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Paw Petersen

CEO
OxyGuard International A/S

Electronic engineer with decades of experience in measurement and control technologies, CEO of OxyGuard International since 2000. He has played a key role in positioning the company as a global benchmark in sensor technology and monitoring solutions for aquaculture. His career focuses on innovation applied to water quality control, data-driven decision-making, and the development of intelligent systems that support more efficient and sustainable aquaculture worldwide.

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Gerardo Balbontín Fox

CEO
Blumar

Senior executive with extensive experience in the Chilean aquaculture industry. He has held top leadership positions in major salmon farming companies, focusing on corporate strategy, operational efficiency, sustainability, and governance. His career has been marked by driving organizational transformation, strengthening international market positioning, and navigating complex regulatory and competitive environments.

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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.

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Adolfo Alvial

CEO
Club Innovación Acuícola

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Alex Romero

Full Professor
Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Universidad Austral de Chile

Dr. Alex Romero is a Biochemist and PhD in Science with a specialization in Cellular and Molecular Biology from Universidad Austral de Chile. He currently leads the Laboratory of Immunology and Stress in Aquatic Organisms at the Faculty of Veterinary Sciences and is an Associate Researcher at the Interdisciplinary Center for Aquaculture Research (INCAR²). His research focuses on fish defense mechanisms against stress and pathogen infections, as well as the development of natural additives to improve fish health and resilience.