ABOUT THE PROGRAM
This panel will examine investment opportunities and key trends across Latin American markets, offering insight into the region’s economic outlook. Experts will discuss major drivers of growth, evolving market conditions. The conversation will also explore how global forces—such as geopolitics, technology, and sustainability—are shaping capital flows and long-term prospects in Latin America, before concluding with a look at where investors may find the most promising opportunities ahead.
Light refreshments will be provided.
PANELISTS
Lauren is the President & CEO of the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia, the region’s largest and longest-running international nonprofit. World Affairs opens doors between Philadelphia and the world. From powerful speaker events and international exchanges to youth education, to professional development and curated travel programs, this is where continents, cultures, and ideas connect.
Previously, she was Deputy Commerce Director of International Business & Global Strategy for the City of Philadelphia. With a focus on global business attraction, foreign direct investment, and promoting exports, her work created jobs and strengthened the local economy. She crafted the global strategy for Philadelphia and hosted thousands of delegations, diplomats, businesses and investors.
Lauren has also served as the Deputy Director at the trade association, Food Export USA – Northeast, promoting U.S. exports in over 40 countries. Lauren has experience running her own consulting firm specializing in international project management and food marketing. She has lived and worked abroad in Copenhagen and London.
Lauren is the Honorary Consul of Sweden for Pennsylvania. Lauren serves as a Board Member for the following organizations: Leadership Philadelphia; Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Satell Institute, and Global Philadelphia Association. She is a member of the International Women’s Forum, Sunday Breakfast Club and the Forum of Executive Women. She also serves on Pennsylvania Advisory Committee for the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition. She earned a B.A. in Communications at Randolph-Macon Woman’s College with minors in Business Economics, Spanish and Philosophy. Lauren is an accomplished speaker at conferences and events around the world. Awards include: 2023 City & State Above & Beyond, 2023 Titan 100, 2023 Philadelphia Business Journal Women of Influence, 2019 “40 Under 40” from the Philadelphia Business Journal and Temple University’s Fox School of Business International Business Partner of the Year in 2016-2017.
Juan Bautista Zambon is a member of the Corporate & Business practice at Royer Cooper Cohen Braunfeld. A bilingual attorney fluent in English and Spanish, Juan brings more than 15 years of experience in corporate and securities law, with a particular focus on mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and cross-border transactions.
Juan advises clients on a wide range of sophisticated transactions and projects, offering strategic counsel from deal inception through execution. His entrepreneurial mindset and collaborative approach make him a valued advisor to both domestic and international clients navigating dynamic and challenging business environments.
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