Mario Haberfeld is the founder and CEO of Onçafari, one of Brazil’s leading biodiversity conservation organizations. Born in São Paulo, Mario has nurtured a lifelong passion for both motorsports and wildlife. After a nearly 20-year career in professional racing, including stints in Formula 1 and IndyCar, he made the decision to fully devote himself to nature conservation. Since founding Onçafari in 2011, Mario has led the organization with a mission to conserve natural habitats and endangered species, such as the jaguar, and foster the socioeconomic development of local communities through ecotourism, scientific research, and environmental education. Under his leadership, Onçafari has expanded its operations across four key Brazilian biomes: the Pantanal, Atlantic Forest, Cerrado, and Amazon. In 2024, the organization was recognized as one of Brazil’s Top 100 NGOs and featured by Condé Nast Traveler for its innovative conservation solutions. Mario is the co-author of several books on wildlife conservation, and his photography and writing have been featured in both national and international publications. He has appeared in acclaimed documentaries from BBC and NatGeo, including Jaguars: Brazil’s Super Cats. He serves on the board of SOS Pantanal and is the co-founder of the endowment fund for Rocas Atoll, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In his TED Talk, The Race Against Time, Mario shares his perspective on the urgent challenges and opportunities in conservation today.

Todd served as a career diplomat for over 30 years, most recently as U.S. Ambassador to Brazil during the Trump and Biden Administrations. He was the first U.S. Ambassador to be decorated with the Order of the Southern Cross, Brazil’s highest civilian honor given to foreigners. Previously, Todd served as U.S. Ambassador to Ecuador and Charge d’Affaires in Maputo, Mozambique. Following his retirement from the U.S. Department of State in 2021, Todd is now an international business consultant and serves on multiple corporate and non-profit boards in the U.S. and Brazil. He lives with his wife Janetta in Denver, Colorado.

Marina is a Brazilian entrepreneur and expert in sustainable and impact investing. She founded Converge Capital and co-founded ATO, both dedicated to climate solutions and shifting sustainability narratives. She also co-created the Brazil Climate Summit, an international event highlighting Brazil’s role in climate action. Previously, she led Sustainable Wealth at XP Inc. and co-founded Tellus. Recognized among Forbes Brasil's "Under 30" and Época Negócios' "100 Climate Innovators“, Marina holds a degree in Business Administration from FGV and has studied at Georgetown University and Stanford University.

Filipe Blackwood Oliveira, a seasoned sustainable finance and carbon markets expert with over 15 years of experience, currently serves as the Chief Market Relations Officer at Rubicon Carbon/TPG and is a Senior Advisor to the Secretary General of the UN/SEforALL. His expertise lies in promoting low-carbon solutions and providing strategic guidance on climate investment and policy approaches. Additionally, Filipe holds the distinction of serving as a Carbon Delegate for the G20, championing global climate collaboration. Furthermore, he actively contributes to the Africa Carbon Markets Initiative. In his previous role, Filipe played a pivotal role in founding the Global Carbon Market Utility (GCMU) with Bloomberg Philanthropies. Moreover, he headed the sustainable finance group strategies at Bank of America, successfully driving the bank’s $1.5 trillion environmental commitment.

Pedro Barbosa is Managing Partner of Almar Capital, an investment company based in London with offices in São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, New York and Cayman. Pedro leveraged his extensive network in the investment community to help organize Onçafari’s first roadshow in San Francisco in April 2024. Pedro Barbosa graduated from the School of Management of Boston University with a BSBA in Finance in 1994.

Alain Belda was born in Morocco and is a Brazilian and American citizen. He was Managing Partner of Warburg Pincus from 2009 to 2019 and currently is a special limited partner. He was CEO and Chairman of Alcoa from 2000 to 2009 having started his career at an Alcoa subsidiary in Brazil in 1969. He has been a member of the board of Dupont, CitiBank, IBM, and Renault. Presently, he serves on the International Advisory Boards of Bank of America and Chubb. In the not-for-profit sector, he served on the board of the Ford Foundation, as Vice Chairman of the Nature Conservancy for Latin America, and on the board of Trustees of Brown University. Presently, he manages his family foundation.

Otavio Castello Branco is a Brazilian investor and the head of his family office, NCB Holdings. He is a co-founder and former Senior Managing Partner at Patria Investments Limited (PAX, 2003–2023), one of the largest alternative investment fund managers in Latin America. Before joining Patria, Otavio served as Executive Director for Infrastructure and Energy at BNDES (2001–2002). He was also Managing Director at JPMorgan, where he became Co-Country Head in Brazil (1984/1989 – 1995/2001). Earlier in his career, he was Vice President of Finance at the Caemi Group (1989–1995). Born in São Paulo, Otavio holds a degree in Production Engineering from the Escola Politécnica at the University of São Paulo.

With a 22-year career, working in different segments for large multinational and local companies, driving growth, enhanced customer experience and brand building. Country Manager for United Airlines for Brazil since 2019 and Latin Corporate Revenue Ambassador, spokesperson, board member and mentor. Has joined United in 2016 and prior to this role, was Marketing Manager and Marketing Coordinator. In her current role, was 2x recognized as one of the most influential leaders in the tourism sector in Brazil, also led United Airlines in Brazil through COVID-19. Founder of United's DEI committee in Brazil (the first outside HQ, United States) and co-founder of the Latin America committee. Board member representing United at the United States-Brazil Chamber of Commerce (in NYC) and BRATECC, Chamber of Commerce between Brazil and Texas (in Houston, TX). Before United, worked in advertising agencies (responsible for managing clients such as Raizen/Shell and Pernambucanas) and at GOL Linhas Aéreas in Advertising, Branding, Sponsorships and Events, launching new routes in Latin America and USA. Bachelor’s degree in advertising & communication, degree in Marketing & Entertainment, MBA in Marketing, certification in Financial Management.

Head of the firm’s Latin America Practice, Todd Crider advises clients in international corporate finance transactions, including IPO’s, and mergers and acquisitions, including both private equity and strategic transactions. He regularly advises boards of directors in high stakes situations. He was the founding chair and current executive committee member of the Cyrus R. Vance Center of International Justice. Todd is also the Vice-Chair of the Rainforest Foundation US and a member of the boards of Americas Society/Council of the Americas, of Equitable Origin and of the Brazil-US Chamber of Commerce. Todd is a longtime leader in the development of pro bono legal services in Latin America. His own pro bono legal services have focused on human rights, rule of law issues and environmental conservation.

Paula Ganem is the head of Canada and Latin America Capital Markets for the NYSE. In her role, Paula guides companies seeking to list in the United States and provides advice on navigating the U.S. market. Prior to joining the NYSE, Paula spent over 10 years at international law firms advising clients as a securities attorney. She specializes in high-stakes IPOs and equity follow-ons for a wide range of international and domestic underwriter and issuer clients. Her proven track record is marked by successfully navigating complex legal frameworks and negotiating cross-border intricate deals. Paula received her J.D from Paris II - Panthéon Assas in Paris. She was ranked as a Leading Corporate Lawyer by LAACA in 2020 and 2021 and has authored numerous articles on the legal and business challenges and opportunities related to capital markets. She is fluent in English, Portuguese and French.

Robert Kozmann Jr. is the COO for Latin America of Bank of America. Prior he was CFO for Emerging Markets. In his current role, he also co-chairs several committees and forums in Latin America including the ESG Committee, and Reputational Risk Committee, and is also a member of the Latin America Executive Committee. He holds a bachelor’s degree in both finance and macroeconomics from the Faculdade Armando Alvares Penteado in Sao Paulo. He also completed the Security Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA) three-year course at Wharton University.