Join us in New York for a week designed to strengthen your industry connections and elevate your business. This premier event provides an exclusive setting for high-level networking and private meetings. The agenda includes technical visits to landmark and innovative projects in New York City, alongside social activities, closed-door debates, and tailored matchmaking opportunities.
In the current landscape shaped by economic, political, health, and social shifts, this event will feature over 25 in-depth discussions led by 350+ top leaders from across Latin America. Topics will cover key areas such as housing, multifamily, logistics, retail, offices, mixed-use developments, ESG, technology, financing, and investments. These sessions will offer valuable insights and facilitate the exchange of experiences and lessons learned.
Be part of the most significant real estate gathering in Latin America and connect with leaders in a high-level networking environment
Macroeconomic outlook, inflation, and interest rates – How are global dynamics shaping Latin America’s recovery and competitiveness? What differentiates the region from other emerging markets in the current cycle?
Political cycles, institutional stability, and investment confidence – How are recent elections and policy shifts impacting the business climate across key Latin American economies?
Strategic positioning, nearshoring, and regional integration – Where are the real opportunities for long-term investment, and what must governments and the private sector do to unlock Latin America’s full potential?
Alfredo lidera la mayor empresa de desarrollo inmobiliario y gestión de activos en Costa Rica, con más de 600 empleados. También es responsable de la planificación y ejecución de $ 60MM por año, y de la gestión a largo plazo de más de $ 500MM en activos. Alfredo es un verdadero creyente de que a lo largo del desarrollo de proyectos y la creación de experiencias memorables en cada uno de ellos, Portafolio podrá servir como catalizador para transformar las ciudades en comunidades urbanas sostenibles que provoquen integración, orgullo y sentido de pertenencia. Alfredo comenzó su carrera en el desarrollo inmobiliario en Genesis Desarrolladores enfocado en proyectos costeros. También pasó algún tiempo en funciones de gestión en Amazon
Andrés Torrealba is the CEO of the Chilean Division at Parque Arauco, a leading retail real estate company in Latin America with more than USD 3 billions in real estate assets. Mr. Torrealba joined Parque Arauco in 2004 as first as Marketing Manager and then as Commercial Manager and finally CEO of Parque Arauco Chile in 2011. Business Administration degree and MBA from Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile. He has more than 25 years of professional experience, holding positions in various areas of business such as sales, marketing and general administration, mainly in the retail and real estate sectors including two years residing in Brazil.
Jose Ruben Velarde is Senior Director and Head of the Latin America division at Jamestown. He oversees all the company’s efforts in the region and is responsible for the Latin America Fund. Mr. Velarde has over 16 years of experience in Real Estate Investments. Prior to joining Jamestown, Mr. Velarde served as head of the peruvian Real Estate Investments team at Credicorp Capital, he has also held positions at Interseguro, Aquario Investment Group and Prudential Real Estate Investors. Mr. Velarde holds a Bachelor’s of degree in Engineering from the University of California Irvine and a Master’s in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance and Real Estate from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania.
Soy Licenciado en Economía de la Universidad del Pacífico, con una Maestría en Finanzas. Tengo más de 15 años de experiencia en áreas vinculadas a Evaluación y Dirección de Proyectos, así como Planeamiento Financiero, Estratégico y Controlling, en cargos de Gerencia para empresas del rubro inmobiliario, agrícola e industrial, este último de carácter multinacional.
Actualmente lidero Capital Center, un Grupo Inmobiliario con presencia en los segmentos de Oficinas Prime, Rubro Industrial y Hotelero, que forma parte de uno de los holding más reconocidos del Perú, con negocios en sectores como pesca, manufactura y agroindustria.
Raul is the CEO of a new Industrial Reit, FIBRA NEXT, the largest owner and developer of Industrial properties in Mexico. Prior to this he co-founded and Managed a Real Estate lending vehicle, CKD, launched 2017. The fund focused on issuing loans for income producing properties, including office buildings, retail centers, industrial properties and hotels. From 2013-2016, Raul was the President and CEO for GE in Mexico and before that he lead the Real Estate Business in GE Mexico for several years. Raúl began his career with GE in 1997 in Stamford, Connecticut with the Latin America group of GE Capital Structured Finance. Raúl is a Civil Engineer from Universidad Anáhuac and he has an MBA from Columbia University in New York.
Partner and Head of Real Estate BrazilPatria Investments
Brazil
He has over 30 years of professional experience in the real estate and capital markets and has been a partner in the real estate segment at Patria Investimentos since 2024. He was a founding partner of VBI Real Estate, where he acted as a member of the investment committee and head of the office segment for over 18 years. Rodrigo began his career in 1994 at the São Paulo Stock Exchange and, in 1997, joined CB Richard Ellis, a real estate consulting firm, where he worked in commercial and investor relations for 11 years. Rodrigo holds a degree in Engineering from the Escola Politécnica at the University of São Paulo, an MBA from Reading University (UK), College of Estate Management, a postgraduate degree in Project Management from the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (UK), and Fellow from the RICS. Rodrigo is certified by ANBIMA (CGE) and is a portfolio manager registered at CVM.
Mexico as the Epicenter of International Investment
How to Ride the Wave?
Regulation, nearshoring, macroeconomic stability, connectivity, talent, etc. – What factors are positioning Mexico as the new epicenter of international real estate investment?
Industrial, residential, hospitality, and other asset classes – Which regions or segments offer the greatest growth potential in the short and medium term?
Legal certainty, financing, local partnerships, ESG considerations – What challenges do foreign investors face when entering the Mexican market?
Collaborations, product innovation, professionalization of the sector – How can local players ride the wave and capitalize on this new phase of global momentum?
Andrew is FIBRA Macquarie’s Chief Financial Officer. Prior to his current role, Andrew served as the Head of Capital Markets and M&A for FIBRA Macquarie. In this role, which he’d held since 2015, he led FIBRA Macquarie’s real estate growth initiatives and capital markets activities. Andrew initially joined Macquarie’s Real Estate division, focusing on a range of real estate activities across funds and principal investment positions, including real estate development projects across the industrial, office, and residential sectors. Prior to joining Macquarie, Andrew worked in the capital markets business of Jones Lang LaSalle in Sydney. He holds a Bachelor of Property Economics (honors) from the University of Technology, Sydney.
With an experience of more than 15 years in Real Estate, Mauricio has participated in the creation of operative platforms. He's been involved in transactions involving cross cultural backgrounds, institutional investors, and innovative structures which have helped me to develop negotiation, planning, analysis and entrepreneurial skills.
Raul is the CEO of a new Industrial Reit, FIBRA NEXT, the largest owner and developer of Industrial properties in Mexico. Prior to this he co-founded and Managed a Real Estate lending vehicle, CKD, launched 2017. The fund focused on issuing loans for income producing properties, including office buildings, retail centers, industrial properties and hotels. From 2013-2016, Raul was the President and CEO for GE in Mexico and before that he lead the Real Estate Business in GE Mexico for several years. Raúl began his career with GE in 1997 in Stamford, Connecticut with the Latin America group of GE Capital Structured Finance. Raúl is a Civil Engineer from Universidad Anáhuac and he has an MBA from Columbia University in New York.
Mr. Peredo serves as Managing Director for development, acquisitions, and asset management activities for Mexico and Central America. He is responsible for the development and management of office, industrial, residential, and retail projects in Mexico, as well as new business generation through the development and/or acquisition opportunities. Since 2008 at Hines in 2008, he has contributed to the development management and disposition of Real Estate projects in Mexico totaling +$800mi of value across different product types and markets. Prior to that, he served as Associate at Booz and Company in Dallas, TX. Holds a BA - Civil Engineering of the Universidad Iberoamericana, and an MBA of The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania.
Urban revitalization, infrastructure projects, growing middle class, regional hubs – Where are the most promising opportunities for new real estate developments in Brazil?
Economic volatility, bureaucracy, permitting processes, access to capital – What are the key risks and barriers developers must navigate in the Brazilian market?
Residential, logistics, hospitality, mixed-use – Which asset classes are attracting the most attention from both local and international players?
Sustainability standards, digital innovation, affordability trends – How are new developments in Brazil adapting to global shifts and future-proofing their projects?
Partner and Head of Real Estate BrazilPatria Investments
Brazil
He has over 30 years of professional experience in the real estate and capital markets and has been a partner in the real estate segment at Patria Investimentos since 2024. He was a founding partner of VBI Real Estate, where he acted as a member of the investment committee and head of the office segment for over 18 years. Rodrigo began his career in 1994 at the São Paulo Stock Exchange and, in 1997, joined CB Richard Ellis, a real estate consulting firm, where he worked in commercial and investor relations for 11 years. Rodrigo holds a degree in Engineering from the Escola Politécnica at the University of São Paulo, an MBA from Reading University (UK), College of Estate Management, a postgraduate degree in Project Management from the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (UK), and Fellow from the RICS. Rodrigo is certified by ANBIMA (CGE) and is a portfolio manager registered at CVM.
With a solid career in the financial-real estate investment sector, Adriano Mantesso joins Tivio Capital as the head of the Real Estate vertical in 2024. Previously, he dedicated seven years at Ivanhoé Cambridge (CDPQ), one of the largest institutional Real Estate investors in the world, where he led the portfolio and operations in Latin America. Before that, he spent over 12 years managing Real Estate Investment Funds (REITs) at renowned institutions such as Brazilian Capital and BTG Pactual, playing a key role in the development of the REIT and CRI industries in Brazil. Adriano holds an MBA from the University of Pittsburgh and a degree in administration from the Escola de Adminstracao Maua.
Mr. Finzi is Brazil’s Country Manager for 7 Bridges Latin America, LLC (7BLA). Prior to joining 7BLA, Mr. Finzi worked at Hines as Managing Director and at Accenture as a Management Consultant. Mr. Finzi was responsible for R$2 billion real estate transactions in office, logistics and residential markets in Brazil. He has been directly responsible for the development of more than two million square feet and four million square feet in leasing activity. Mr. Finzi holds a BBA from Fundação Getulio Vargas and an MBA from Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. He has a LEED professional certificate from the USGBC and is member of Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
Emilio Izquierdo Merlo is CEO of MARAEY, aimed to become the best sustainable mixed-use development in the world. The project covers a coastal area of 844 hectares and 8.5km of pristine beaches, with world class hotels, highly designed and efficient homes and top health, education (university and school), retail, sport and entertainment facilities. Before joining MARAEY, Emilio worked for 15 years as a consultant and investor in real estate companies and on projects around the world, in countries like Spain, Brazil, United States, France, Morocco, Côte d'Ivoire, Croatia, Albania and India. Graduated in Law at the University of Navarra, he holds several postgraduate degrees in Finance and Real Estate, in the USA, France and Spain.
Fernando Crestana é sócio associado do BTG Pactual, banco líder em administração e gestão de FII no mercado brasileiro, conta atualmente com cerca de 18 anos de experiência no setor imobiliário e lidera frentes estratégicas na gestão de Fundos Imobiliários, investimentos alternativos e estruturados.
Managing Director - Brazil Country HeadTishman Speyer
Brazil
Leila Jacy se uniu à Tishman Speyer em 2015 e é responsável pelas atividades da empresa no Brasil nas áreas de desenvolvimento e negocios. Antes de sua função atual, Leila ocupou vários cargos na equipe da empresa no Brasil, incluindo a gestão das aquisições da região e os esforços de locação, liderando os grupos de desenvolvimento residencial e comercial, antes passou 12 anos trabalhando no ramo de incorporação, onde gerenciou projetos comerciais e residenciais de grande escala no Brasil. Ela é bacharel em relações públicas pelo Centro Universitário Sant´Anna e possui especialização em mercado imobiliário pela Fundação Armando Alvares Penteado.
Maria Seijas has been working at IFC for the past 14 years, having lead transactions for more than US$2 billion. She is currently leading new investments in the manufacturing, real estate, retail, health and education sectors in Brazil. Before joining the Brazilian office, she was working in the Buenos Aires office, where she was responsible for new business and portfolio in the Southern Cone.
Ms. Seijas holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from Universidad de San Andres, a Master in Finance from Universidad Torcuato Di Tella, an MBA from IAE Business School, and is a CFA charter holder.
Unlocking Opportunities in Chile, Colombia, and Peru
Macroeconomic outlook, regulatory shifts, and investor confidence – How stable and predictable is the business climate today?
Capital flows, local partnerships, REITs, and institutional appetite – Where are the investment opportunities, and how is capital being deployed in each market?
Demand drivers, tenant behavior, and sector trends – Which asset classes (residential, logistics, office, hospitality) show the greatest potential in the current cycle?
Bernardo Asuaje is the Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Grupo Attia, a real estate development company focused on residential, hospitality and senior housing projects in Colombia and multifamily investments in the United States.
He has raised and sold over USD 100MM in real estate investments, notably in the senior housing sector where his brand Casa Nua has succesfully developed and currently operates assisted living projects in the country. With this strategy, he plans on investing USD 150MM-200MM in over 20 projects in Latin America.
Bernardo started his career as an investment banker at Morgan Stanley in New York and later worked at Terranum Capital, a regional real estate private equity fund.
In 2020, the World Economic Forum selected him as a Young Global Leader for his work in intergenerational integration and senior housing & care in Colombia.
+15 años de experiencia en banca de inversión, research, venture capital y real estate en México, Colombia, Perú y Chile. Director de Banca de Inversión en SURA AM apoyando transacciones de M&A por más de USD 300 MM y emisiones de bonos internacionales por USD 850 MM. En el pasado ha trabajado en instituciones financieras y de private equity en asesoría y estructuración de inversiones. Felipe tiene un MSc in Finance de London Business School en el Reino Unido, un Professional Certificate in Real Estate Finance and Development de MIT y una especialización en Finanzas y Negocios de EAFIT. Desde el 2017 está vinculado a la plataforma inmobiliaria de SURA IM y en su rol de Director de Transacciones.
Jose Ruben Velarde is Senior Director and Head of the Latin America division at Jamestown. He oversees all the company’s efforts in the region and is responsible for the Latin America Fund. Mr. Velarde has over 16 years of experience in Real Estate Investments. Prior to joining Jamestown, Mr. Velarde served as head of the peruvian Real Estate Investments team at Credicorp Capital, he has also held positions at Interseguro, Aquario Investment Group and Prudential Real Estate Investors. Mr. Velarde holds a Bachelor’s of degree in Engineering from the University of California Irvine and a Master’s in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance and Real Estate from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania.
Soy Licenciado en Economía de la Universidad del Pacífico, con una Maestría en Finanzas. Tengo más de 15 años de experiencia en áreas vinculadas a Evaluación y Dirección de Proyectos, así como Planeamiento Financiero, Estratégico y Controlling, en cargos de Gerencia para empresas del rubro inmobiliario, agrícola e industrial, este último de carácter multinacional.
Actualmente lidero Capital Center, un Grupo Inmobiliario con presencia en los segmentos de Oficinas Prime, Rubro Industrial y Hotelero, que forma parte de uno de los holding más reconocidos del Perú, con negocios en sectores como pesca, manufactura y agroindustria.
Maria Clara Aristizábal is the Head of the Real Estate Business at Grupo Argos, an infrastructure holding Company with over $15 billion in assets. She oversees 50.000 Ha of land for urban development and is a member of the investment committee of Pactia, a real estate fund with over 500.000 sqm in retail, office, industrial, self storage and hotels. She has a major in economics, a minor in mathematical economics and holds an MBA from New York University
MBA, PAD Dirección Comercial, Ingeniero civil de profesión, con más de 20 años de experiencia en el sector aeroportuario, en áreas de operaciones y comercial, airline markering, gestionando proyectos de negocios comerciales. Responsable del desarrollo de la ciudad aeropuerto, un proyecto de desarrollo inmobiliario, integrando los negocios aeronáuticos y no aeronáuticos para LIM
An active, goal-oriented and entrepreneurial real estate professional with significant experience in commercial real estate, acquisition, development and financing. He strongly believes on the importance of adding value to every single task he performs. Moreover, he believes that through innovation and hard working all goals could be achieve. “Working in a challenging and dynamic real estate market such as New York’s gives you all the tools and experience necessary to work in any kind of stressed environment. He is currently seeking to further gain expertise in real estate finance and estate development.
Returns, risk, and resilience – How do the US and Europe compare in terms of performance, liquidity, and transparency for cross-border real estate investors?
Ease of doing business, tax frameworks, legal hurdles – Where is it more straightforward to deploy capital, and what challenges do Latin American investors face in each market?
Asset repricing, distress, and sector rotation – Where are opportunistic and value-add investors finding the most compelling plays across both regions?
CEO of Atlas Real Estate Analytics and Professor at ESCP Business School Madrid
Angelo Cinel
Strategic AdvisorThe Calta Group
USA
Angelo Cinel is a Strategic Advisor with decades of experience in international real estate and private banking. He has led firms such as WIRE Consulting, BuildBull, and RealPrivate, and has educated private bankers on real estate fundamentals. With degrees from Ca' Foscari University of Venice and Bocconi University in Milan, he is also a published author and recognized industry expert.
Carlos is the Chief Financial Officer and is in charge of the strategy and financial control of the projects, investor relations and the administration and accounting areas. Mr. Aguilar holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance from Tecnológico de Monterrey and a Master's degree in Real Estate (MSRE) from New York University. He has over 15 years of experience in investment, financial planning and investment banking. In the last 10 years he has specialized in real estate transactions in Mexico and the United States.
Ricardo Pucci é o CEO da Galli desde 2015, da 3ª geração da família envolvido com incorporação e construção, e responsável pela operação no Brasil, EUA e Portugal. Antes de se juntar a empresa, trabalhou como executivo de Real Estate Brasil da Microsoft, executivo de Real Estate e Operações Prediais Brasil e Estratégia Latam da IBM, além de passagens anteriores pelo Banco Safra e Natura. É engenheiro civil e mestre em engenharia formado pela Poli-USP.
Family man and global businessman, with experience in real estate investments in the United States, Mexico and Latin America, having participated in the investment, development and/or construction of more than 300 projects.
Academic training in business from Harvard Business School, Ipade Business School, RWTH in Germany, in real estate development from ITESM, in finance from the Universidad Iberoamericana and in civil engineering from UNAM.
Founder of MIR Investments
What Are the Best Approaches for Maintaining a Healthy Performance?
Efficiency and Value - How KPIs drive long-term asset value and reflect a better environmental performance? Are certifications like LEED or EDGE still worth the investment in today’s market?
Smart Operations - How can technology and data improve building efficiency? How can developers scale smart solutions across diverse portfolios affordably?
Retrofitting, Climate Risk & Resilience - How is climate risk being addressed in asset management? Is resilience now central to sustainability? Which improvements help existing buildings stay efficient and relevant in a greener market?
Jorge Fabris joined Newmark in March 2017 as Managing Director in the firm’s Mexico City office, being his specialty the industrial services operations; before this, Mr. Fabris was in Colliers International from 2008 to February 2017 as Industrial Broker.
Since then, Mr. Fabris had the opportunity to close representative transactions all across Mexico, and some operations in Latin America (Brazil & Central America), getting a complete knowledge of different industrial markets.
Founder, Managing PartnerCatalejo Investment Group
Costa Rica
Arie is a serial entrepreneur and has over 15 years of Real Estate Investment experience; he has developed several Real Estate projects in different Latin American countries such as Colombia and Costa Rica. He is the Founder and Managing Partner of Catalejo Investment Group. He also created the equity and debt investment platforms and developed a multinational investment network with top-notch investors from the United States to Argentina.
With over 25 years of real estate and hospitality experience, Rogerio leads all initiatives related to hospitality and tourism in Latin America and the Caribbean for IDB Invest, the private sector division of the Inter-American Development Bank Group. In his capacity as Head of Tourism, he is responsible for origination efforts and executing IDB Invest's strategy in the region, offering a variety of financial instruments including debt, mezzanine and equity.
Santiago Villagómez is the CEO and founder of Energía Real, a leading energy company serving the commercial and industrial sectors, with over 130 MW of Behind-the-meter energy assets and energy trading and backed by institutional capital since 2021.
He has a strong background in investment and real estate development, with over $250M USD managed.
He holds a degree in Chemical Engineering from Universidad Iberoamericana and serves as an advisor to funds such as Dark Horse Ventures.
Structuring the Business to Attract Greater Investment
Capital sources, investment vehicles, and green finance – What structures are helping scale housing projects and attract both institutional and climate-aligned capital?
Risk mitigation, public-private partnerships, and exit strategies – How can developers build bankable models that align with investor expectations and ESG goals?
Affordability, demand segmentation, and sustainability – How are housing strategies evolving to meet market needs, environmental standards, and capital return requirements?
She has advised different kind of clients in real estate matters including hospitality projects, vacation clubs, time sharing programs, housing, fractional property, logistics and warehousing, and, in general, all kind of real estate business. Her experience includes the incorporation of all kinds of trust agreements, including investment, administration, guaranty and trusts with commercial purposes. For 3 years she worked as general counsel of different companies; being an in-house lawyer allows her to be aware of client needs, which defines her as practical lawyer with ability to suggest business-oriented solutions.
Mr. Valdes is CFO and Board Member of VINTE, a publicly traded, Mexican land developer & homebuilder with a shared value business approach. Over the past twelve years, Mr. Valdés has led the Company’s efforts to build a strategic and competitive funding base focused on a long-term capital structure with financing ranging from strong global financial institutions such as the IDB, IFC, KfW and Proparco. Mr. Valdes’ previous experience includes 12 years in finance and management consulting at McKinsey & Co. and at Mercer Oliver Wyman, managing infrastructure, transportation and real estate projects. Mr. Valdes holds a B.A. in Economics from ITESM, as well as an MBA with concentration in Finance from Booth at The University of Chicago.
CFA, CAIA, Vicepresident of InvestmentsYellowstone Capital Partners
Colombia
Felipe Botero se unió al equipo de Yellowstone como Director de Investment Management liderando todos los esfuerzos relacionados con la debida diligencia, despliegue de capital, monitoreo y realización de los activos que hacen parte de los fondos del Gestor enfocados en Colombia. Anteriormente, Felipe trabajó durante casi 5 años para ROAM Capital, uno de los agentes colocadores lideres en Latinoamérica enfocado exclusivamente en gestores de inversiones alternativas. Como Director de Investigación, era responsable de la identificación y ejecución de la debida diligencia de gestores de primer nivel dentro de diversas estrategias de la industria de capital privado (inmobiliario, “buyouts”, capital de crecimiento, secundarios, co-inversiones.
Joel Sanchez ha promovido la creación de productos financieros que impulsen la construcción verde en el país durante 10 años. Actualmente, es el líder de Construcción Sostenible para México de la
Corporación Financiera Internacional (IFC), miembro del Grupo Banco Mundial. Algunas de sus
responsabilidades son liderar la certificación EDGE para México, trabajar con el equipo de Instituciones Financieras para impulsar el financiamiento climático y proveer asistencia técnica a gobiernos locales interesados en otorgar incentivos a la construcción verde. Anteriormente, estuvo a cargo del programa Hipoteca Verde de Infonavit, donde impulsó mejores estándares en materia de eficiencia energética en el sector residencial.
Pablo Seminario is the CEO and Managing Partner of Caral Group since February 2017. Prior of this, he comes from 14 years of experience in the Retail Industry: 10 years in Tottus (Falabella Group) as the Country Peru VP of Supply Chain and Merchandise Planning (4 years), and as Country Peru VP Real Estate (6 years); and 4 years in Gap Inc. (San Francisco, CA), as their Finance and Supply Chain Manager for Gap and Old Navy. Mr. Seminario received a Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineer from Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú and an MBA from University of California, Berkeley HassSchool of Business. Prior to MBA he worked in housing and infraestructure construction, for 4 years.
Design Flexibility, Brand Integration, and Experience - Do brownfield conversions limit brand standards or guest experience potential? When does a new build offer more freedom to align with the operator’s vision and customer expectations? What types of capital are backing greenfield vs. brownfield projects?
Location, Risk, and Market Fit - What makes a location right for investment today? new builds vs. conversions? How should investors weigh costs, land availability, and local demand patterns for new projects? Does one option offer a clearer path to returns or operational control?
Innovation, Modularity, and Construction Trends -How are developers using innovation to reduce risk and speed up delivery? Is one model better suited to adapt to evolving demand?
Regional VP – Caribbean and Latin AmericaMarriott International
USA
Mr. Acevedo is currently a Vice President of the Caribbean and Latin America Region of International Lodging Development of Marriott International. Prior to join Development, Mr. Acevedo was Manager in the Development Finance Department, Global Finance of Marriott International. He was also an associate at Crown Capital Latin America, a Private Equity Investment Fund based in New York. Previously he was a Project Leader at Promotora Cancun sunset Clubs in Mexico. Prior to this he worked as a consultant with GTT Proyectos in their Mexico City office. Mr. Acevedo holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico City and an MBA from Georgetown University in Washington D.C.
Business Development & Strategic Planning DirectorDine
Mexico
Héctor trabaja desde hace más de 11 años en DINE, empresa dedicada al desarrollo de proyectos inmobiliarios de gran escala enfocados en mercados de alto poder adquisitivo. Actualmente se desempeña como Director de Planeación Estratégica y Nuevos Negocios, tiene a su cargo el control del desarrollo estratégico del portafolio de negocios de la Compañía, así como el crecimiento y expansión del mismo. Anteriormente ocupó puestos de Planeación Financiera y Control de Gestión en Grupo DESC. Héctor es Ingeniero Industrial de la Universidad Anáhuac y cursó una Maestría en Alta Dirección de Empresas en el IPADE.
Mauricio Elizondo is the development head at Grupo Posadas, Mexico's leading hotel company. He oversees feasibility, development and project management for Mexico and the Caribbean. Grupo Posadas has an array of brands covering different segments in urban locations (from economy to luxury) and all-inclusive resorts (adults and families). He has more 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, and has led departments in different areas such as revenue management and vacation ownership. He is based in the Mexico City office.
Vice President Development Latin America and CaribbeanHilton Worldwide
USA
Pablo Maturana, Managing Director Development South America & The Caribbean, is responsible for the development and expansion of Hilton brands in Caribbean and South America.
Pablo brings great expertise in the real estate industry with experience in different sectors, such as, retail, multifamily and now hospitality. Working for Cencosud, one of the most relevant multi format retailers in Latin America, Pablo served in different real estate-related executive roles until he became responsible for the organic growth of the company in Brazil, Peru, Argentina, Chile and Colombia for all formats, in addition to serving in some company boards.
Senior Regional Vice President Development, MLACIHG Intercontinental Hotel Group
USA
Paul Adan é o Diretor-Geral da América Latina e das Caraíbas. Nesta função, Paul lidera as equipas de Desenvolvimento e Operações da empresa em toda a região. Além disso, está concentrado na execução da estratégia de crescimento na região e no apoio à excelência operacional e ao sucesso global dos hotéis franquiados na América Latina e no Caríbe
How to Create Positive Impact While Enhancing Returns?
Infrastructure gaps, planning, placemaking, and public-private coordination – What are the key ingredients for successful urban revitalization that balances community benefit with investor returns?
Mixed-use models, tenant curation, and adaptive reuse – How are developers unlocking value through integrated, flexible, and experiential spaces?
Impact metrics, ESG alignment, and inclusive growth – How can urban projects attract capital by demonstrating both financial performance and social/environmental impact?
El Sr. Wettling lidera la división de transacciones de JLL en Colombia, con foco en Corretaje, Investigación de Mercado y Consultoría. Está basado en las oficinas centrales de Jones Lang LaSalle en Bogotá y tiene más de once años de experiencia en la región. Durante este tiempo, Jean Baptiste completó varios trabajos para clientes como Blackstone, JP Morgan, Microsoft, HSBC, Google, Xerox, Motorola, MSD, Verizon, Adidas, entre otros.
Founder & CEO Grupo Urbana, Investor In Jaguar Growth, Director in LPAmericasGrupo Urbana
Chile
Licenciado en Arquitectura y Magister en Gestion de la Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile. Es fundador y Director General de Urbana.com, es Inversionista Fundador de Jaguargrowth.com y es Director de Lpamericas.com, compañía industrial NYSE. Tiene 30 años de experiencia internacional y mas de US3 Billion en inversiones de real estate, operación de activos y desarrollo inmobiliario. Entre sus clientes destacan BVK Pension, Kimco Realty, Prudential, Equity International, y DWS,, entre sus socios destacan Jaguar Growth, Pentavida y Ameris. Durante la gestión de Diego, su primera empresa fundada en 1996, en conjunto con 4 socios internacionales, PIX Partners, se expandió a Argentina, Brasil, Chile, Colombia, México, Perú, Venezuela y Estados Unidos. PIX Partners fue vendida Auguste Thouard hoy BNP Real Estate.
Chief Development OfficerUrbanova Inmobiliaria SAC
Peru
Seasoned Private Equity Professional with 20 years' experience creating value in the Built Environment.
• Track Record in: Corporate Dev. | Business Strategy | Large-Scale Investments
• Commercial / Financial / Regulatory Insight on: Real Estate + Renewables + Industrial + Infra Assets
• Leadership + Legal Responsibility over Intricate Capital Projects & Corporate Transactions
• Sponsor Rep. to Shareholders, Inst. Investors, Sovereign, Regulatory and Multilateral Agencies
Santiago is currently CEO and Chairman of the Board of RIVA, having joined the company in 2004. Previously, Santiago worked for Techint in Argentina and Saudi Arabia, and for John Holland in Australia. Santiago holds a Civil Engineering Degree from Universidad de Buenos Aires and an MBA from IAE ; he also seats on the board of the Argentine Construction Chamber and is President of the Ciudad de Buenos Aires Chapter.
Vincent Pouzet is a Business Development Manager at Territoria, a real estate development firm specializing in mixed-use projects in strategic locations across Santiago, Chile. With over 12 years of experience in real estate finance and investments, Mr. Pouzet has focused on equity and debt transactions totaling over USD 800 million. He holds a BSc degree in Transportation Engineering and a MSc degree in Engineering from the Catholic University of Chile, as well as a MSc degree in Finance (with honors) from ESE Business School.
CEO & Co-Fundadora de Neivor, compañía de tecnología para la industria inmobiliaria que hoy atiende a grandes clientes y corporativos como JLL, Corporativo Kosmos y Grupo Omega.
Ella es una empresaria con más de 15 años de experiencia en Compañías de tecnología, consultoría y la industria inmobiliaria.
Su trabajo ha sido reconocido y resaltado en diferentes medios de comunicación incluyendo la revista Forbes, en donde en el 2021 fue reconocida como uno de los 30 emprendedores más importantes de la región y en 2022 su compañía fue reconocida como una de las startups de mayor crecimiento en México.
Ella es administradora de empresas con un MBA con enfoque en negocios internacionales de Carleton University en Canadá.
Elisa Orlanski Ours is a highly regarded designer and Chief Planning & Design Officer at Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group, which has achieved over $65 billion in new development sales. Originally from Argentina, she founded the firm’s Planning & Design department twenty years ago, transforming the relationship between design and real estate. Her notable projects include 220 Central Park South, 56 Leonard, Hudson Yards, One High Line, 520 Fifth Ave, The Greenwich Lane, and South Flagler House. Elisa has collaborated with architects like Robert A. M. Stern, Bjarke Ingels, Foster, and Zaha Hadid. She is working on a mixed-use master plan in Seoul, Korea, Las Vegas, and a medical resort community.
Federico Gagliardo
PresidentVitrium Capital
Uruguay
Federico Gagliardo, CEO & Founder de Vitrium Capital, tiene más de 30 años de experiencia internacional en negocios, gerenciamiento corporativo y desarrollo de proyectos inmobiliarios. Su trayectoria en el mercado inmobiliario comenzó en 2001 como miembro de un equipo de inversión. En 2006 fundó Vitrium Capital, con el objetivo de ofrecer propuestas de valor en el mercado a inversores e instituciones calificadas. Desde entonces ha estado involucrado en todos los aspectos del negocio. Actualmente, gestiona una cartera diversificada de inversiones inmobiliarias, con activos en propiedades residenciales, comerciales y de retail en USA, Uruguay, Argentina y Paraguay. Anteriormente ocupó posiciones ejecutivas en Microsoft Corp. NCR y Apple.
Sury, Co-Founder and CEO of Gaea, leads the company's vision, sales, and marketing while occasionally contributing to coding. With a Master’s in Systems and Industrial Engineering from the University of Arizona, he previously worked at Primavera and EXE Technologies before growing Gaea into a leading technology solutions provider.
He is passionate about leveraging technology to drive industry transformation but emphasizes that Gaea focuses on long-term success by optimizing business processes rather than just filling technology gaps.
Javier Domínguez is a member of the real estate practice group at Ritch Mueller. He has more than 22 years of experience, mainly dealing with real estate transactions and financing, capital and debt offerings in Mexico and abroad, secured and unsecured financing, financing to states and municipalities, and mergers and acquisitions. Javier has advised, the world largest industrial facility developer. He has also advised real estate investment funds and other investors in respect to their investments and developments in. Recently, he advised Walton and FINSA in the sale of an industrial portfolio to FUNO for an amount of aproximately US$843 Million.
Managing Director and Co-Head Andean RegionPaladin Realty Partners
Colombia
Catalina Rodriguez is Managing Director and Co-Head of the Andean Region based in Paladin’s Bogota office. Mrs. Rodriguez is also a member of the firm’s Investment Committee. She has 17 years of experience within the Real Estate Industry holding key leadership positions in international projects. She previously worked at Newland International Properties, Corp., as CEO for a 262,000 sqm mixed-used project in Panama City where the JW Marriot currently operates, at Arias Serna Saravia as CFO and at Prodesa as Director of Treasury. She holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University Externado de Colombia, and a postgraduate degree in Finance from Universidad de los Andes.
Eduardo Nakash es un profesional con 18 años de experiencia en el sector inmobiliario.
Es Managing Partner de REED, una firma de asesoría financiera y brokerage en Latinoamérica.
Previamente, en MIRA y TC Latam, estructuró oportunidades de inversión con múltiples estrategias y tipos de activos. También, lideró la estructuración del que habría sido el primer FIBRA diversificado de Latinoamérica, controlando inmuebles en 5 países, por US$450M.
En Evercore, participó en IPOs y ofertas subsecuentes, incluyendo Fibra Uno, Fibra Hotel, y Fibra Danhos.
En O'Donnell, lideró el desarrollo y renta de proyectos industriales.
Es Ingeniero Industrial del ITAM y tiene un MBA de Wharton.
Managing Director, Brazil Country Head and General CounselTishman Speyer
Brazil
Haaillih Bittar é responsável pelas áreas corporativas da Tishman Speyer, legal, financeiro e recursos humanos. Com mais de 20 anos de experiência no mercado imobiliário, especializou-se na estruturação de transações envolvendo ativos imobiliários. Atuou tanto na formação, como na consultoria imobiliária, de FIIs diversos com captação somada superior a R$2 bilhões. Formou-se em Direito na USP, e especializou-se em administração pela FGV. Participou do Programa de Negociação de Harvard e do Programa de Estratégia e Organização Empresarial em Stanford.
CEO & Founder of BOLD CAPITAL, a multidisciplinary Real Estate Developer with more that 29 years of experience, over 20 million SF developed and another 10 million SF in process.
BOLD CAPITAL has a diverse and integrated portfolio of companies specialized in planning and delivering tailor made ideas and solutions to all the projects we develop.
Currently we are developing Residential, Multifamily, Mixed used and Hospitality projects in Monterrey, Queretaro, San Miguel de Allende and Acapulco. Also, a Co-CEO and Partner at TAMAYO DESARROLLOS, Co-Developing multiple Residential, Industrial, Commercial and Hospitality projects in the Bajio Region of México.
In our effort of diversification, we are also investors, partners and/or producers of some International Films with positive messages and a unique Mezcal brand exported to the US.
Civil Engineer and MBA at the Tecnológico de Monterrey University, Monterrey Mx.
Rodrigo Díaz is currently Managing Director Head of Mexico for 7 Bridges Capital. Until recently he was Managing Director as Head for Mexico at Inmobiliaria Parque Reforma, Acciona´s Real Estate Division in Mexico. He was responsible for overseeing all ongoing developments, as well as expanding the company into new segments. He has over 16 years of experience in the industry, where he has held different roles, such as Director of Portfolio Management at Prudential Real Estate Investors. Rodrigo has executed an aggregate of over $1billion US dollars in transactions. Rodrigo has a B.S. in Industrial Engineering from the Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico City and holds an MBA and a Master in Finance from Boston College.
What can we take from the playbook of established markets?
Operating models, tenant experience, and asset management – What are the key elements behind successful multifamily and BTR strategies in the US and Europe?
Financing structures, scale, and institutional appetite – What makes these models attractive to long-term capital, and how can that be replicated locally?
Market fit and adaptation – What lessons (good and bad) can Latin American developers take from mature markets, and how should the product evolve to match local demand?
Rodrigo is Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of HASTA Capital. Prior to founding HASTA, Rodrigo was Managing Director for Greystar Real Estate Partners in Latin America, where he was responsible for all of Greystar’s business activities in the region, including the company’s Investment, Development, and Property Management divisions. Rodrigo graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Civil Engineering from The Cooper Union in New York and received an MBA with Distinction from the Harvard Business School. Rodrigo is a Founding Member of the Board of Directors of the Asociacion de Vivienda en Renta, A.C. (AVER), and a member of the National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC).
Sebastian is a strategic advisor with over 15 years of experience in the real estate industry, spanning across development, entrepreneurship, and investment. He leverages his cross-asset expertise and his global network to conceptualize, structure, and execute projects for real estate developers and investors, with an emphasis on finance, market analysis, uses, and operation.
He is passionate about disrupting the investment world in Latam, and giving access to the best investment opportunities. He has a solid finance and legal background, with a master's degree in real estate from NYU and a bachelor's degree in law and finance from Universidad de Los Andes. He has worked on a variety of real estate developments, including the largest mixed-use project in Colombia, and a multifamily platform for the middle-class. He is currently consulting for assets and projects worth over USD 100 million, and exploring new business models such as coliving, coworking, and shared revenue offices.
Country Manager Colombia & PERU - Head of Business Development de LatAmCCLA Group
Colombia
Sebastian has over a decade of experience in investment banking and real estate private equity in London, Madrid and Latin America.
Sebastian is country head for Colombia and lead of business development in South America for CCLA. Prior to this, Sebastian headed Round Hill Capital’s expansion into LatAm and previously led the expansion into Spain. He was responsible for setting up investment strategies across multiple asset classes. Before Round Hill Capital, Sebastian worked at Corredores Davivienda Investment bank: one of the leading banks in Colombia. During his career, Sebastian has closed over $3bn in transactions including in M&A's, IPO's, bond issuances and JV’s.
Consumer behavior, experiential retail, and mixed-use integration – How are successful retail formats adapting to evolving lifestyles and expectations?
Tenant mix, digitalization, and anchor strategies – What are the key levers to drive traffic, relevance, and financial performance in different markets?
Local context and market segmentation – What formats work best in mature vs. emerging markets, and how can developers tailor retail concepts to local dynamics and spending power?
Ramiro is a partner in Galicia’s Mergers & Acquisitions practice and leads the Real Estate area. He advises private equity funds, family offices, institutional investors, REITs, real estate developers, and major corporations on mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, real estate transactions, and asset-backed financings. Ramiro holds a Law Degree from Universidad Panamericana and a Master of Science in Law and Finance from Queen Mary University of London. He also co-heads the Cátedra Galicia program at Universidad Panamericana Law School.
Prior to his appointment as CEO of CONQUER, Alejandro led the company's area of operations. Prior to joining CONQUER, he served as a procurement leader in Latin America for GLL REAL ESTATE PARTNERS for two years, participating in acquisitions and negotiations of AAA office buildings in Chile, Peru and Mexico for more than US $ 150M. He previously collaborated for 5 years with KIMCO REALTY CORP (US REIT) as Commercial Director prior to his role for almost 2 years as Director of Growth and Development for INMOBILIARIA CITELIS.
Andrés Torrealba is the CEO of the Chilean Division at Parque Arauco, a leading retail real estate company in Latin America with more than USD 3 billions in real estate assets. Mr. Torrealba joined Parque Arauco in 2004 as first as Marketing Manager and then as Commercial Manager and finally CEO of Parque Arauco Chile in 2011. Business Administration degree and MBA from Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile. He has more than 25 years of professional experience, holding positions in various areas of business such as sales, marketing and general administration, mainly in the retail and real estate sectors including two years residing in Brazil.
Daniel Lorenzen Maldonado holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Leadership from Claremont McKenna College, in Los Angeles. With a strong financial foundation, he contributed to raising $1.5 billion for an infrastructure private equity firm, gaining international experience while living and working in San Francisco, Geneva, and London. Daniel also worked as a strategic planning consultant in commercial real estate, specializing in retail projects across the United States and Mexico. At LOMA Desarrollos, Daniel focuses on capital formation for residential, retail, and mixed-use projects, as well as selling part of the retail portfolio. Additionally, Daniel leads the company family office that invests in global real estate markets.
He is currently managing Emporium Developers, which is dedicated to developing residential, commercial and industrial projects. Company that has delivered more than 400 million dollars in goods.
Marcos Carvalho is a Brazilian businessman who started his career in the financial and retail consulting sectors,where he spent his first professional decade,and in the last 25 years,he has focused on the shopping center market. he successfully finished notable courses, such as the ODP at INSEAD and the OPM at Harvard.For a decade, he led the Friedman Group in Brazil, establishing it as a reference in retail consulting in the country. Since 2001, he has been acting as co-president of Ancar Ivanhoe, the largest private shopping center platform in Brazil, being a partner in commercial ventures that total more than 1 million square meters and receive over 220 million annual visitors. Since 2006,Ancar has been associated with Ivanhoe Cambridge
Robert is an MAI and MRICS certified appraiser and a Managing Partner at LOGAN, a commercial real estate valuation, appraisal, and consulting company focused on institutional clients in Latin America including Colombia, Peru, Mexico, and Costa Rica. LOGAN covers all commercial asset types including office, industrial, logistic, retail, land, hotel, healthcare – hospital, multifamily, self-storage, and has offices in Bogota, Mexico City, and Lima.
LOGAN’s differentiators are:
- Credentials (2 MAI certified appraisers, 3 RICS members, and local designations)
- Confidentiality (no brokerage limitation)
- Customer Service (One point of regional contact and standard of quality).
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Vacancy, location, and structural adaptability – What types of office assets are best positioned for conversion or repositioning?
Conversions to residential, mixed-use, or life sciences – What models are proving most viable, and how do regulatory and financial frameworks support (or hinder) these transformations?
Value creation, sustainability, and long-term demand – How can repurposing strategies enhance asset performance while aligning with new urban and ESG trends?
Portfolio Director & Asset Management Regional Director
SURA Asset Management
Alfredo Volio
Managing DirectorPortafolio Inmobiliario
Costa Rica
Alfredo lidera la mayor empresa de desarrollo inmobiliario y gestión de activos en Costa Rica, con más de 600 empleados. También es responsable de la planificación y ejecución de $ 60MM por año, y de la gestión a largo plazo de más de $ 500MM en activos. Alfredo es un verdadero creyente de que a lo largo del desarrollo de proyectos y la creación de experiencias memorables en cada uno de ellos, Portafolio podrá servir como catalizador para transformar las ciudades en comunidades urbanas sostenibles que provoquen integración, orgullo y sentido de pertenencia. Alfredo comenzó su carrera en el desarrollo inmobiliario en Genesis Desarrolladores enfocado en proyectos costeros. También pasó algún tiempo en funciones de gestión en Amazon
Con más de 15 años de trayectoria internacional en sectores como Real Estate, logística y tecnología, Álvaro Villar se ha consolidado como un líder en la expansión y transformación de negocios en América Latina. Actualmente, como Regional Head of Sales de WeWork LATAM, es responsable de fortalecer la estrategia comercial y el crecimiento de la compañía en mercados clave, impulsando soluciones innovadoras para empresas de todos los tamaños.
Su enfoque estratégico y capacidad para construir relaciones de alto impacto han sido clave en su carrera, liderando operaciones y equipos de alto rendimiento en compañías globales. Antes de asumir su rol en WeWork, dirigió la operación del lider en logistica Nowports en México y Estados Unidos, además de ocupar posiciones clave como CEO de WeWork México y Costa Rica, también fue Director de Operaciones para Grupo Carso.
Portfolio Director & Asset Management Regional DirectorSURA Asset Management
Chile
Ruperto Lira es un profesional con amplia experiencia en el sector inmobiliario y de construcción en Chile. Su variada trayectoria abarca compañías financieras, inmobiliarias, family offices y asset managers, dándole una perspectiva integral del negocio inmobiliario. Actualmente, en SURA Investments se desempeña como Director de Portafolio de Real Estate en Chile y Director de Asset Management Regional.
Portfolio allocation, risk appetite, and return expectations – How are LPs adapting their strategies in response to shifting macro and real estate cycles?
Direct investments, co-GPs, and operational influence – Are LPs becoming more active, and how is that reshaping the traditional GP-LP dynamic?
Thematic strategies, ESG, and innovation – Where are LPs placing long-term bets, and what new priorities are emerging across geographies and asset classes?
With more than 20 years of experience in strategic consulting, finance and real estate, Bárbara Ochoa is the CEO of Grupo IGS, a Real Estate Mexican Fund with $600 MUSD AUM. She manages 3 CKDs and recently raised an Industrial Private Fund.
She serves at the board of AMEXCAP (the Mexican Association for Private Capital) and leads the Real Estate Committee.
Alexis E. Rovzar es Ing. Civil de la Universidad Iberoamericana con MBA del IPADE tiene más de 25 años de experiencia en el sector inmobiliario en las áreas de construcción, financiamiento, desarrollo, planificación de proyectos.
Andre Accetturi is a senior vice president at GIC (Government of Singapore Investment Corporation), company which he joined in 2015. He’s a senior member of the GIC Americas Real Estate team, responsible for overseeing and directing investment and asset management activities in Brazil and Latam, across all asset classes.
Prior to joining GIC, he spent 5 years at Brookfield Brazil and 2 years at Cushman & Wakefield with its capital markets group.
Augusto Gerbaud ha sido miembro del equipo de alta gerencia de M&A Capital desde 2017 y actualmente ocupa el cargo de Gerente de inversiones inmobiliarias. Es responsable de administrar las inversiones directas e indirectas de las oficinas familiares en bienes raíces. Antes de unirse a M&A Capital, Augusto ocupó varios puestos en el área de Finanzas Corporativas y Banca de Inversión con Banistmo Panamá y Banco General.
Como parte de Península Federico es responsable por el monitoreo financiero de todas las inversiones que realiza el grupo. Península centra sus operaciones en Latinoamérica operando activamente en Argentina, Brasil, Colombia, Perú, Panamá, México y Uruguay.
Demand drivers, e-commerce growth, and supply chain evolution – What factors are continuing to fuel the boom in industrial logistics, and are they sustainable? How might the US-China tensions and shifting trade policies affect global supply chains and logistics demand?
Location, automation, and technological innovation – How are new trends like smart warehouses and proximity to key transport hubs reshaping the logistics landscape? How could these trends evolve in Latin America, given geopolitical shifts?
Returns, risk, and diversification – Is industrial logistics still the safest bet for investors, or are there new challenges to consider as the market matures, particularly with potential disruptions in global trade?
Experiencia en proyectos residenciales, hoteleros, uso mixto, comercial y de oficinas. He contribuido al desarrollo exitoso de proyectos de bienes raíces comerciales y en la estabilización de las proyectos a través de mejoras estratégicas de valor agregado.
Founder and CEO of the first developer fund in LATAM focused on the development of Vertical Logistic Parks to address the last mile of the supply chain, 18 years of experience in the development, sale, lease, and operation of residential, commercial, and logistics properties in Mexico. Over 1,500 apartments developed, 8 strip malls, and 5 logistic parks.
Ingeniero Industrial de la Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Especialista en Mercadeo de Consumo Masivo de la Universidad ICESI y Executive MBA
Universidad de los Andes.
Actualmente es Presidente del Grupo ZFB, y como tal, responsable del desarrollo y ejecución del Plan Estratégico de la organización.
Brand value, positioning, and customer expectations – What makes a branded residence project truly differentiated, and how do brands translate lifestyle into long-term value?
Market selection, pricing strategy, and business structure – What makes a location ideal, and what must developers understand to structure a viable, profitable branded residence project? Does branding truly add value, or does it just add cost and complexity if you don’t choose the right partner?
Design standards, service models, and operator alignment – How can developers ensure consistency, excellence, and a seamless partnership with the brand? What should be considered when choosing the right partner?
Joanna Ayala is responsible for the development of managed properties in the Caribbean for Marriott International . She joined Marriott on 2022 after working for more than 3 years for Nh Hotel Group as Assets and Development Director for America. Before NH, she worked for more than 5 years at AccorHotels as Development manager for different countries. Between 2010 and 2014 she worked for the Synergy Group owned by Germán Efromovich, where she was part of the group that created Movich Hotels in Colombia and she later led its development in the country. Joanna has a BA degree at CESA University in Colombia and she followed her studies at the University of Kansai Gaidai in Hirakata, Japan.
Dolores Islas es fundadora y CEO de SILMÉXICO, empresa con participación en los segmentos más importantes de la industria del real estate en México, principalmente en la hospitalidad y segmento residencial B+, A+ desde la comercialización, consultoría en estructuras de desarrollo inmobiliario en vehículos legales, fiscales y constructivos, hasta el desarrollo de su banco de tierra como desarrollador.
Senior Director, Mixed-Use DevelopmentMarriott International
USA
Jaimie, Senior Director of Mixed-Use Development at Marriott International, is responsible for driving the company’s branded residential development efforts throughout North America, Caribbean, and Latin America. Previously, Jaimie was a Director of Development at Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants. Jaimie began her career in hotel consulting and valuation at HVS. She holds a B.S. in Hotel Management from New York University.
Vice President Development Latin America and CaribbeanHilton Worldwide
USA
Pablo Maturana, Managing Director Development South America & The Caribbean, is responsible for the development and expansion of Hilton brands in Caribbean and South America.
Pablo brings great expertise in the real estate industry with experience in different sectors, such as, retail, multifamily and now hospitality. Working for Cencosud, one of the most relevant multi format retailers in Latin America, Pablo served in different real estate-related executive roles until he became responsible for the organic growth of the company in Brazil, Peru, Argentina, Chile and Colombia for all formats, in addition to serving in some company boards.
What is the secret to creating value and ensuring stable cash flow?
Asset mix, geography, and timing – What strategies are leading investors using to build resilient, income-generating real estate portfolios?
Core vs. value-add, emerging markets, and currency exposure – How are investors balancing yield, risk, and long-term growth across regions and asset classes?
Liquidity, capital structure, and operating efficiency – What are the practical levers to stabilize cash flow in a shifting economic environment?
Experienced Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the retail, oil and gas and financial services industry. Skilled in Crisis Management, Business Planning, Investor Relations and international relations development. strong networking in North and Latin American markets including Brazil.
Executive Director of Real Estate InvestmentCredicorp Capital
Colombia
Ms. Hurtado has a Bachelor’s degree both in Economics and Business from Universidad de los Andes in Colombia, with an MBA in corporate finance and real estate from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Juan Carlos Mier y Terán has over 30 years of experience at companies like GE, Citibanamex, Cemex, HSBC, CBRE and Banco Santander, he has originated loans for over US$4 billion. At HSBC he reshaped the portfolio to focus on industrial, retail, hotel and office properties and with the top RE players in Mexico. He has made real estate a growth target sector for banks through lending, capital markets, advisory and cross-sell. He closed the first real estate loan-on-loan transaction in Mexico. He has been one of the top financial advisors in the sector for the past 15 years. Mr. Mier y Terán has a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering from Universidad Anáhuac (Mexico City) and an MBA from The Fuqua School of Business at Duke University.
Pablo Muñoz Toro
Managing DirectorFIC - Fondo Inmobiliario Colombia
Raul is the CEO of a new Industrial Reit, FIBRA NEXT, the largest owner and developer of Industrial properties in Mexico. Prior to this he co-founded and Managed a Real Estate lending vehicle, CKD, launched 2017. The fund focused on issuing loans for income producing properties, including office buildings, retail centers, industrial properties and hotels. From 2013-2016, Raul was the President and CEO for GE in Mexico and before that he lead the Real Estate Business in GE Mexico for several years. Raúl began his career with GE in 1997 in Stamford, Connecticut with the Latin America group of GE Capital Structured Finance. Raúl is a Civil Engineer from Universidad Anáhuac and he has an MBA from Columbia University in New York.
Capital allocation, inflation hedging, and comparative performance – How does real estate stack up today against other asset classes in a shifting macro environment?
Cross-border flows, geopolitical risk, and regional rebalancing – How are global investors adjusting their strategies, and what role is Latin America playing in that repositioning? Is the region gaining relevance or still perceived as too risky?
Risk, regulation, and conviction – Is real estate still viewed as a “safe haven,” or is its golden status fading under pressure? Are investors truly rethinking their loyalty to the asset class or just repositioning within it?
Executive Director of Real Estate InvestmentCredicorp Capital
Colombia
Ms. Hurtado has a Bachelor’s degree both in Economics and Business from Universidad de los Andes in Colombia, with an MBA in corporate finance and real estate from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Christian is Co-CEO of Manova Partners, responsible for transactions, asset management and business development activities. Christian is Chair of Manova´s Global Investment Committee and co-chairs the Global Executive Committee. Christian was previously the Global Co-Head of Macquarie Asset Management Real Estate´s Core/ Core Plus, Platform after holding global roles at both Investec and Invesco. Christian holds a degree in Social Sciences from the University of Durham, UK, and a Master´s in Business Administration from ESADE, Spain.
Managing Director – Head of Latam Transactions & Capital MarketsPGIM Real Estate
USA
Fernando is an executive director at PGIM Real Estate and serves as the head of Latin America Transactions and debt Capital Markets. Based in Miami, Fernando is also responsible for the global accounts portfolio, defining, coordinating, and executing investment strategies throughout Latin America. Previously, he was the senior portfolio manager for one of PGIM Real Estate's residential funds in Latin America. His responsibilities included managing relationships with PGIM Real Estate's residential joint venture partners, overseeing the acquisition and development of mixed use properties, implementing strategies and processes focused on maximizing the value of the assets, and performing the day-to-day management activities of the portfolio
Gastão Valente é senior vice president do GIC desde 2013. Tem mais de 20 anos de experiência profissional, sendo 12 deles em investimentos imobiliários. Foi diretor do BTG Pactual, trabalhou com comércio exterior e na Deloitte Consulting. É economista graduado pela PUC-Rio e tem mestrado em Economia com ênfase em Finanças pela Universidade de Montreal.
Santiago Porta is responsible for the origination and structuring of hospitality, real estate and manufacturing
investments in Latin America and the Caribbean. He has a long track record in banking, leading investments and
client relationships with key private sector partners across all real estate and manufacturing subsectors and emerging markets regions -including Latin America, Africa, Middle East, Eastern Europe and Asia. He lives in Washington DC, US, and, before joining IFC, he worked in the structured finance and corporate finance groups at Enron and Price Waterhouse Coopers respectively. Santiago holds an MBA from IESE Business School and an Industrial Engineering Degree at Instituto Tecnológico de Buenos Aires.
SITE VISITS Guided technical tours led by top developers, alongside a comparative benchmarking of emerging trends, offers unique insights into upcoming developments, fostering deeper industry knowledge and stronger connections
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One Times Square (Mixed Use - Renovation) - Jamestown
Pearl House (NYC’s Largest Office-to-Residential Conversion) - Gensler
Gensler Office (Architects Office)
Essex Crossing (Mixed Use) - JLL
Others
GRI RUN For sports enthusiasts, join our energizing run! What could be better than unwinding with industry friends in Central Park?
ADVISORY BOARD MEETING This is your chance to shape industry trends and gain invaluable insights from top leaders in the Latin America field.
[Exclusive for Advisory Board Members]
PERSONAL INTRODUCTIONS Beyond panels and discussions; we curate personalized introductions to connect you with key business peers, ensuring you maximize every moment and create valuable, long-lasting partnerships. Connect and thrive!
WOMEN LEADING REAL ESTATE This platform fosters valuable connections, strengthens leadership, and promotes business opportunities. It also plays a crucial role in creating supportive networks for Latin American women through a special agenda that includes Networking Coffee and a Closed-Door Debate.
Latin America GRI's Numbers
95%+
SENIOR & C-LEVEL EXECUTIVES
80%
BANKS, FUNDS, INVESTORS, DEVELOPERS AND HOTEL OPERATORS
350+
PARTICIPANTS
25+
DISCUSSION ROOMS
200+
PRIVATE INTRODUCTIONS
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Tuesday, May 13th 2025
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07:00am - 08:30am
GRI RUN - Central Park
04:00pm - 05:30pm
Women Leading Real Estate
Latin America Edition
05:15pm - 07:00pm
Advisory Board Meeting
Shaping the Future of the Americas [Exclusive for Advisory Board Members]
07:00pm - 09:00pm
Opening Master Session & Welcome Cocktail
Wednesday, May 14th 2025
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09:00am - 10:15am
Unlocking Latin America’s Potential
Economic Trends and Strategic Opportunities
Macroeconomic outlook, inflation, and interest rates – How are global dynamics shaping Latin America’s recovery and competitiveness? What differentiates the region from other emerging markets in the current cycle?
Political cycles, institutional stability, and investment confidence – How are recent elections and policy shifts impacting the business climate across key Latin American economies?
Strategic positioning, nearshoring, and regional integration – Where are the real opportunities for long-term investment, and what must governments and the private sector do to unlock Latin America’s full potential?
11:00am - 12:00pm
The US Vs. Europe
The Big Fight in Cross-Border Investments
Returns, risk, and resilience – How do the US and Europe compare in terms of performance, liquidity, and transparency for cross-border real estate investors?
Ease of doing business, tax frameworks, legal hurdles – Where is it more straightforward to deploy capital, and what challenges do Latin American investors face in each market?
Asset repricing, distress, and sector rotation – Where are opportunistic and value-add investors finding the most compelling plays across both regions?
11:00am - 12:00pm
Andean Real Estate
Unlocking Opportunities in Chile, Colombia, and Peru
Macroeconomic outlook, regulatory shifts, and investor confidence – How stable and predictable is the business climate today?
Capital flows, local partnerships, REITs, and institutional appetite – Where are the investment opportunities, and how is capital being deployed in each market?
Demand drivers, tenant behavior, and sector trends – Which asset classes (residential, logistics, office, hospitality) show the greatest potential in the current cycle?
11:00am - 12:00pm
Brazil Overlook
What's The Best Bet for New Developments?
Urban revitalization, infrastructure projects, growing middle class, regional hubs – Where are the most promising opportunities for new real estate developments in Brazil?
Economic volatility, bureaucracy, permitting processes, access to capital – What are the key risks and barriers developers must navigate in the Brazilian market?
Residential, logistics, hospitality, mixed-use – Which asset classes are attracting the most attention from both local and international players?
Sustainability standards, digital innovation, affordability trends – How are new developments in Brazil adapting to global shifts and future-proofing their projects?
11:00am - 12:00pm
Mexico as the Epicenter of International Investment
How to Ride the Wave?
Regulation, nearshoring, macroeconomic stability, connectivity, talent, etc. – What factors are positioning Mexico as the new epicenter of international real estate investment?
Industrial, residential, hospitality, and other asset classes – Which regions or segments offer the greatest growth potential in the short and medium term?
Legal certainty, financing, local partnerships, ESG considerations – What challenges do foreign investors face when entering the Mexican market?
Collaborations, product innovation, professionalization of the sector – How can local players ride the wave and capitalize on this new phase of global momentum?
12:30pm - 01:30pm
Sustainability in Asset Operation
What Are the Best Approaches for Maintaining a Healthy Performance?
Efficiency and Value - How KPIs drive long-term asset value and reflect a better environmental performance? Are certifications like LEED or EDGE still worth the investment in today’s market?
Smart Operations - How can technology and data improve building efficiency? How can developers scale smart solutions across diverse portfolios affordably?
Retrofitting, Climate Risk & Resilience - How is climate risk being addressed in asset management? Is resilience now central to sustainability? Which improvements help existing buildings stay efficient and relevant in a greener market?
12:30pm - 01:30pm
The Transformative Potential of AI
Where Should Efforts Be Focused?
Deal sourcing, underwriting, and portfolio intelligence – How is AI changing investment decisions and market analysis?
Construction, design, and asset operations – Where can AI deliver the biggest efficiency gains across the real estate lifecycle?
Strategic focus – Where should developers invest time and capital to ensure AI adoption translates into real competitive advantage?
12:30pm - 01:30pm
Housing Funding
Structuring the Business to Attract Greater Investment
Capital sources, investment vehicles, and green finance – What structures are helping scale housing projects and attract both institutional and climate-aligned capital?
Risk mitigation, public-private partnerships, and exit strategies – How can developers build bankable models that align with investor expectations and ESG goals?
Affordability, demand segmentation, and sustainability – How are housing strategies evolving to meet market needs, environmental standards, and capital return requirements?
12:30pm - 01:30pm
Urban Revitalization and Mixed-Use Projects
How to Create Positive Impact While Enhancing Returns?
Infrastructure gaps, planning, placemaking, and public-private coordination – What are the key ingredients for successful urban revitalization that balances community benefit with investor returns?
Mixed-use models, tenant curation, and adaptive reuse – How are developers unlocking value through integrated, flexible, and experiential spaces?
Impact metrics, ESG alignment, and inclusive growth – How can urban projects attract capital by demonstrating both financial performance and social/environmental impact?
12:30pm - 01:30pm
Hotel Investment
The Smart Choice—Greenfield or Brownfield?
Design Flexibility, Brand Integration, and Experience - Do brownfield conversions limit brand standards or guest experience potential? When does a new build offer more freedom to align with the operator’s vision and customer expectations? What types of capital are backing greenfield vs. brownfield projects?
Location, Risk, and Market Fit - What makes a location right for investment today? new builds vs. conversions? How should investors weigh costs, land availability, and local demand patterns for new projects? Does one option offer a clearer path to returns or operational control?
Innovation, Modularity, and Construction Trends -How are developers using innovation to reduce risk and speed up delivery? Is one model better suited to adapt to evolving demand?
02:45pm - 03:45pm
The Evolution of Retail and Shopping Centers
What is the ideal format for each market?
Consumer behavior, experiential retail, and mixed-use integration – How are successful retail formats adapting to evolving lifestyles and expectations?
Tenant mix, digitalization, and anchor strategies – What are the key levers to drive traffic, relevance, and financial performance in different markets?
Local context and market segmentation – What formats work best in mature vs. emerging markets, and how can developers tailor retail concepts to local dynamics and spending power?
02:45pm - 03:45pm
JV’s & Co-Investment
Successful Strategies for Sustainable Scaling
Partner selection, alignment of interests, and governance – What makes a joint venture structure resilient and successful over time?
Risk-sharing, capital efficiency, and local execution – How are co-investment models helping scale projects while managing exposure?
Lessons from recent deals – What joint ventures have succeeded or failed in recent years, and why? What can we learn about business models, deal structuring, and long-term value creation?
02:45pm - 03:45pm
Multifamily & BTR
What can we take from the playbook of established markets?
Operating models, tenant experience, and asset management – What are the key elements behind successful multifamily and BTR strategies in the US and Europe?
Financing structures, scale, and institutional appetite – What makes these models attractive to long-term capital, and how can that be replicated locally?
Market fit and adaptation – What lessons (good and bad) can Latin American developers take from mature markets, and how should the product evolve to match local demand?
02:45pm - 03:45pm
Office Repurposing
The Key Asset Strategy for Unlocking Greater Property Value?
Vacancy, location, and structural adaptability – What types of office assets are best positioned for conversion or repositioning?
Conversions to residential, mixed-use, or life sciences – What models are proving most viable, and how do regulatory and financial frameworks support (or hinder) these transformations?
Value creation, sustainability, and long-term demand – How can repurposing strategies enhance asset performance while aligning with new urban and ESG trends?
04:15pm - 05:15pm
Portfolio Diversification
What is the secret to creating value and ensuring stable cash flow?
Asset mix, geography, and timing – What strategies are leading investors using to build resilient, income-generating real estate portfolios?
Core vs. value-add, emerging markets, and currency exposure – How are investors balancing yield, risk, and long-term growth across regions and asset classes?
Liquidity, capital structure, and operating efficiency – What are the practical levers to stabilize cash flow in a shifting economic environment?
04:15pm - 05:15pm
The Future of LPs:
Rethinking The Investment Strategy?
Portfolio allocation, risk appetite, and return expectations – How are LPs adapting their strategies in response to shifting macro and real estate cycles?
Direct investments, co-GPs, and operational influence – Are LPs becoming more active, and how is that reshaping the traditional GP-LP dynamic?
Thematic strategies, ESG, and innovation – Where are LPs placing long-term bets, and what new priorities are emerging across geographies and asset classes?
04:15pm - 05:15pm
Industrial Logistics
Still the Star of the Market?
Demand drivers, e-commerce growth, and supply chain evolution – What factors are continuing to fuel the boom in industrial logistics, and are they sustainable? How might the US-China tensions and shifting trade policies affect global supply chains and logistics demand?
Location, automation, and technological innovation – How are new trends like smart warehouses and proximity to key transport hubs reshaping the logistics landscape? How could these trends evolve in Latin America, given geopolitical shifts?
Returns, risk, and diversification – Is industrial logistics still the safest bet for investors, or are there new challenges to consider as the market matures, particularly with potential disruptions in global trade?
04:15pm - 05:15pm
Branded Residences
How to Develop a Successful Holistic Project?
Brand value, positioning, and customer expectations – What makes a branded residence project truly differentiated, and how do brands translate lifestyle into long-term value?
Market selection, pricing strategy, and business structure – What makes a location ideal, and what must developers understand to structure a viable, profitable branded residence project? Does branding truly add value, or does it just add cost and complexity if you don’t choose the right partner?
Design standards, service models, and operator alignment – How can developers ensure consistency, excellence, and a seamless partnership with the brand? What should be considered when choosing the right partner?
05:30pm - 06:30pm
Global Capital Flows
Is real estate still the golden investment?
Capital allocation, inflation hedging, and comparative performance – How does real estate stack up today against other asset classes in a shifting macro environment?
Cross-border flows, geopolitical risk, and regional rebalancing – How are global investors adjusting their strategies, and what role is Latin America playing in that repositioning? Is the region gaining relevance or still perceived as too risky?
Risk, regulation, and conviction – Is real estate still viewed as a “safe haven,” or is its golden status fading under pressure? Are investors truly rethinking their loyalty to the asset class or just repositioning within it?
Equity International (EI) is an institutional investment management company focused on accelerating growth for world-class companies in the most compelling emerging and frontier markets. We identify the highest-quality local operating partners and invest not only our capital but our operating expertise, ability to create enterprise value and exceptional access to capital. Through our global reach, unique approach and successful track record, EI is recognized as a leading international investor, operator and partner of choice.
The Park Hill Real Estate Group LLC, a registered broker-dealer with the NASD, is a placement agent on behalf of sponsors of high quality real estate investment opportunities. Members of the Park Hill Real Estate team assist with a variety of capital raising assignments focused on investing in both debt and equity strategies across the globe. These investment strategies are developed from a broad transaction pipeline of domestic and international sponsors. The team combines its expertise in real estate finance with access to the highest quality property investors on a global basis. In all its work, Park Hill Real Estate combines integrity and discretion in its service to its clients. Park Hill Real Estate is an affiliate of The Blackstone Group. Blackstone is one of the world's leading firms engaged in real estate private equity investment. From time to time, Park Hill Real Estate Group assists Blackstone with capital raising for its real estate investment strategies. "
Established in 1981 to manage Singapore’s foreign reserves, GIC is a global long-term investor with well over US$100 billion in assets in over 40 countries worldwide. We work to secure Singapore’s financial future by investing across a range of asset classes in the public and private markets.
Grupo Lar is a Spanish company, with a strong international and exclusively real estate vocation, a sector in which we were born and in which we have maintained ourselves for 50 years. We are specialists, with a vocation not only for permanence but also for development and expansion both in Spain and abroad. Grupo Lar is specialized in the investment and management of real estate assets with a strategy based on risk diversification, the development of competitive advantages.
A Cyrela é a maior construtora residencial e imobiliária em receita e valor de mercado no Brasil. Considerada uma das mais sólidas empresas no setor de construção civil, atualmente opera em 17 estados e 55 cidades no Brasil.
SURA Asset Management is the leading pension fund manager in LatAm with over US$100 bn of AUM and 17 million clients across the continent
What will you find at the Latin America GRI Real Estate 2025?
More than 350 real estate leaders from USA, Canada, Central America, Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Argentina, and other Latin American countries.
Insiders View
Latin America GRI Real Estate 2024 & GRI Hospitality
New era of opportunities in Latin America.
Controlled inflation and lower interest rates are expected to boost investment in the region's real estate market
Banco Sabadell es el cuarto grupo bancario privado español, integrado por diferentes bancos, marcas, sociedades filiales y sociedades participadas que abarcan todos los ámbitos del negocio financiero bajo un denominador común: profesionalidad y calidad. Un equipo dotado de los recursos tecnológicos y comerciales más modernos, y una organización multimarca y multicanal enfocada al cliente permiten a Banco Sabadell ocupar una destacada posición en el mercado en banca personal y de empresas.
BRAIN is a company of intelligence, research and market studies in Real Estate. Brain develops quantitative, qualitative researches, product tests, vocational studies and competitive analysis, with its own methodology throughout Brazil.
A law firm’s effectiveness is not judged on the past, but on the present and future. Who are the nimble players as markets, technologies and circumstances continually change? At Greenberg Traurig, we’re built for those changes. You see it in how we hire talent, work with you, choose our locations, run our business, foster diversity, and serve our communities.
Global Businesses Inc was founded in 2002. It is a company focused in developing residential for sale or built-to-rent buildings in Mexico City.
We are currently developing 22 sites.
We are focused in Alcaldía (County) Benito Juarez, Miguel Hidalgo and Cuauhtemoc, with minor interests in Alvaro Obregon and Cuajimalpa Alcaldía.
Tamayo Desarrollos es una empresa con mas de 20 años de experiencia en operaciones inmobiliarias integrales, desde la adquisición de la propiedad, zonificación, financiación, hasta la construcción y venta o arrendamiento de la propiedad.
Realizamos nuestras estrategias de manera segura, clara y redituable, siempre con honestidad, compromiso e integridad.
Nuestra misión es lograr que las metas de nuestros clientes e inversionistas lleguen a su máximo potencial, impactando así en una economía más saludable, un entorno más equilibrado y un futuro mejor.
Since 1975, Ritch Mueller has actively participated in the development and growth of Mexico’s financial and securities markets of private and public sector. Ritch Mueller is a market leader in its practice areas. We represent and provide sophisticated high value added legal and tax advice to domestic and international clients in respect of their business transactions in Mexico. We work hand in hand with our clients in structuring and implementing solutions that meet their needs. Our legal and tax team combines seasoned and young legal practitioners and professionals, creating one of the most talented teams of legal professionals in Mexico. We privilege teamwork and efficiency and guide our practice based on the ethics passed down from the firm’s founder, the late James E. Ritch.
Gaea engineers enterprise solutions for the most challenging project management and supply chain problems in every industry. And we do it with an intimate knowledge of the Oracle enterprise products that we helped pioneer along with considerable expertise in the industries we serve.
Gaea has an established track record of delivering unrivaled value and customer satisfaction to clients across the globe. Gaea is an Oracle Partner.
Gaea was founded by former thought leaders and architects of Oracle’s Supply Chain and Primavera products. Our goal is to leverage our deep product knowledge, extensive industry experience, and hands-on process expertise to consistently deliver successful solution implementations and business processes. Over the last two decades, Gaea’s founders have deployed enterprise applications for more than 2000 customers.
Pérez-Llorca es una firma de abogados internacional que opera en España, Portugal y México y proporciona asesoramiento de la más alta calidad en las principales operaciones y disputas del mercado.
El Despacho aborda trabajo multijurisdiccional en Europa, América y Asia y ofrece asesoramiento global en ley española, portuguesa, mexicana y europea con oficinas en Barcelona, Bruselas, Ciudad de México, Lisboa, Londres, Madrid, Monterrey, Nueva York y Singapur, desde donde trabajan en conjunto más de 800 profesionales entre los que se cuentan casi 500 abogados.
En oxoHotel, somos apasionados por convertir tus inversiones en historias de éxito increíbles. Desde la idea hasta la gestión, nos aseguramos de que cada detalle cuente.Creamos hoteles que son más que negocios, son experiencias inolvidables.
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