Jaime Vigil
Jaime Vigil is a seasoned legal professional with expertise in corporate and new technology law. He holds a Bachelor’s in Legal Sciences from the Higher School of Economics and Business and a postgraduate degree in New Technology Law from ISEADE-FEPADE. Currently pursuing an online LLM at the University of Arizona, he serves as Country Manager and Senior Attorney at Biz Latin Hub El Salvador. Jaime advises local and international clients on corporate, labor, IP, and immigration matters, with a focus on cryptoassets and digital assets. His experience and commitment make him a trusted advisor in today’s evolving legal landscape.
Javier AMUCHÁSTEGUI
He is a lawyer from Córdoba, Argentina, with nearly two decades of legal experience. Since 2007, he has taught Labor Law at Universidad Católica de Córdoba, where he graduated in 2006. His career includes roles in top private law firms, public service in the State Attorney’s Office, and currently, Legal Director at Serving Immigrants. He leads a team of 30+ paralegals, focusing on workflow optimization, excellence, and client-centered service. Known for his leadership, communication, and strategic thinking, he is committed to delivering exceptional legal representation through collaboration, continuous improvement, and a results-driven approach to every case.
Igor Goncalves
Igor Maia Gonçalves is a Brazilian lawyer with 15+ years advising infrastructure and energy clients. He has led legal and business development in projects across 30+ countries—including Australia, Spain, France, Denmark, and Portugal—and specializes in renewable energy investments . Igor holds law degrees from Universidade de Fortaleza and University of Oviedo, with a postgraduate focus in Civil Law and a Master’s in IP & Technology Transfer, culminating in a green-hydrogen regulatory thesis. He helped draft Ceará’s first environmental legislation for green hydrogen facilities. Serving as President of the Ceará Chambers for International Trade, Brazil– Argentina, and Brazil–Canada relations, he also teaches at the Federal University of Ceará and speaks internationally on innovation and energy.
Henrique Tetsuaki Matsura Misawa
Carvalho, Machado e Timm Advogados (CMT) combines agility, expertise in largescale projects, sector specialization, and proven results. Founded in 2003, the firm merges the strengths of major national and international law firms with boutique-style client care, delivering strategic corporate legal solutions . With 133 professionals, CMT offers a comprehensive understanding of clients’ businesses, enabling targeted risk assessments, contingency planning, and cost-benefit analysis. Ranked by Chambers, Legal 500, and Análise Advocacia, the firm excels in preventive law and dispute resolution with a focus on efficiency, ethics, and technical precision. Its multidisciplinary team offers expertise across corporate governance, contracts, compliance, arbitration, M&A, labor, tax, energy, and more.
Giovanni Rosales
I am GIOVANNI ROSALES, a Senior In-House Counsel from Mexico with over 13 years of international legal experience. As Deputy General Counsel at CIMMYT, a nonprofit advancing agricultural research and global food security, I manage international contracts, partnerships, governance, risk, and organizational strategy. I collaborate closely with governments, international agencies, and philanthropic organizations, ensuring legal alignment with CIMMYT’s mission to support sustainable agriculture and food security. My passion for law and service drives me to make a meaningful impact. At CIMMYT, I employ my legal expertise to navigate complex landscapes, enabling positive change for communities in need.
Gerardo Alanis
GERARDO ALANIS is a corporate attorney at Baker McKenzie, based in Monterrey, Mexico. With deep expertise in mergers and acquisitions, cross-border transactions, corporate reorganizations, and financing, he regularly advises multinational companies operating in or entering the Mexican market. Gerardo holds a Bachelor of Laws, a Master’s in Business Law (Mexico), an LL.M. (U.S.), and is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Law. In addition to his legal practice, he contributes to academia as a professor of Corporate Governance at one of Mexico’s most prestigious private law schools. His strategic legal insight, combined with a strong academic foundation, positions him at the forefront of Mexico’s evolving corporate legal landscape.
Gabriela Badi
Gabriela Badi is a legal executive with 25+ years of experience advising C-level leaders and managing legal operations in tech, finance, and consulting. She began in boutique tech law firms, later specializing in corporate and banking law. For 18 years, she held senior in-house roles, including Managing Director for Legal at Accenture Brazil. Now leading her consultancy, she advises on legal strategy, governance, and compliance. A Brazil-Switzerland citizen, she holds a law degree and MBA, and speaks Portuguese, English, and Spanish.
Felipe Fredes
I am a licensed attorney from Universidad de Chile with 12 years of experience in intellectual property, asset management, and complex technology contracts in the mining and metallurgical sectors. I hold an LL.M. in Intellectual Property Law from The George Washington University (2020) and a diploma in innovation management from Universidad de Chile (2017). Currently, I serve as Legal Director at DUAM S.A., advising clients—mainly Codelco—on innovation and intellectual asset management. I also teach at Universidad Central’s Entrepreneurship Legal Clinic and Universidad de Santiago’s Knowledge Management Diploma Program, focusing on intellectual property, legal support for entrepreneurs, and strategic use of knowledge in innovation-driven environments.
Felipe Pessoa Ferro
Brazil’s recent reforms—starting with the 2019 Economic Freedom Act—reflect an ongoing push to boost investment and streamline regulation. The 2023 Tax Reform (Amendment 132/2023 and Law 214/2025) introduced a dual VAT system (IBS and CBS) and the IS tax, a federal levy on socially or environmentally harmful goods like alcohol, tobacco, and mining. With fixed and progressive rates tied to emissions or health risks, IS impacts pricing, compliance, and competitiveness. Export rules remain pending congressional review. Legal counsel is crucial as Brazil modernizes its tax landscape and strengthens its appeal to Felipe Pessoa global investors.
Felipe Abril
Felipe Abril is a Colombian lawyer with 7+ years of experience advising multinational companies across Latin America. As Senior Legal Counsel for LATAM at inDrive, he leads legal strategy and ensures regulatory compliance. His expertise spans commercial and technology law, corporate governance, consumer protection, and IP. Formerly at adidas Colombia, he led commercial negotiations and brand protection. He holds a law degree and specialization from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, with further studies in Entertainment Law at Universidad de los Andes.
