Opportunity and Risk in Brazil: The CSO Roundtable Latin America Summit

Program

Take part in discussions, led by senior business and security executives from Latin America, that examine opportunity and risk in Brazil and the surrounding region. Whether you're considering new business opportunities in Latin America, need an update on the real security conditions that exist, or are interested in how the region is preparing for the next World Cup and 2016 Olympics, this conference will provide the answers you need, as well as connections to security professionals from around the world.

We're very pleased to report that José Mariano Beltrame, the Public Security Secretary of Rio de Janeiro, has agreed to be a keynote speaker. Mr. Beltrame is responsible for the government's successful campaign to pacify the city's favelas and drive out drug dealers and other criminals. He'll provide an update on the program, one which is certain to have a tremendous positive effect on the future of Rio de Janeiro.

Attendees may receive 12 CPEs for attending this event.

Agenda

The program begins at 8:00 am on Monday, December 6, and concludes at 17:00 on Tuesday, December 7.

Speakers and itinerary subject to change.

Day One

Introduction

  • Eduard Emde, Treasurer, ASIS International
  • Francisco Tranchesi, CPP, PSP, VP of ASIS Region 21

Keynote Address
The Rio 2016 Games; The Changing Security Paradigm in Brazil

Business Opportunities in Brazil

  • Roberto Teixeira da Costa, a current board member of SulAmérica S/A; on the advisory board of Cia Brasileira de Distribuição (Pão de Açúcar), BLADEX (Banco Latinoamericano de Exportaciones S.A), and Havas Brazil.
  • Sergio Breyer, Executive Director, White Martins, SA

Building a Latin-America Business Intelligence Network

Networking Lunch, sponsored by Vale S.A.

Conducting Due Diligence in Latin America

Dealing with FCPA Issues

Business Continuity Challenges in Latin America

Two coffee and snack breaks sponsored by Petrobras.

Day Two

Keynote Address
The Security Situation in Rio de Janeiro

Travel Risks in Brazil

Protecting Employees in High-Risk Areas

  • Emil de Carvalho, General Manager, International Security, Vale
  • Jay Galindo, Regional Security Director, Marriott International
  • Luca Tenzi, EU/EEMA Security Manager, Philip Morris International

Networking Lunch, sponsored by Vale S.A.

Dealing Effectively with Local Partners

Fraud and Brand-Protection Challenges

Closing Remarks: Minister of Sport, Rio de Janeiro (invited)

Two coffee and snack breaks sponsored by Petrobras.

Networking Reception

In addition to the educational program, attendees are welcome to join a reception featuring live music on Monday, December 6, hosted by Socrates Ltd. The event, held at on the rooftop of the JW Marriott Copacabana, will feature canapés, hors d'oeuvres and a sushi bar, as well as caipirinhas, whisky, beer, sparkling wine, and soft drinks.

Built in 1914 on the promontory of the old Our Lady of Copacabana chapel, the Forte de Copacabana was one of Rio's premier defenses against attack. Its original features can still be seen.