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David Espinoza

Regional Deputy Director
CORFO Los Lagos

David Espinoza Pérez is a Public Accountant from Universidad Andrés Bello and holds a Master’s degree in Science and Innovation Management from the Polytechnic University of Valencia, Spain. He has also completed postgraduate training in project formulation and evaluation, training management, and innovation and territorial development. He currently serves as Regional Deputy Director of CORFO Los Lagos, where he contributes to the implementation of public policies and programs aimed at strengthening innovation ecosystems, entrepreneurship, and regional productive development. With more than twenty years of experience across the public sector and development-oriented institutions, he has held leadership and technical roles in organizations such as the National Training and Employment Service (SENCE), the Regional Government of Los Lagos, Chilean Customs, Fundación Chinquihue, and the private aquaculture sector. His work focuses on financial management, regional development programs, and public–private collaboration to promote innovation and competitiveness.

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Juanita Castañeda

Scientific Advisor – Industry
Biomerieux Chile

Specialist in microbiology and molecular genetics, with a focus on diagnostics, genetic sequencing, and scientific advisory for industry.

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Morten Miller

CEO
BactiQuant - AOLAB

Morten Miller, PhD, is an entrepreneurial microbiologist and CEO with extensive experience in applied enzymatics and rapid microbiological detection technologies. As co-founder of biotechnology companies developing patented, US-EPA-verified methods for microbial quantification in water systems and indoor environments, he is the author of 30 scientific publications and holder of three international patents.

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Rodrigo Pinto

Corporate Manager and Compliance Officer
Consejo del Salmón

Attorney and MBA in Business Administration with over 25 years of experience in senior leadership roles across public and private organizations. Specialized in corporate governance, compliance, and competition law, he has served as CEO, General Counsel, and Board Secretary, notably at Empresa Portuaria Arica and as Director of the Corporación de Puertos del Conosur. He also combines his executive career with academic and professional leadership roles.

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Daniel Carcajona

Business Development Manager
Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS Enterprise)

Aquaculture business development and innovation specialist, with solid experience in environmental management, fish health, and collaborative projects.