As part of the presentation activities of the new Executive Center in Panama, INCAE Business School organized the conference "The Economy in Latin America in 2024: Opportunities and Risks. Delivered by CLACDS/INCAE director Ronald Arce, the event took place on January 25 before the Panama Banking Association and on January 26 before the SEM Business Guild, with outstanding participation in both instances.
From left to right: Carlos Troesh, Executive Vice President of MMG Bank and former President of ABP; Otto Wolfschoon Jr, Executive VP of Global Bank and former President of ABP; Raúl Guizado, President of ABP and VP of Compliance of Banco General; Ronald Arce, Director of CLACDS/INCAE; Eyda Varela, Director of Corporate Relations in Panama of INCAE; and Carlos Berguido, Executive Director of ABP.
The conference discussed the current economic situation in Latin America, supported by data from renowned international sources. Among the perspectives discussed, it was emphasized that the region is experiencing one of the lowest economic growth rates, according to various sources of analysis.
The possibility of boosting development through the reconfiguration of global value chains, as well as through the energy transition, was emphasized. However, in order to capitalize on these opportunities, it is imperative that Latin American countries strengthen the investment climate, both locally and internationally. This implies the implementation of policies that foster macroeconomic stability, the mobility of products, services and capital, along with the crucial need for a functional institutional system that guarantees legal security.
Tony Roldán, President and CEO of Gremio de Empresas SEM; Eyda Varela, Director of Corporate Relations in Panama for INCAE; and Ronald Arce, Director of CLACDS/INCAE.
It is essential to emphasize that strengthening the investment climate must go hand in hand with the development of human capital. The conversation concluded by addressing the long-term challenges we face globally, such as demographic, climate and technological changes.
CLACDS/INCAE Director Ronald Arce expressed his appreciation for the opportunity to exchange ideas with Panama's banking leaders, recognizing that these meetings provide invaluable insight into the diverse perspectives on how to promote development in our countries.
In addition, at the conclusion of the conference, the history and impact of INCAE over the past 60 years was presented and details were shared about the new Executive Center in Panama, located in the Business Park on the East Coast. The Executive MBA, the Center's first program, will start in April 2024, followed by the Senior Management Program (PAG), and the Financial Strategy and Advanced Finance programs in August.
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Founded in 1964, INCAE Business School ranks among the top business schools in Latin America and the world and is known for its academic and research excellence. Committed to the development of the region, the school focuses on cultivating Latin American leaders with a global perspective and applying research in the areas of competitiveness and sustainability, entrepreneurship and leadership.
