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Ricardo García Holtz

CEO
Camanchaca

Ricardo García Holtz is an experienced corporate executive in the Chilean fishing and aquaculture industry. As the top executive of Camanchaca, he leads the strategy and operations of one of the country’s most prominent seafood companies, with vertically integrated activities spanning wild capture fisheries, salmon farming, and global seafood commercialization. His professional track record reflects a strong results-oriented approach, financial strengthening, operational efficiency, and international market positioning. He has driven organizational transformation, production modernization, and continuous improvement in sustainability, traceability, and corporate governance standards. Under his leadership, the company has navigated complex regulatory, sanitary, and market environments while maintaining competitiveness and strategic growth. His profile integrates corporate leadership, deep industrial expertise, and a long-term vision for the sustainable development of the Chilean seafood sector.

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Dr. José Manuel Yáñez

Dean FAVET
Universidad de Chile

Academic and researcher recognized for his work in genetics and genomics applied to aquaculture and genetic improvement.

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Dr. Baltasar García

Senior Geneticist
BENCHMARK GENETICS CHILE

Geneticist specialized in aquaculture breeding programs. He holds a Ph.D. in Genetics and Animal Breeding from São Paulo State University (UNESP), with a focus on applied genomics in selection programs. He has extensive experience leading and optimizing genomic selection strategies to enhance productivity, product quality, and sustainability in aquaculture.

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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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Paw Petersen

CEO
OxyGuard International A/S

Executive and engineer specialized in water quality monitoring and control technologies for aquaculture.