Ecuador

Scientist, entrepreneur, and international reference in applied biodiversity, driving new regenerative models based on natural capital. His work integrates science, innovation, and ancestral knowledge to turn biodiversity into an engine of sustainable development. He has led initiatives connecting conservation with bioeconomy and productive transformation. His vision positions nature as a strategic advantage for the future. He combines systemic thinking with applied solutions to scale impact. At BioSummit he will bring a transformative outlook on regeneration and nature-based innovation.

Argentina

Argentine anthropologist and educator, internationally recognized for his work on the human right to water, integral ecology, and sustainable development. He is rector of the University Institute of Water and Sanitation (UIAS) and founder of the Institute for Global Dialogue and the Culture of Encounter. His career connects sustainability, social inclusion, and environmental governance from a humanist vision inspired by the principles of integral ecology. He has taken part in international initiatives related to water access, ecosystem protection, and the development of more resilient development models. His approach integrates social justice, sustainability, and cooperation to address contemporary global challenges.

Ecuador

Economist and former Vice President of the Republic of Ecuador, recognized as one of the most influential voices in economic analysis and public policy in the region. His career has been marked by his contribution to the debate on development, structural reforms, and competitiveness. From an economic-thinking standpoint, he has contributed to discussions on fiscal sustainability, productivity, and economic futures. His approach connects public policy, markets, and development from a strategic, long-term perspective. He brings a key perspective on economy, governance, and the challenges facing more resilient productive models. At BioSummit he will share reflections on economic development and opportunities for a sustainable transition.

Belgium

Professor of tropical agronomy and an international reference in tropical agriculture, applied botany, and sustainable production systems. His academic and scientific career has contributed to the development of solutions for biodiversity, food security, and the sustainable use of natural resources. He has driven applied research connecting scientific knowledge with innovation for productive territories. His approach integrates agroecology, resilience, and the transformation of agricultural systems from a global perspective. He brings a key perspective on regenerative agriculture and the role of science in the bioeconomy. At BioSummit he will share views on sustainable production, biodiversity, and innovation for the future of agri-food systems.