the agricultural insurance committee at FenSeg. He currently heads the agribusiness division at IRB Resseguros and is expanding its scope into international markets.

An agricultural engineer, farmer and fintech entrepreneur with a strong presence in the Brazilian agribusiness sector. He is currently CEO of AgRisk, an intelligence platform that assesses risks and drives strategic decision-making in the agricultural sector, and chairman of the board at Nagro, a fintech company he co-founded in 2015, which has already provided over US$ 100 million in financing to more than 7,000 farmers via 100% digital channels. With a degree in Agronomy from UFU and an MBA in Agribusiness Management from USP/ESALQ, he combines practical experience in the field with corporate experience — having worked at Nutrien — and leadership in innovation. He also manages farms in Minas Gerais, where he applies cutting-edge agricultural practices. His career has already been recognised internationally, notably through the World Economic Forum’s Tech Pioneers programme, and Nagro ranks among Brazil’s top 50 disruptive fintechs.

He holds a degree in Accountancy from UEL, a postgraduate qualification in Controllership and Finance from PUC, and an MBA in Strategic Business Management from FGV. He is currently a Partner and CEO/CFO of the Ponto Rural Group. He has over 20 years’ experience in Controllership and Finance, including with multinational companies, and has worked as a consultant and auditor for companies across various sectors; he has been in the agribusiness sector for 16 years.

Originally from Minas Gerais, born in the town of Patrocínio, she built her career in the financial sector in São Paulo and the USA. She was a partner at two investment brokerages: Xp Inc and Genial Investimentos. In 2021, she founded Campo Capital, a credit advisory platform that raises funds for agribusinesses and farmers through the capital markets.

She holds a degree in Accountancy, with a specialisation in Corporate Accounting, Risk Management and Finance. She holds an MBA in Leadership and Business Management, having studied at FIA, Fundação Dom Cabral, Insper and IMD – International Institute for Management Development – Lausanne, Switzerland. Professional Experience A professional with over 19 years’ experience at Juparanã, where she began her career as an accountant and currently holds the executive position of Director of Administration and Finance. She is responsible for the strategic leadership of the Accounting, Finance, Credit, Legal, Procurement, Information Technology and Facilities departments.

Higher Education Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Engineering Institution: State University of Londrina – UEL Duration: 1980 to 1984 Postgraduate Studies Master’s Degree in Soils and Plant Nutrition Institution: Federal University of Lavras – UFLA Duration: 1988 to 1991 Thesis Title: Nutritional limitations of Colonião (Panicum maximun Jacq) and Brachiaria (Brachiaria decumbens) Professional Experience Agricultural Engineer at the Cotia Agricultural Cooperative in Assis Chateaubriand – PR (1985 to 1987) Lecturer in Soil Fertility at the Luiz Meneghel Faculty of Agronomy Foundation in Bandeirantes – PR (1990 to 1991) Consultant at Laborsolo Agronomic Analyses in Londrina – PR (1993 to 1997) Central Bank of Brazil (since 2000) – I currently hold the post of Deputy Head of Unit in the Department of Regulation, Supervision and Control of Rural Credit and Proagro Operations (Derop)

Executive Director of Content at Menths Corporate Education, Partner at Peixoto Law Firm and Legal Director of the Consulth Group. A court-appointed expert and member of the Brazilian Association of Court-Appointed Experts, with a postgraduate qualification in the Law of Obligations and Civil Enforcement. Currently studying for a Master’s degree in Legal Sciences. Active since 2008 in the B2B credit, debt recovery and fraud sector, Jonis develops content focused on these areas, as well as delivering lectures and training sessions.

A professional with extensive experience in agribusiness, with over 30 years“ professional experience, having worked for companies such as Monsanto, BASF, Timac Agro, Prime Action Consulting, Guarany and AGDATA, holding leadership positions in Brazil and Latin America in the following areas: Sales, Marketing, Administration, CRM and ”Go-to-Market’. Elected in 2025 as a Top Agribusiness Voice by LinkedIn, with over 31,900 followers on the platform, Agricultural Engineer with an MBA in Agribusiness Management from FGV and an MBA in Marketing from FIA/USP. Lecturer on four MBA programmes (ESPM, ESALQ/USP, FIA and Instituto Futurum). CEO at R2M – Ready2Market, which specialises in consultancy, training, professional mentoring and public speaking in the areas of Sales & Marketing and Leadership for the agribusiness sector. Regional Director for Latin America at AgGateway (a global, non-profit organisation that promotes and enables digital agriculture).

Board Member (CCA+ IBGC) in agribusiness organisations, Chair of the São Paulo Peanut Sector Chamber, Farmer, Associate Lecturer at the Fundação Instituto de Administração (FIA) and the Fundação Dom Cabral. PhD in Agronomy from Unesp – Jaboticabal Campus, with postdoctoral research at the University of Alberta, Canada, and an Executive MBA from the Dom Cabral Foundation. He has had experience in the cooperative sector since 2003, including involvement with the Young Cooperativists“ Group, and served as Chairman of the Board of Directors of Coplana – Agro-industrial Cooperative (2014–2020). He was a member of the technical team for the OCB System’s ”Manual of Good Practices in Cooperative Governance’. He works to support organisations in addressing their corporate challenges, bringing a strategic, innovative and governance-focused perspective.

Graduated in Law from PUC/GO in 2009. Postgraduate qualifications in Agribusiness from Insper/SP and in Agricultural and Agribusiness Law from Fundação Castelo Branco/SP. MBA in Agribusiness Law from FGI. Lecturer on postgraduate courses in agricultural contracts and succession planning and management. Member of the FAET Legal Affairs Committee. Active in the agribusiness sector since 2011.

A psychologist for 21 years, having graduated from PUC Goiás, with an MBA in People Management, an MBA in Agribusiness Management from ESALQ, and a postgraduate qualification in Leadership and Coaching. He works as a Human Resources executive for national and multinational companies. He has delivered over 500 talks across various regions of Brazil and has trained more than 1,000 leaders. Currently, in addition to managing his own companies, Leandro provides mentoring, delivers talks, and runs both open and bespoke training programmes. In recent years, he has taken part in major events as a speaker, conveying his key message: ‘Those who know themselves, GROW.’.

A business administrator specialising in Financial Management, with over 20 years’ experience in agribusiness and a solid track record in the areas of credit and debt collection. Throughout my career, I have worked for major companies in the sector, such as Bayer, Nutrien and EuroChem, and I currently hold the position of Credit Manager at Green Place. I have extensive experience in credit risk management, financial analysis, credit policies and limits, and the development and application of risk matrices, as well as a strong track record in negotiations with farmers and resellers. I am particularly noted for my experience in structuring and automating credit pipeline processes, aiming to achieve greater agility, operational efficiency and confidence in decision-making. I take a strategic approach to risk management, balancing business growth, financial protection and the sustainability of the credit portfolio. A professional with an analytical, strategic and leadership-oriented profile, possessing strong interpersonal skills, team development capabilities and the ability to lead projects aimed at transforming and advancing credit management in agribusiness.

TRAG is an insurtech company specialising in the measurement and transfer of climate risk for the agribusiness sector. It develops solutions based on data and artificial intelligence to support financial institutions, input distributors, manufacturers and farmers in making decisions regarding credit and financial protection. A law graduate, he has over 16 years’ experience in the agricultural risk and insurance sector, specialising in the design of products and solutions aimed at mitigating risks in the agricultural sector. As head of TRAG, he leads initiatives that link advanced climate analysis to instruments such as parametric insurance, contributing to greater resilience and efficiency in risk management within the sector.

Lilian Munhoz is a journalist with a postgraduate qualification in International Relations and an MBA in Agribusiness from Esalq/USP. She has been reporting on the agribusiness sector for 15 years. At TV Terraviva, Band’s agribusiness channel, she was editor-in-chief and news presenter for 13 years. She is a master of ceremonies and a partner at Comunicativas, a communications and press relations firm offering a range of services to agribusiness companies.

An executive with over 27 years’ experience in finance, management accounting, treasury, credit and debt collection, risk management, strategic planning and investor relations. He has held senior positions at companies such as Siemens, Nokia and Syngenta. As CFO, he led the finance departments at Advanta Seeds, Grupo Cinesystem and Biotrop. Since 2021, he has served as managing partner and CFO at CSV Partners, a business consultancy specialising in developing financial solutions for medium-sized companies and start-ups.

Founding partner, solicitor, holder of a law degree from the Pontifical Catholic University of Campinas, São Paulo, with a specialisation in Criminal and Economic Law from the Getúlio Vargas Foundation, São Paulo. State Councillor of the Brazilian Bar Association (OAB/SP) and Rapporteur of the 8th Appeals Chamber of the OAB/SP Ethics and Disciplinary Tribunal, both for the 2025–2027 term. He has been practising in the agribusiness sector for over 20 years, specialising in litigation, debt recovery, advisory work, contract law and structured agribusiness transactions. Recognised as one of Brazil’s most admired lawyers by *Análise Advocacia* magazine in 2026 and *Análise Advocacia Regional* in 2026, both in the Full Service category.

Marcela Zaidem is the founder of CNP People Solutions, a consultancy specialising in organisational culture that has already carried out more than 80 projects for companies of various sizes and across different sectors in Brazil. At the helm of CNP, she works directly with leaders and teams to transform the intangible aspects of culture into consistent behaviours aligned with business strategy. A psychologist with a postgraduate qualification in Business Management from Fundação Dom Cabral, she has built her career leading Human Resources and Management departments in organisations such as Disney, Cosan, FOX Sports and G4 Educação, where she contributed to initiatives that have impacted more than 600,000 jobs. Instagram: marcela.zaidem

Over 25 years in agribusiness and the innovation sector, combining expertise from the field and industry whilst driving forward his mission to contribute to the legacy of Brazilian agriculture — from research and development to the role of Global VP at the company’s headquarters in Germany. He returned to Brazil in 2023 to lead the Agricultural Solutions division and drive a profound transformation of the business model, culture and results.

I have been working in the agricultural sector for just over 30 years, in multinational agricultural chemicals companies, in the areas of C&C and Barter, and currently as Senior Manager of Treasury, Barter and Risk at Sumitomo Chemical.

Over 20 years’ experience in agribusiness. Working in the field of credit and debt collection, currently as Credit Manager at Cooperativa C.Vale, where I develop credit policies and business models, manage barter transactions, agribusiness securities and guarantees, deliver training for high-performance teams, structure business processes (both with and without the use of technology tools), and oversee people management and development. Working closely with the sales department to support credit operations, expanding the customer base to grow and sustain the business, whilst ensuring the security of operations. Always working with a focus on results and a people-centred approach.

A lawyer in São Paulo, specialising in business law at GVLaw. Legal manager of the litigation team at Rabobank Brasil.

Part-time lecturer at the Faculty of Business Administration of the University of São Paulo (USP) and at the Harven Agribusiness School in Ribeirão Preto (SP). He graduated as an Agricultural Engineer from the Luiz de Queiroz School of Agriculture (USP) in 1991, pursued his entire postgraduate career in business strategy and became a full professor at USP at the age of 40. He furthered his postgraduate studies in France (1995) and in the Netherlands (1998/1999) at Wageningen. Since 2006, he has been an International Professor at the University of Buenos Aires (Argentina); since 2013, at Purdue University in Indiana (United States) and at . He founded Markestrat Business Consultancy in 2004 and Harven Agribusiness School in 2023. He specialises in strategic planning and management, having carried out over 300 projects in the Brazilian and global agribusiness sectors. He has helped to set up and is a shareholder in five companies, three of which are start-ups. Author and editor of 80 books published in 10 countries, and over 200 articles in international and national scientific journals, with 6,000 citations according to Google Scholar, making him one of the most cited Brazilian scientists worldwide. He has been a columnist for the Beijing-based China Daily and Folha de S. Paulo, as well as writing articles for O Estado de S. Paulo and Valor Econômico, with over 700 newspaper articles to his name. He has been interviewed by publications such as the Financial Times, the Wall Street Journal and CNN, and has delivered over 1,800 lectures in 23 countries, making him one of the best-known and most respected Brazilians internationally in the fields of agribusiness and planning/strategy.

He is a speaker, consultant and writer, and has been helping companies and individuals to lead teams and manage crises, particularly in extreme situations. He has 29 years“ experience serving in the Rio de Janeiro Military Police, where he holds the rank of Colonel and is a former Commander of the Special Operations Battalion (BOPE). He holds a Master’s degree in Business Management and a qualification in Project Management from the Getulio Vargas Foundation (FGV). His key strength lies in his ability to combine his professional experience with academic theory, demonstrating, through practical examples, how experience in special operations and the day-to-day work of a manager complement one another, instilling a sense of purpose in the work and motivating teams – factors that drive performance and productivity. He has written a book entitled *Elite Management: Every Executive Leads Special Operations*, published by Evora. He currently holds the post of Under-Secretary for Security in Rio de Janeiro and also runs a management consultancy and executive education firm.

With over 15 years’ experience in producing and organising social and corporate events, Mayra’s career has been centred on delivering results through Competitive Intelligence. She has held positions at multinational content companies such as Pageant Media and Euromoney (London, UK) and the Informa Group (São Paulo, SP). She is currently the CEO and founder of CONACREDI. Mayra holds a degree in Translation and Interpreting (UMESP, 2006), a postgraduate qualification in English Language (UMESP, 2008), an MBA in Marketing (University of Wales – London, 2012) and an MBA in Business Management (USP-Esalq, 2021). She is married and the mother of Arthur, aged 9, João, aged 4, and Maria Fernanda, aged 2.

With 20 years’ experience in technology and leading nationwide initiatives, Murilo Oliveira is CEO and co-founding partner of Audsat, a leading provider of risk management for rural credit and insurance in Brazil through geospatial intelligence and remote sensing. Under his leadership, the company has established itself as a strategic partner to the country’s largest banks, credit unions and insurance companies, driving decision-making with scalable analytics and daily high-resolution satellite imagery across the country.

Senior finance executive in multinational agribusiness companies with extensive experience and expertise in the areas of Controllership, Credit and Debt Collection, Structured Transactions (Barter and Financial Transactions) and Treasury. She is currently Head of Digital Financial Solutions – Solutions for Agriculture Brazil. In 2016, she served as Manager of Controllership, Barter, Debt Collection and Performance, and Supply Chain in Argentina. She holds a degree from FIA-USP / University of São Paulo, and a Master’s in Finance (2005); PUC-SP / Pontifical University of São Paulo, Bachelor’s in Economics (1991).

Pedro Roso is co-founder and CEO of Docket, Brazil’s leading platform for optimising document search, pre-analysis and management operations for large companies. He holds a degree in Marketing, a postgraduate qualification in Business Administration from the Getúlio Vargas Foundation (FGV) and a postgraduate qualification in Leadership & Innovation from Stanford University (USA), and has over 15 years’ experience in business development. He has previously worked for companies such as Nikon and Grupo Egeu. In 2016, together with Rodrigo Lopes and Flavio Castaldi, he founded the legaltech company, and since 2021 has been part of the Endeavor Entrepreneurs team, responsible for supporting more than 2,200 entrepreneurs who lead over 1,300 companies in nearly 40 markets around the world.

Priscila Rangel has been a partner and Head of Credit and Collections at Farmtech since March 2026. She built her career at Banco Santander, where she worked for 20 years in agribusiness lending — 10 years in the corporate segment and 8 years in retail. She holds a degree in Business Administration from Mackenzie University and an MBA in Agribusiness from FGV.

PhD candidate and holder of a Master’s degree in Commercial Law from PUC/SP. Specialist in Business Law from FGV Direito/SP. He is Head of Legal and Compliance at a multinational agribusiness company. Member of the Agribusiness and Agrarian Relations Committee of the OAB/SP. Author of books and articles, and a speaker. He is the coordinator of the Agribusiness Law Committee at IPOJUR, an executive education institute.

He set up a sales operation which today generates revenue of over R$ 70 million

Head of Agribusiness at Opea Capital, Renato is responsible for the origination and structuring of CRA transactions, FIAGRO FIDC and FIDC in the agribusiness sector, with over 20 years’ experience in structuring agribusiness credit transactions in both local and international markets. He previously worked at companies such as Gaia Agro Securitizadora, where he was a Director responsible for the origination and structuring of CRAs and serving as a servicer in the agribusiness sector; KPMG, where he was a Manager in the debt advisory division for agribusiness companies; and INTL FCSTONE, where he was Head of Local Capital Markets.

An executive with extensive experience in financial management and technology applied to corporate efficiency, he is currently Managing Partner at Innovation Business, a leading provider of financial BPO and process automation solutions. His career combines strategic vision, a focus on performance and digital transformation, leading projects that integrate innovation, data intelligence and operational excellence in Brazil, Latin America and the United States.

Agricultural Engineer – ESALQ – USP, Specialisation in Management and Marketing – FGV – São Paulo, AMP – Advanced Management Programme – ISE/IESE Business School, São Paulo and Barcelona, Chairman/CEO – Agro Amazônia, Partner and Member of the Partners’ Council – Áster Máquinas John Deere (12 John Deere dealerships in MT and MS), Member of the Board of Directors – Andav, Member of the Board of Directors – Cearpa – MT

Rodrigo Moraes is Executive Director of Central Sicoob São Paulo, with a solid track record spanning more than two decades dedicated to the financial co-operative movement. He holds a degree in Business Administration, a postgraduate qualification in Financial Management, Auditing and Controllership from the Getúlio Vargas Foundation (FGV), and is currently studying for a Master’s degree in Economics at the same institution. His career combines solid executive experience with academic work, having taught on undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the fields of Business Administration, Economics and Accountancy. He currently also holds the positions of President of the Union of Credit Cooperatives of the State of São Paulo (Sindicresp) and Audit Committee Member of the Brazilian Confederation of Credit Cooperatives (Confebras). He also chaired the Board of Directors of the National Confederation of Cooperative Auditors (CNAC). His experience, strategic vision and track record in leadership roles underpin his commitment to the development and strengthening of the Brazilian cooperative system.

He holds a degree in business administration and a master’s degree in business management from FGV-SP, and is a qualified board member through the IBGC – Brazilian Institute of Corporate Governance. He has been working in the agribusiness sector for over 40 years, specialising in financial risk management, and has held positions at companies such as Bunge, Du Pont and Monsanto. He is currently a partner at SP Agro Capital, a consultancy specialising in the financial aspects of the agribusiness sector; a partner at Cisagrow, a commercial agency specialising in the sale of agricultural inputs; and a partner and board member at Inspecto Agri, a company that operates a risk management platform for the agribusiness sector, covering everything from credit analysis and the formalisation of guarantees to satellite and on-site monitoring.

A business administrator with 25 years’ experience in international credit and agribusiness financing. He is currently Head of Credit at LDC in Brazil, having gained international experience as Credit Manager at LDC USA. He has also served as Associate Director at BTG Pactual Commodities and as Head of Latin America at the Noble Group.

Economist, with a postgraduate qualification in Business Administration specialising in Marketing (FAAP) and Finance (FIA), and an MBA in Agribusiness (Esalq). Course in Corporate Governance (IBGC). With over 30 years’ experience in the financial sector, having worked for leading banks (Banestado, BBVA and Santander). She currently serves as CFO of Coopercitrus and CEO of FINCOOP, a fintech company created to strengthen support for cooperative members through comprehensive solutions in credit, insurance, legal consultancy and sustainability.

Barter Manager at ICL South America, with over 15 years’ experience in agribusiness and expertise in structuring and implementing barter operations for soya, maize, cotton and coffee. She has built her career at companies such as Syngenta, Olam and Bayer, and is currently working at ICL. She holds a degree in Economics from Mackenzie, an Executive MBA in Finance from Insper and a qualification in derivatives markets from B3.

He holds a degree in Business Administration from Unipalmares and a postgraduate qualification in Agribusiness from the Federal University of Paraná. A professional with over 15 years“ experience, he has built his career in the field of Credit and Debt Collection within the agribusiness sector. Expertise in financial management (both corporate and private clients), setting credit limits and committing guarantees, as well as the comprehensive management of a nationwide credit portfolio. Proven ability to resolve critical debt recovery situations, and to conduct negotiations and renegotiations with small, medium and large clients (distributors and agricultural producers), through transparent, sincere and amicable relationships. Understanding of the realities and language of the ”countryside’ and regional nuances across the country. Experience in implementing and/or redefining new policies and procedures, including process reorganisation, staff redeployment and the introduction of new systems. A PROFESSIONAL WITH courage, determination and experience in changing paradigms.

Partner in the Agribusiness department at Souto Correa Advogados. Lawyer specialising in credit and agricultural contracts, with a focus on strategic advisory services for structured barter and security interest transactions, rural property, the forestry agro-industry and investment funds focused on the agribusiness sector. Co-author of the books: “Agribusiness Law: Theory and Practice” and “Women in Agriculture: Inspiration for Overcoming Challenges Inside and Outside the Farm Gate”. Guest lecturer at FECAP, INSPER, ANDAV and PROSSIGA Governance & Succession. Full Professor on the Postgraduate Course in Agribusiness Law at ABRADA, in partnership with FAG. Advisor to CONACREDI. Speaker. Mentor. Consultant on Diversity, Gender and Women’s Leadership in Agribusiness. Co-founder of the Brazilian Academy of Agricultural Credit.

CEO and co-founder of LEME Forensic Intelligence since 2009 and managing partner at Innove Business Solutions. He holds a degree in Accountancy, with a specialisation in Financial and Accounting Management.

Director at UPL do Brasil, with a degree in business administration and accountancy, she has been working in the agricultural sector for over 20 years, specialising in credit and receivables.

He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from UNIR (Federal University of Rondônia Foundation) and a postgraduate qualification in Business Management from the Riomar Foundation in partnership with FGV, as well as an MBA in Corporate Treasury from Fundace/USP, completed in 2023. He has 31 years’ experience in agribusiness, having worked at Agro Amazonia Produtos Agropecuários SA, a subsidiary of Sumitomo Corporation, since 2015. At Agro Amazônia, Vilmar has held the positions of Branch Administrative Manager for five years, Corporate Credit Manager for four years, Head of Treasury for two years, and currently serves as Head of Credit and Receivables.