He is a Computer Engineer and ITAM alumni. He has more than 35 years of experience as a General and Sales Manager in different leading companies of the ITC industry. In 2021, he joined the Panduit team as Manager of the network infrastructure business for Panduit Latin America, as well as the Professional Audio and Video division where, 1 year later, he would take over the electric and industrial area. In his career, Arochin has been in charge of high-performance, multicultural teams management for Mexico and northern Latin America. Under his supervision, the companies he has been in charge of have become leaders in the market and have increased their market share quicker than usual. Moreover, he has increased their sales through commercial alliances and comprehensive indirect sales strategies, such as market routes for companies that needed it or a change. Throughout his career, Carlos has been part of companies such as Hewlett-Packard, Avaya, EMC and Hitachi Vantara. It Is worth noting that Carlos loves challenges and the development of high-performance teams focused on the clients.

Adalberto is a highly skilled and experienced professional in the field of infrastructure and telecommunications management, excelling in his role as Coordinator of Infrastructure and Telecommunications at OXXO. With a strong track record in designing and implementing business solutions, he has demonstrated his ability to address complex challenges and find innovative solutions that drive growth and operational efficiency. In conclusion, his over 20 years of experience enable him to establish and maintain effective relationships, as he is accustomed to direct interaction with executives, company representatives, and corporate stakeholders.

Ignacio Martinez Mendizábal; a prominent figure in the human evolution field. He has an impressive career as part of the Research Team of the Atapuerca Sierra pleistocene site since 1984. He was awarded with the Prince of Asturias Award for Scientific and Technical Research.. He is a Physical anthropology professor and manager for important research institutes. He has been a renowned speaker in different institutions, such as Harvard University, Buenos Aires University and Coimbra University. His conferences contribute a unique perspective of our own existence, behavior and future, primarily in topics of human innovation and evolution.

Holly Garcia is the Vice President of the Data Center business unit at Panduit Corporation, responsible for driving growth and customer success for the company’s data center business globally. Holly develops business strategies and oversees new product development associated with hardware, software, and services companies. Prior to joining Panduit, Holly was responsible for the overall strategy, growth, and profitability of ATEN's business in the US and Canada. A channel veteran with a successful 27-year career, Holly worked at Ingram Micro for almost 18 years in various roles including Executive Director within the Advanced Computing Business Unit. Holly holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from California State University.

Tom Walsh is the Vice President of the Enterprise business unit at Panduit Corporation, responsible for setting the strategic direction for the Enterprise business and product lines globally. Tom joined Panduit in 2004 and has held various positions in manufacturing, product engineering, engineering management, and product line management. Tom has been in the data communications industry for over 15 years and has conducted several seminars on network infrastructure solutions as well as presented at numerous industry events. Tom holds a bachelor's degree in engineering from Marquette University, Milwaukee, Wis., and a master's degree from Loyola University, Chicago.

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With extensive experience in the information technology industry, Roberto has taken a leading role in various teams at Huawei Mexico. During his tenure, he has successfully positioned the IdeaHub product as one of the leaders in the intelligent collaboration industry in the Mexican market.

Fabio has over 20 years of experience in the Data Center Market. Throughout his career, he has served as Operations Manager for Data Centers at IBM. With Panduit, he was involved in one of the largest data center constructions in Latin America, owned by a private financial institution in Brazil, managing over 160,000 activations of fiber and copper network infrastructure, and over 1,500 cabinets, all from Panduit. In 2015, he joined the Wesco Anixter Brasil team as Sales Representative for the Global Accounts program, and a year later, he took over the Infrastructure sales division as Sales Manager. Since 2020, he has been one of the leaders of the Global Enterprise Accounts program (IT integrators, commercial real estate, and global end users) in Latin America as Sales Director.

Adriana Rivera Cerecedo is the executive director of the Mexican Data Center Association (MEXDC) and a recognized expert in environmental law with a distinguished career in the public sector, where she held key roles at the Federal Attorney for Environmental Protection (PROFEPA) and the Senate Chamber. Additionally, she is an influential figure in various civil and business associations, where she has demonstrated her commitment to promoting sustainable and responsible practices. With a background in law from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), complemented by studies in environmental management and an ongoing Master's degree in Circular Economy from the University of Valencia, Rivera Cerecedo has consolidated her leadership as an advisor and consultant on environmental and urban issues. She is also the founder of Legal & Environmental Management in 2016. Her work focuses on promoting policies and actions that foster environmental protection and sustainable development in Mexico.

Amet Novillo, as General Director of Equinix Mexico, leads the company's business strategy by consolidating key relationships and positioning Equinix as a leader in digital infrastructure in the Mexican market. He holds a degree in Telecommunications Engineering from the Autonomous University of Guadalajara, along with a Master's in Business Management for Experienced Executives, Administration, and Business Management from IPADE. With over 25 years of experience in infrastructure, IT, and telecommunications, Novillo brings a solid strategic vision and a customer-centric approach. Additionally, as the president of the Mexican Data Center Association (MEXDC), he drives economic growth in the sector and promotes collaboration among industry stakeholders, underscoring his commitment to the country's development and his ability to lead key initiatives in the data center field.

An expert in implementing successful business models and building outstanding teams, he is recognized as one of the industry's leading figures for business growth through the use of cutting-edge technologies.

José Manuel Ruiz Piña stands out as an outstanding leader and consultant in the field of Information Technologies. In his role as responsible for implementation and maintenance proposals, as well as the management of all ICT assets at Solmar Hotels & Resorts, he has been a key factor in the organization's growth and operational excellence. Currently, he holds the position of Director of Information Technologies within the prestigious Solmar Group.

With over 16 years in the security industry, his knowledge and experience have contributed to raising awareness for implementing responsible security solutions, always thinking ahead for the integrity of people and assets throughout Latin America.

Sergio Solís is a serious and intelligent man, with boundless sensitivity and curiosity. Graduated in Computer Systems from the Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Occidente (ITESO), his passion for engineering has led him to play a pioneering role in his areas of expertise. In his early professional steps, during his internships, he discovered an opportunity to develop electrical protection solutions, thus improving the quality of power supply. Thus, Total Ground was born in 1999. This company, dedicated to research, manufacturing, development, and innovation in solutions for the electrical, automation, construction, and telecommunications markets, now has six plants and a committed team. Commitment and perseverance are the pillars that have driven his career. From its humble beginnings in a garage, Sergio has led Total Ground to become a benchmark in its field. His focus on power quality and his innovative vision have allowed him to stand out in an ever-evolving market.

Alejandro Aguirre is National Sales Manager for Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean at Axis Communications, position he has carried out for 4 years. Through his leadership, he has increased sales, expanded the Axis market and positioned the company as leader of video surveillance solutions in the region. He has previously collaborated for companies such as American Power Conversion as Channel Sales Manager and before that, as ITB Channel and Sales Manager for Scheider Electric. He has 20 years’ experience in the IT Market, focused on Transactional Sales, Channel Development, Sales Solutions and Distribution. Throughout this time, I have led high performance teams through teamwork and created cross-selling and upselling strategies to meet sales goals. He has a degree on Accounting from the Mexico Technological University (UNITEC) as well as a Senior Management Program Certification from the IPADE Business School.

Outstanding Computer Systems Engineer with extensive experience in Information Technology management and IT services. With a passion for participating in initiatives that enable effective implementation of ICTs, Pedro has dedicated himself to developing professionally in areas such as IT consulting, IT auditing, systems administration, technical support, and network administration. His strategic focus and technical skills have made him a valuable resource for any organization. Currently, Pedro serves as responsible for Network Administration in the Department of Genomic Research for the Central SITE area of CINVESTAV LANGEBIO. In this role, he is responsible for continuously improving the operation of the voice and data network through appropriate control and monitoring mechanisms. Additionally, he assumes responsibility for executing, maintaining, operating, and ensuring the proper functioning of computer systems and networks, as well as special systems and Linux server administration that provide essential services such as email, DNS, data, web pages, and private cloud. With his dedication and expertise, Pedro continues to stand out as a key professional in the strategic management of information technology, significantly contributing to the success and efficiency of the organizations in which he participates.

Juan Pablo Borray is Colombian and holds a degree in Industrial Engineering from the National School of Engineering. He holds a specialization in Project Management from Esden Business School in Madrid, Spain, and another in Telecommunications Engineering from the University of Buenos Aires. He began his career in the financial sector working at Banco Colpatria, a part of the Scotiabank group in Bogotá. In 2006, he joined Panduit as a technical support engineer for Colombia and quickly rose to the position of technical support for Latin America, overseeing all projects in the region. Due to his expertise, he began teaching certification courses for channels, and in 2011, he transitioned to the role of Technical System Engineer (TSE) for industrial automation in Latin America. In 2015, he was appointed as Business Development Manager for the region, a position he has been fulfilling from Mexico City. In this role, he serves as the liaison between the company's headquarters and distributors and integrators in the various countries where Panduit operates.

He is a Civil Engineer from the National Polytechnic Institute and holds the ATD_4309: Accredited Tier certification from the Uptime Institute, as well as a certificate in DCIM solutions: Netbotz, Data Center Expert & Data Center Operation. With over 18 years of experience, he has collaborated with companies such as Anixter, IBM, among others. His extensive technical knowledge across various verticals and business acumen led him to be recruited by Panduit as a Technical Systems Engineer (TSE), where he is responsible for the technical enablement of the company's entire portfolio of solutions and products.

Mauricio Escobar is a strategic and commercial executive with 17 years of experience in the AV and IT industry. He specializes in B2B sales development, channel programs, distribution, sales and marketing strategies at the national level. He studied Business Administration at the Universidad Tecnológica de México. He later honed his skills as an IT sales executive at companies such as ScanSource, Honeywell, and LG Electronics. He worked for six years at Barco as Regional Director of Channel Sales, where he successfully managed the company's CALA channel strategy for the ProAV corporate business unit. Currently, he serves as Channel Manager LATAM at Atlona, a Panduit company, where he aims to drive sales and business development through Atlona's growing channel. Additionally, Mauricio is expected to manage strategic initiatives that bring Panduit and Atlona closer to more AV and IT business opportunities.

He is a Civil Engineer from the National Polytechnic Institute and holds the ATD_4309: Accredited Tier certification from the Uptime Institute, as well as a certificate in DCIM solutions: Netbotz, Data Center Expert & Data Center Operation. With over 18 years of experience, he has collaborated with companies such as Anixter, IBM, among others. His extensive technical knowledge across various verticals and business acumen led him to be recruited by Panduit as a Technical Systems Engineer (TSE), where he is responsible for the technical enablement of the company's entire portfolio of solutions and products.

Vladimir Linares is a Colombian engineer, holding a degree in Electronic Engineering from the Industrial University of Santander. He also holds a specialization in Project Management in Engineering from La Salle University. He is certified as an RCDD by BICSI and as a CCRD by ICREA. Vladimir has served as a Project Manager in leading system integration companies for several years, overseeing significant projects in the Data Center, Enterprise, and Industrial sectors, with a focus on telecommunications infrastructure. In 2018, he joined Panduit's technical team based in Bogotá, Colombia, covering the Latin American region and managing the most relevant projects in the area.

Camilo Muñoz is a professional with over 20 years of experience in the information technology sector and a significant track record in the market of electronic video-based security solutions.

Electrical engineer graduated from Centro Universitário FEI, with a solid track record of over 10 years in the testing, measurement, and telecommunications sector. Currently serving as Product Manager at Fluke Latin America, strategically leading product areas including Routine Maintenance portfolio, covering Industrial Imaging, Thermography, Power Quality, Battery Testers, as well as Fluke Networks' Fiber and Copper Testers.

Jamey Swigert is the Executive Director of Atlona, responsible for strategy development, planning, and market execution in the AV market. Prior to this role, Jamey was Director of AV Sales and Business Development for the Panduit Enterprise Networks business unit, Senior Business Development Manager, and managed product lines related to the company’s fiber optic and cable management product offerings. Prior to joining Panduit, Jamey was Telecommunications Manager for Charleston County Government and Product Manager for a global manufacturer of fiber optic cables. Jamey holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Charleston, WV, and a master’s degree in international business from the University of South Carolina.

Shannon McDaniel has been the Chief Executive Officer & President of Panduit Corporation since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for defining the company’s strategy, driving execution toward that strategy, as well as developing current and long-range objectives. Shannon has served in a variety of leadership positions over his 30+ year career, and is particularly accomplished as an operational finance leader partnering with P&L leaders to drive revenue and earnings growth. Prior to joining Panduit as Chief Financial Officer in 2018, he excelled in global financial leadership roles during his 14 years with Eaton Corporation, including serving as the company’s Director of Finance for its EMEA electrical business and Vice President of Finance for the Americas systems and services group. He also held various leadership roles during his 11-year tenure at Invensys within the Building Controls and Automation sectors. Shannon holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Ill., and served three years as an Auditor with KPMG, and is a CPA.

Tom Kelly is the Senior Vice President of Business Units for Panduit Corporation. In this role, he is responsible for driving strategy and growth for the company’s Network Infrastructure and Industrial Electrical Infrastructure business units. Tom joined Panduit in 1998 where he began his career in Research and Development. He then moved into roles in Product Design and Product Line Management. Throughout Tom’s 26 years with Panduit, he has also taken on increasing leadership roles including Director of Engineering and Product Management, Director of Business Development, and Vice President of the Enterprise Business. Tom holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Plastics Engineering Technology from Ferris State University, Big Rapids, Mich.,, and a Master of Business Administration from DePaul University, Chicago.

Bravo Wheeler, General Manager of Ascenty, is a strategic and analytical executive with 28 years of experience leading highly effective teams in the Information Technology sector, particularly in the globalized environments of Latin America. His solid career spans network operations, data center management, engineering, and shared services functions, standing out for his ability to define and deploy strategic initiatives that improve operational processes and reduce costs and risks. Arturo is recognized for his ability to clearly communicate and execute strategic direction and objectives, maintaining a focus on productivity, cost control, and operational efficiency, while motivating and developing team talent through teamwork and collaboration.

He completed his Bachelor's degree in Financial Administration at Tecnológico de Monterrey and holds a Master's in E-Commerce from The Power MBA. He has over 14 years of experience in the IT sector, having served as Channel Director for Mexico at F5 Networks and as Retail Sales Director at it-shop.mx. Antonio joined the Panduit team in June 2021, taking on the role of Commercial Manager for the Central and Southern regions of Mexico.

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