27-28 May, 2026
Buenos Aires, ARGENTINA

Pestana Buenos Aires City Center & Spa Hotel

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Speakers

About our Event Speakers

We bring you accomplished leaders, authors, and advocates with proven achievements and visionary perspectives from diverse fields and experiences. Their expertise, innovative ideas, and forward-thinking strategies offer valuable insights to drive growth and achieve success.

Speakers at this Event

Mr. Cr. Alvaro Queijo

Director

Envases Mercosur

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Mr. Cr. Alvaro Queijo

Mr. Cr. Alvaro Queijo

Director

Envases Mercosur

AGENDA SESSION

CLOSING THE LOOP ON PET PACKAGING IN URUGUAY: SCALING FOOD-GRADE RPET TO MEET RECYCLED CONTENT MANDATES

Day 1 [Wed 27, May], at 02:15 PM

PROFILE

Will update soon

Mr. Carlos Lotero

Houston Operations Manager

Custom Polymers Inc

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Mr. Carlos Lotero

Mr. Carlos Lotero

Houston Operations Manager

Custom Polymers Inc

AGENDA SESSION

Chairman’s Introduction

Day 1 [Wed 27, May], at 09:00 AM

PROFILE

Mr. Nicolas Pell Richards

Director

Reciclar S.A.

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Mr. Nicolas Pell Richards

Mr. Nicolas Pell Richards

Director

Reciclar S.A.

AGENDA SESSION

PANEL DISCUSSION : COLLABORATION ACROSS VALUE CHAIN TO UNLOCK CIRCUILARITY AT SCALE

Day 1 [Wed 27, May], at 11:15 AM

PROFILE

Mr. Mariano Herrera Menghi

Product Development, Innovation and Sustainability SBT's Sr. Director Latam

Amcor

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Mr. Mariano Herrera Menghi

Mr. Mariano Herrera Menghi

Product Development, Innovation and Sustainability SBT's Sr. Director Latam

Amcor

AGENDA SESSION

Chairman’s Introduction

Day 2 [Thu 28, May], at 09:00 AM

PROFILE

Will update soon

Hector Celso Perrogon Salas

Recycling Manager

Empacar S.A.

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Hector Celso Perrogon Salas

Hector Celso Perrogon Salas

Recycling Manager

Empacar S.A.

AGENDA SESSION

FROM AMBITION TO EXECUTION : BUILDING A VIABLE CIRCULAR PACKAGING MODEL IN BOLIVIA

Day 1 [Wed 27, May], at 02:45 PM

PROFILE

Ms. Agustina Sitler

Procurement Plastic Feedstock Senior Manager Latam

Unilever de Argentina S.A

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Ms. Agustina Sitler

Ms. Agustina Sitler

Procurement Plastic Feedstock Senior Manager Latam

Unilever de Argentina S.A

AGENDA SESSION

SECURING PCR AT SCALE: A PROCUREMENT-LED STRATEGY TO CLOSE THE LOOP IN LATIN AMERICA

Day 1 [Wed 27, May], at 10:15 AM

PROFILE

Agustina Sitler is the Senior Procurement Manager - Plastic Feedstock Latam. Agustina has more than 15 years of experience in Procurement in different companies, and for the last 4 years has been in charge of the development of the PCR portfolio in the region.

Mr. Mauricio Turcato

PD&I Business Development Manager LATAM

Amcor

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Mr. Mauricio Turcato

Mr. Mauricio Turcato

PD&I Business Development Manager LATAM

Amcor

AGENDA SESSION

LATEST DESIGN & INNOVATION TO ADDRESS CURRENT CHALLENGES IN COST, PERFORMANCE AND SUSTAINABILITY

Day 1 [Wed 27, May], at 04:15 PM

FROM COMMITMENT TO ACTION: ADVANCING SUSTAINABLE DAIRY PACKAGING AT MASTELLONE HNOS

Day 1 [Wed 27, May], at 12:20 PM

PROFILE

Spanish Version 
Mauricio Turcato se desempeña en Amcor como Gerente de Desarrollo de Producto, Innovación y Desarrollo de Negocios para América Latina. En su rol actual, actúa como puente entre los equipos comerciales y de investigación y desarrollo para acelerar soluciones de packaging de alto impacto en la región.
Con más de 15 años de trayectoria en la industria, además de su rol en Amcor, ha trabajado en compañías líderes como Nestlé y Henkel, liderando proyectos de desarrollo de envases, implementación de nuevos formatos de producto, puesta en marcha de maquinaria y optimización de líneas de envasado tanto en España como en Argentina.
Su perfil combina profundidad técnica con liderazgo transversal, trabajando junto a equipos de marketing, compras, operaciones y proveedores para desarrollar soluciones escalables y sustentables.
Actualmente centra su enfoque en impulsar soluciones que mejoren simultáneamente la performance económica, técnica y ambiental de los envases plásticos de PET, promoviendo el aligeramiento estructural, el diseño para reciclabilidad, la incorporación de material reciclado y modelos de innovación colaborativa a lo largo de toda la cadena de valor.
Es Ingeniero por la Universidad Nacional de Córdoba (Argentina) y Máster en Packaging Engineering por IQS en Barcelona (España).

English Version
Mauricio Turcato serves at Amcor as Product Development, Innovation and Business Development Manager for Latin America. In his current role, he acts as a bridge between commercial teams and research and development to accelerate high-impact packaging solutions across the region.
With more than 15 years of experience in the industry, in addition to his role at Amcor, he has worked at leading companies such as Nestlé and Henkel, leading packaging development projects, implementation of new product formats, commissioning of machinery, and optimization of packaging lines in both Spain and Argentina.
His profile combines strong technical depth with cross-functional leadership, working alongside marketing, procurement, operations, and suppliers to develop scalable and sustainable solutions.
He currently focuses on driving solutions that simultaneously improve the economic, technical, and environmental performance of PET plastic packaging, promoting lightweighting, design for recyclability, the incorporation of recycled content, and collaborative innovation models across the entire value chain.
He holds an Engineering degree from Universidad Nacional de Córdoba (Argentina) and a Master’s Degree in Packaging Engineering from IQS in Barcelona (Spain).
 

Mr. Gaston Ezequiel Dominguez

Head of Packaging Development

Mastellone Hnos. S.A.

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Mr. Gaston Ezequiel Dominguez

Mr. Gaston Ezequiel Dominguez

Head of Packaging Development

Mastellone Hnos. S.A.

AGENDA SESSION

FROM COMMITMENT TO ACTION: ADVANCING SUSTAINABLE DAIRY PACKAGING AT MASTELLONE HNOS

Day 1 [Wed 27, May], at 12:20 PM

PROFILE

Gaston Dominguez is currently the Head of Packaging Development at Mastellone Hnos., where he has been leading innovation and sustainability initiatives for dairy packaging. With more than ten years of experience in packaging engineering, he specializes in optimizing material usage, advancing sustainable practices, and developing solutions designed to enhance the consumer experience. His passion lies in collaborating across the value chain to achieve measurable progress in sustainable packaging.

Ms. Veruska Causo Rigolin

Sales Manager – South America

Futamura

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Ms. Veruska Causo Rigolin

Ms. Veruska Causo Rigolin

Sales Manager – South America

Futamura

AGENDA SESSION

COMPOSTABLE FILM MARKET TRENDS & REGULATORY OUTLOOK

Day 2 [Thu 28, May], at 11:40 AM

PROFILE

Veruska Rigolin holds a degree in International Trade and a postgraduate qualification in International Business, and has dedicated the past 20 years of her career at Futamura to advancing sustainable packaging solutions. As Sales Manager for South America, she actively drives the transition toward more responsible materials, connecting innovation with real market needs.

As a founding member and current President of ABICOM (Brazilian Association of Biodegradable and Compostable Polymers), Veruska plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of sustainable materials in Brazil. She is deeply committed to educating the market, fostering collaboration across the value chain, and accelerating the adoption of biodegradable and compostable solutions as part of a more circular and regenerative economy.

Mr. Ederson Sotini

Application Sales Consultant – Bottle, Latin America

Erema Engineering Recycling Maschinen und Anlagen GmbH

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Mr. Ederson Sotini

Mr. Ederson Sotini

Application Sales Consultant – Bottle, Latin America

Erema Engineering Recycling Maschinen und Anlagen GmbH

AGENDA SESSION

FOOD SAFETY MEETS PLANT AVAILABILITY: EREMA'S IMPROVED FOOD CONTACT CONTROL

Day 1 [Wed 27, May], at 03:15 PM

PROFILE

Nataly Acosta

Senior Manager - Investor Relations and Communications, LAC

Circulate Capital

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Nataly Acosta

Nataly Acosta

Senior Manager - Investor Relations and Communications, LAC

Circulate Capital

AGENDA SESSION

PANEL DISCUSSION : COLLABORATION ACROSS VALUE CHAIN TO UNLOCK CIRCUILARITY AT SCALE

Day 1 [Wed 27, May], at 11:15 AM

PROFILE

Nataly Acosta leads Investor Relations for Latin America at Circulate Capital, where she focuses on mobilizing capital and strengthening strategic partnerships to advance plastic circularity in the region. With a background in chemical engineering and Impact Finance, along with prior experience in the corporate sector, Nataly has built her career at the intersection of industry and investment. She works closely with companies and global brands to unlock investment opportunities in recycling and waste management infrastructure, supporting the transition to more sustainable value chains across Latin America.

Ms. Taís Sozo Marcon Bett

Director of Chemicals & Specialties LATAM

MaxiQuim Chemical Business & Intelligence

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Ms. Taís Sozo Marcon Bett

Ms. Taís Sozo Marcon Bett

Director of Chemicals & Specialties LATAM

MaxiQuim Chemical Business & Intelligence

AGENDA SESSION

THE CIRCULAR PLASTICS MARKET IN LATIN AMERICA: REGULATION, PRICES, AND BUSINESS IMPLICATIONS

Day 1 [Wed 27, May], at 09:45 AM

PROFILE

Taís Marcon is a Director at MaxiQuim and a Senior International Market Intelligence Expert with over 20 years of experience in the chemical industry. She manages business development, coordinates and executes consulting projects across Latin America, and provides strategic market analysis to support clients’ decision-making processes. Her expertise covers the petrochemical, specialties, fertilizers, pulp & paper, renewable chemicals, plastics recycling, and circular economy sectors.


She has led and managed large-scale projects focused on supply and demand analysis, pricing, logistics, competition, regulation, and market entry strategies. She has also been responsible for structuring business units, expanding client portfolios, and creating market intelligence solutions tailored to corporate strategy.


Her international experience includes continuous monitoring and direct engagement with stakeholders across the plastics recycling value chain in countries such as Mexico, Chile, Argentina and Colombia developing high-level insights on market dynamics, pricing trends, and regulatory landscapes.

 

Ms. Ines Magneres

Commercial Management

Alpek Polyester Argentina S. A.

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Ms. Ines Magneres

Ms. Ines Magneres

Commercial Management

Alpek Polyester Argentina S. A.

AGENDA SESSION

CHALLENGES FACING LOCAL PET & RPET PRODUCER

Day 1 [Wed 27, May], at 11:50 AM

PROFILE

 

Ines Magneres graduated as an Industrial Engineer from Universidad Nacional del Sur. She began her career in the PET business at Alpek Polyester over 15 years ago. She held various positions in the vPET supply chain, and in 2014 she moved to the recycling business, where she was in charge of the supply chain and eventually became head of that business unit. Since the end of 2022, she has been in charge of the Commercial area for Alpek Polyester Argentina

Ing. José Luis Picone

Executive Director

The Argentine Chamber of the Plastic Recycling Industry (CAIRPLAS)

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Ing. José Luis Picone

Ing. José Luis Picone

Executive Director

The Argentine Chamber of the Plastic Recycling Industry (CAIRPLAS)

AGENDA SESSION

PANEL DISCUSSION : COLLABORATION ACROSS VALUE CHAIN TO UNLOCK CIRCUILARITY AT SCALE

Day 1 [Wed 27, May], at 11:15 AM

PROFILE

Ing. Jose Luis Picone graduated from the Universidad de Buenos Aires – Argentina as a Chemical Engineer.  


He has experience in international chemical companies and as consultant for the development and implementation of environmental projects. Since its foundation, he is the Executive Director of the Argentine Chamber of the Plastic Recycling Industry – CAIRPLAS - Cámara Argentina de la Industria de Reciclados Plásticos

Mr. Ivan Marco

Snr Sustainability Manager

Dow

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Mr. Ivan Marco

Mr. Ivan Marco

Snr Sustainability Manager

Dow

AGENDA SESSION

PANEL DISCUSSION : COLLABORATION ACROSS VALUE CHAIN TO UNLOCK CIRCUILARITY AT SCALE

Day 1 [Wed 27, May], at 11:15 AM

PROFILE

Ivan Marco is a Senior Business Sustainability Manager within Dow’s Plastics and Specialty Packaging organization, based in Buenos Aires, Argentina. His role focuses on building strategic market relationships to enable partnerships and developments that strengthen Dow’s positioning as a sustainability leader within the petrochemical industry. He leads circular economy initiatives aimed at creating value added recycled plastics solutions for customers and the value chain

Ms. Maria Emilia Berardozzi

Sustainability Manager - Región Plata

Nestle

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Ms. Maria Emilia Berardozzi

Ms. Maria Emilia Berardozzi

Sustainability Manager - Región Plata

Nestle

AGENDA SESSION

PANEL DISCUSSION : COLLABORATION ACROSS VALUE CHAIN TO UNLOCK CIRCUILARITY AT SCALE

Day 1 [Wed 27, May], at 11:15 AM

PROFILE

Will update soon

Mr. Federico Di Yenno

Economic Analysis Manager - Southern Cone Region

Deloitte Argentina

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Mr. Federico  Di Yenno

Mr. Federico Di Yenno

Economic Analysis Manager - Southern Cone Region

Deloitte Argentina

AGENDA SESSION

SHOCKS, MARKETS, AND WHAT’S NEXT: THE ECONOMIC STAKES FOR LATIN AMERICA

Day 1 [Wed 27, May], at 09:10 AM

PROFILE

Federico Di Yenno is an economist who graduated with honors from the National University of Rosario and holds a Master’s in Applied Economics from Universidad Austral. 
 

He currently serves as Economic Analysis Manager at Deloitte Cono Sur, where he leads strategic research and economic analysis initiatives that support high-level decision-making across the region. His work focuses on generating insights through forecasting, market analysis, and scenario planning, helping organizations navigate shifting economic environments. Federico focuses his research on commodity markets and global trade dynamics, offering insights that enhance strategic planning and risk management.

Mr. Victor Vildosola

Sustainability and Recycling Manager

Winpack S.A.

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Mr. Victor Vildosola

Mr. Victor Vildosola

Sustainability and Recycling Manager

Winpack S.A.

AGENDA SESSION

WHAT BUYERS WANT: CONSUMER & RETAILER EXPECTATIONS FOR FLEXIBLE PACKAGING

Day 2 [Thu 28, May], at 09:40 AM

PANEL DISCUSSION : CAN FLEXIBLE PACKAGING EVER BE TRULY CIRCULAR IN SOUTH AMERICA?

Day 2 [Thu 28, May], at 10:10 AM

PROFILE

English Version 

Víctor Vildósola Saavedra is an Industrial Civil Engineer and holds a Master’s degree in Financial Management, with an outstanding career spanning more than 20 years in the plastics manufacturing industry. He currently serves as Sustainability and Recycling Manager at Winpack S.A., where he leads the transformation of polyethylene (PE) waste into post-consumer recycled (PCR) resin for high-efficiency packaging solutions.

His commitment to the sector extends to key industry roles, serving as Director of the National Association of Recycling Industries (ANIR) and as a member of the Sustainable Development Committee of ASIPLA. His focus at this conference is to highlight recycling as the driving force behind a new and valuable value chain.

Spanish Version 

Víctor Vildósola Saavedra es Ingeniero Civil Industrial y Magíster en Dirección Financiera, con una destacada trayectoria de más de 20 años en la industria manufacturera de plásticos. Actualmente se desempeña como Gerente de Sostenibilidad y Reciclaje en Winpack S.A., donde lidera la transformación de residuos de polietileno (PE) en resina reciclada post-consumo (PCR) para soluciones de embalaje de alta eficiencia.

Su compromiso con el sector se extiende a roles gremiales clave, siendo Director de la Asociación de Industriales del Reciclaje (ANIR) y miembro del Comité de Desarrollo Sostenible de ASIPLA. Su enfoque en esta feria es visibilizar el reciclaje como el motor de una nueva y valiosa cadena de valor.

Ms. Maria Cintia Fantozzi

Innovation & Renovation and Packaging Manager Nestle Plata Region

Nestle

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Ms. Maria Cintia Fantozzi

Ms. Maria Cintia Fantozzi

Innovation & Renovation and Packaging Manager Nestle Plata Region

Nestle

AGENDA SESSION

PANEL DISCUSSION : CAN FLEXIBLE PACKAGING EVER BE TRULY CIRCULAR IN SOUTH AMERICA?

Day 2 [Thu 28, May], at 10:10 AM

PROFILE

Cintia Fantozzi is a Food Engineer with 20+ years of experience in the Food & Beverage industry, leading innovation, packaging and sustainability initiatives in Nestle across Latin America. Actually, workings as Regional New Product Development & Packaging Manager in Nestlé. She has Strong background in quality, food safety and regulatory compliance, with proven leadership in cross functional teams.

Jimena Gasparini Olasaguirre

General Manager

Ecopet

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Jimena Gasparini Olasaguirre

Jimena Gasparini Olasaguirre

General Manager

Ecopet

AGENDA SESSION

CLOSING THE LOOP ON PET PACKAGING IN URUGUAY: SCALING FOOD-GRADE RPET TO MEET RECYCLED CONTENT MANDATES

Day 1 [Wed 27, May], at 02:15 PM

PROFILE

Will update soon