Juan Carlos Cruz
Juan Carlos Cruz is a highly experienced Mexican corporate lawyer with over 20 years of expertise advising multinational companies across highly regulated industries. He currently serves as Regional Legal Director for CS Shell & Quaker State in Mexico, the Dominican Republic, and US (Texas), where he leads legal strategy and operations across these jurisdictions. Throughout his career, Juan Carlos has held regional leadership roles in global corporations including Unilever, BIC, and Sanofi, overseeing legal matters in more than 14 countries across Latin America. His work focuses on enabling business growth through compliance, risk management, and strategic legal guidance.
Giselle Miyagi
As Senior Counsel for Privacy, AI & Data Responsibility, she is a highly accomplished legal leader who brings over 24 years of legal experience across diverse, complex industries, supported by a robust dual academic foundation in Business Administration and Law. This background informs her strategic, business-aligned legal approach, particularly across Latin America, where she provides critical legal advisory and compliance support in rapidly evolving areas such as Data Analytics, Open Finance, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Cybersecurity. She is deeply committed to delivering innovative, legally sound solutions that align with the dynamic needs of customers, regulators, and stakeholders in the digital landscape. Her career is marked by impactful achievements, including leading the successful defense strategy in a landmark +$100 million litigation.
José Roberto Salinas Padilla
José Roberto Salinas Padilla holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Law and Social Sciences, a Master’s Degree in Constitutional Procedural Law, and a Doctorate in Constitutional Law and Governance from the Autonomous University of Nuevo León (UANL). He also has Postgraduate studies in Financial Administration and Postgraduate studies in Education from Universidad EDEC de Monterrey. Furthermore, he completed an MBA with a specialization in Finance, Management, and Business Direction from Università Politecnico di Bari, in coordination with the University of Cassino and Southern Lazio, and Cerem International Business School. In 2024, he began his MBA studies specializing in International Business at Miami International University (MIU), and also commenced Master’s studies and certification in Artificial Intelligence with ThePower and Microsoft. He has practiced as a litigation attorney in the Unit
Paola Serna L
With a powerhouse legal career spanning 15+ years across global institutions like BBVA, Volvo Financial, Navistar, and OMRON, Paola brings a rare blend of financial acumen, compliance mastery, and international governance experience. She holds a law degree from ITAM and a Master’s in Compliance from Nebrija University in Spain, alongside advanced certifications in Finance, Legal Tech, Corporate Law, and Customs Operations. At OMRON, she not only built an in-house legal team from the ground up, but also led compliance and governance across Latin America, Europe, and Japan proving herself as a global operator with local insight.
Abhinav Mishra
Honoured with the National Icon Award 2025 and National Law Day Award 2022, Mr. Abhinav Mishra has established himself as a distinguished first-generation lawyer. As Panel-A Counsel for the Government of India before the Hon’ble Supreme Court, he leads high-stakes litigation across varied legal domains. Known for securing numerous reportable judgments, he is empanelled with major PSUs and Corporations such as BSPHCL, NHIDCL, ITDC, NBCFDC, PNB, and NEPA Ltd. Mr. Mishra also advises an esteemed private clientele, including Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., IndiGo, Sunflag Iron & Steel Co. Ltd., JettWings Airways, Dentium India, Star Health and Allied Insurance Co. Ltd. and Isolux Corsan India
Joao Mateus Borges da Silveira
A lawyer since 2003, João Mateus Borges da Silveira is the founder and CEO of Borges Advogados Associados, a law firm with nationwide operations in complex areas of law. He holds a Law degree from UFMA and a specialization in Civil Law, Civil Procedure, and Business Law. He also earned an LL.M. in International Commercial Law from UC Davis (USA), with participation in international seminars at the University of Cologne (Germany).
Flavio Telles de Almeida
Flavio Telles de Almeida is a seasoned Brazilian lawyer with more than two decades of experience leading legal strategy in the energy and infrastructure sectors. He holds three MBAs in Business Management, Law and Regulation of the Electric Sector, and Leadership and Sustainability from the University of Cumbria in the United Kingdom.
Oscar Sanabria
Oscar Alfredo Sanabria Solís is a distinguished lawyer and notary with over 20 years of professional experience, specializing in Administrative Law, Anti-Bribery Compliance, Regulatory Reform, and Local Governance. His career spans key roles within El Salvador’s public sector, particularly in municipal and judicial institutions, where he has become recognized for strengthening integrity systems, advancing regulatory modernization, and elevating legal standards across government entities.
Borges Advogados Associados
Borges Advogados Associados is a leading Brazilian law firm founded by João Mateus Borges da Silveira, with offices in São Luís, Rio de Janeiro, and Brasília. With over two decades of experience, the firm offers high-quality legal services in corporate law, commercial litigation, maritime law, tax, and international law. Renowned for its client-focused approach, innovation, and ethical practice, Borges Advogados combines deep legal expertise with strategic business insight. Its team represents clients before higher courts, influences jurisprudence, and provides modern, transparent, and future-ready legal solutions both in Brazil and internationally.
Felipe dos Santos Carvalho
With nearly two decades of experience, Felipe dos Santos Carvalho is a distinguished labor lawyer and seasoned Labor Legal Manager. Since beginning his career in 2006, Felipe has combined deep technical expertise with strategic vision, building a reputation for delivering impactful results for some of Brazil’s largest corporations, each with workforces exceeding 20,000 employees.
