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José Antonio Kovacevic

Deputy Sales and Customer Service Manager
Colbún S.A.

José Antonio is a Civil Engineer from the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, with a postgraduate degree in Energy Efficiency from University College London (UCL) and recipient of the 2011 Chevenning Scholarship. He brings more than 15 years of experience in the energy sector, with in-depth knowledge of the Chilean electricity market, its regulatory framework, supply contract structures, and pricing dynamics. Throughout his career, he has advised unregulated clients across industries such as mining, food production, retail, data centers, and manufacturing. His work has focused on energy supply strategies, Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) negotiations, risk management, and the development of solutions in energy efficiency, electrification, photovoltaic generation, and energy storage. He currently serves as Deputy Sales and Customer Service Manager at Colbún S.A., where he leads strategic relationships with over 300 industrial clients. His role combines commercial leadership, technical expertise, and a strong sustainability focus, supporting clients in enhancing energy competitiveness amid the ongoing transition toward cleaner and more efficient energy systems.

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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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John Marcus

CEO
OXZO

CEO of Oxzo, a company specializing in oxygenation and aeration technologies for aquaculture. With more than 25 years of experience in engineering and aquaculture, he has led the company’s global expansion since 2011, driving the development of patented technologies created in Chile and currently deployed in markets such as Chile, Norway, and Canada. His work focuses on improving productivity, animal welfare, and operational efficiency through technology-driven solutions for aquaculture production.

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Joachim Wessel

Gerente General
Cermaq Chile

Joachim has been General Manager of Cermaq Chile since June 2024, after previously serving as Commercial and Supply Chain Manager within the company. He brings over 30 years of experience in the Chilean aquaculture industry, with a strong track record at leading companies such as Mowi and AquaChile, and having also served as General Manager of Friosur. He holds a degree in Economics from Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile and an MSc in Aquaculture and Fisheries Management from the University of Stirling, Scotland.

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Gonzalo Ibáñez

International Regulatory Analyst
United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

International Regulatory Analyst at the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA), based in Santiago, Chile, a position he has held since 2010. An Agricultural Engineer with advanced training in agrarian economics and international trade policy, he has extensive experience in regulatory affairs, food safety, and international cooperation through both government and multilateral organizations.