In a new chapter of the dynamic corporate talent market, several leading companies — from Pecom to Sofitel, HP and Galicia Seguros — have announced significant changes within their executive teams. Among the most noteworthy updates is Hugo, an executive with eight years of experience at HP, where he held key roles such as Global Account Manager for Latin America. His appointment highlights the growing importance of regional expertise in strategic leadership decisions within the Argentine business sector.
A former YPF executive joins Pecom Servicios Energía
The Perez Companc family’s company announced that Andrés Ponce has resigned, for personal reasons, from his role as Executive Director of the Upstream division. Starting September 1st, that division will be led by Jorge López Kessler, a Petroleum Engineer with more than 22 years of experience in the industry.
Throughout his career, he has served as Vice President of Southern Regional Operations at YPF, Vice President of Production at CGC, and Production and Services Manager at Aconcagua Energía.
Rafael Aguilar to leadJuramento
Rafael Aguilar, CEO of Juramento.
Juramento, an agribusiness company based in northwestern Argentina, has appointed Rafael Aguilar as Chief Executive Officer to lead its team of 800 employees in a context of business growth.
Aguilar holds a degree in Agricultural Administration from the University of Buenos Aires and a Master’s in Finance from Universidad Torcuato Di Tella. He worked for 20 years at Adecoagro, as part of the founding team of the company. Initially, he coordinated the new business division, later focusing on capital expansion and the company’s IPO on the New York Stock Exchange in 2011. In his most recent role, he served as Finance Director for Argentina and Uruguay. In April 2024, he joined Juramento as Chief Financial Officer.
Luciano Fontana, from Dubai to Recoleta
Luciano Fontana, Gerente General Sofitel Buenos Aires Recoleta.
Sofitel Buenos Aires Recoleta has introduced Luciano Fontana as its new General Manager, who will also serve as Area Manager for Sofitel, MGallery & Emblems in Argentina and Uruguay.
Fontana holds a degree in Economic Sciences from the University of Buenos Aires (UBA) and has completed a Master’s in Finance, an Executive MBA, and an IHMP-MBA. With more than 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, he began his career at Accor when Sofitel Buenos Aires was located on Arroyo Street. He went on to lead luxury hotels in Uruguay, Brazil, and the Middle East. His most recent role was as General Manager of the Raffles brand in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Changes in HR at Verisure
Florencia Scandale, HR Director in Argentina at Verisure
Verisure, a company specialized in monitored security systems for homes and businesses, has appointed Florencia Scandale as Human Resources Director in Argentina.
The executive has more than 20 years of experience in companies such as Microsoft, Mondelēz, and Johnson & Johnson. Most recently, she worked at Coface, where she led the Latin American region.
She holds a degree in Labor Relations from the University of Buenos Aires and completed a Master’s in Organizational Behavior at Universidad de San Andrés. She also pursued further education at Harvard Business School (Program on Negotiation), Columbia Business School (Coaching Certification Program), and Cambridge Judge Business School (Leading Strategic Projects Successfully).
Two appointments at MSD Salud Animal
Eugenia Proclemer, Head of the Swine Business Unit at MSD Animal Health
MSD Animal Health has appointed two new business unit managers. On the one hand, Eugenia Proclemer has been named Head of the Swine Business Unit, a role in which she will lead strategic projects that integrate innovation, biosecurity, and sustainability in the swine sector.
Eugenia Proclemer, Head of the Swine Business Unit at MSD Animal Health
MSD Animal Health has appointed two new business unit managers. On the one hand, Eugenia Proclemer has been named Head of the Swine Business Unit, a role in which she will lead strategic projects that integrate innovation, biosecurity, and sustainability in the swine sector.
Eugenia Sanz, Head of the Poultry Business Unit at MSD Animal Health
On the other hand, Eugenia Sanz has taken on the role of Head of the Poultry Business Unit, with the responsibility of leading the commercial strategy and strengthening ties with poultry producers and veterinarians. She holds a degree in Veterinary Medicine from the National University of Rosario (UNR) and has more than two decades of experience at MSD Animal Health, where she has built a solid career in both technical and commercial areas.
Changes in AON’s Regional Division
John Ospina has been appointed as the new Head of Commercial Risk for Hispanic South America, a region that includes Argentina, Colombia, Chile, Ecuador, Peru, and Uruguay.
In addition, the firm also named Javier Beltrán as Head of Broking for Peru, and David Sánchez as Head of Broking for Colombia.
Marcos Guidotti, head of Sales at Flux IT
Marcos Guidotti, head of Sales at Flux IT
The technology company Flux IT announced the appointment of Marcos Guidotti as Head of Sales, with the mission of leading the company’s commercial strategy, driving regional expansion, and strengthening its partner ecosystem.
He is an Industrial Engineer, graduated from ITBA, with executive training in commercial strategy and leadership from IAE Business School. He has worked at companies such as Tekton Labs — where he served as Chief Commercial Officer for LATAM and the United States —, Globant, Belatrix, and Accenture.
From Mercado Libre to CEO de Evoltis
Juan Chacón, CEO of Evoltis
Evoltis, Argentina’s first CX Tech company (customer experience and technology solutions), has announced the appointment of Juan Chacón as its new CEO.
Chacón was previously CEO and partner of Machinalis, a pioneering artificial intelligence startup acquired by Mercado Libre, where he went on to continue his professional career for more than seven years as Director of Artificial Intelligence.
Promotion at HP Argentina
Christian Zavatarelli, Large Format Business Development Manager at HP Argentina
HP Argentina has appointed Christian Zavatarelli as Large Format Business Development Manager for the country, with the goal of boosting the growth of the Large Format Printing business through innovation and collaboration with strategic partners and clients.
With more than 15 years of experience in corporate sales, he has been with HP for 8 years, where he has held key positions such as Global Account Manager for LATAM.
Luis Peralta, at Galicia Seguros
Luis Peralta, Northern Interior Manager at Galicia Seguros
Galicia Seguros has appointed Luis Peralta as Northern Interior Manager. He will be responsible for operations in Rosario, Santa Fe, Córdoba, Tucumán, Salta, and Misiones.
With more than 25 years of experience in the insurance market, his management will focus on driving development in each of these provinces, consolidating the company’s presence and growth throughout the country.
N5 Appoints Hugo Espinoza as Chief Revenue Officer
N5, a technology company that develops solutions for banks, fintechs, and insurance companies, has appointed Hugo Espinoza as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO).
With more than 20 years of experience at global firms such as Adobe, SAP, Citrix, and Vlocity, the executive will be responsible for driving the company’s commercial strategy, leading its growth plan, and strengthening its presence in the region.
