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Ernesto Gutierrez is the CEO of Corporación América, a multinational holding created with Argentine capitals engaged in a number of businesses in different sectors.
Corporación América is a holding that controls leading companies engaged in developing, managing, and doing businesses in the fields of services, trade, real estate, construction, infrastructure, agriculture, and stock-raising.
With more than 5000 employees and an annual turnover of 950 million dollars, Corporación América is based on several fundamental pillars, namely: its value for the human factor; the ongoing acquisition and transfer of know-how; a strong commitment with the environment; the quest for efficiency and quality; technical innovation; training; and respect for the cultural tradition. In addition, they combine with corporate social responsibility.
There follows a detailed description of some of the main activities and companies led by Ernesto Gutiérrez, as the CEO of Corporación América, namely:
Agribusiness:
o Corporación Unitec Agro S.A.
o Cabaña Don Panos S.A.
o ARG Natural Beef S.A.
o Vinos, Bodegas y Viñedos Gabrielli S.A.
o FruitFULL Armenia
o Tierras de Armenia
Industries:
o Unitec Bio Diesel
o Unitec Industrial (Cotton picking plant)
Logistics, cargo terminals, and fueling
o Terminal de Cargas Argentina – TCA
o Terminal de Cargas del Uruguay – TCU
o Terminal de Cargas del Ecuador – TCE
o Terminal de Cargas de Armenia –TCA
o Zvarnots Handling – Armenia
o Gral. Pico Tax-Free Zone, La Pampa, Argentina
Retail:
o Duty Free (Ecuador/Uruguay/Armenia)
o Shop Gallery
o Farmacias San Roque
Real Estate:
o CASA – Puerto Nuevo Buenos Aires
Tourism:
o America Lodging - RUCA MALÉN Hotel – Villa La Angostura – Argentina
Infrastructure:
Airports:
o Argentina: Aeropuertos Argentina 2000
Aeropuerto del Neuquén.
o Uruguay: Puerta del Sur – Montevideo International Airport
o Ecuador: TAGSA – Guayaquil International Airport
o Armenia: Zvartnots International Airports – Yerevan International Airport
Routes and Highways:
o Caminos de América – (National Route 8 – National Route 34 – National Route 36)
Airport Business:
o Airport Media (Airport technological advertising)
o Airports Security (Security biometric systems)
o American International Airports (Development Consulting Firm)
Other Businesses:
o Inversora Cervecera S.A.
Business Background
His professional and business growth has turned him into one of the major icons in the national and international business world.
He has conducted his activity as a national business executive for more than 30 years. His profile as an expert negotiator has rewarded him with significant accomplishments and success in different sectors of competing markets, but also in the regulated sectors of the economy.
Vis-à-vis the diverse nature of the businesses he represents, Gutiérrez excels for his ability to establish a management modality that creates strategic alliances with specialized companies. Moreover, he recruits expert professionals in each area with a view to reaching excellence and success in every business he conducts.
In recognition for his career, in September 2005, he was selected among his peers from the entire continent President of the Private Sector of the Americas in the Organization of American States (OAS). This association represents business executives and entities from the hemisphere. Its main purpose is to harmonize a permanent dialogue between the private and the public sectors to promote the creation of jobs and economic and social development for the peoples of the Americas.
His reputation and networking capabilities with both the private and the public sector, as well as the positive balance sheets achieved in the financial statements combined with the increases in turnover levels and market attraction, and the development of new businesses, have given him an extensive and solid background that facilitates access to both national and international funding for his business activities.
On the other hand, his wide experience in the fields of logistics and transportation, distribution at the local and international level, and in the distribution of products for massive consumption excels as the imperative features of his expertise.
Since the very beginning of his professional career, he has been both owner and shareholder in several companies, and/or has held executive and managerial positions in a number of important companies, associations, and chambers at both the local and the international level, with many of which he still maintains top positions. Since a detailed list would be extremely lengthy, it is worth highlighting some of the most important ones, namely:
Inversora Cervecera S.A.
President. Inversora Cervecera Sociedad Anónima was created in response to the need perceived in the marketplace, as set forth by the National Commission for the Defense of Competition. As a consequence of the disinvestment Quilmes was forced to undertake in order to merge with AmBev, ICSA acquired the well-known Bieckert, Palermo, and Imperial brands, as well as the former Brahma plant in Luján.
ICSA’s management team is highly recognized for its accomplishments in different fields within the private sector. Furthermore, it has recently recruited successful professionals specialized in foodstuff production, distribution, development, and management, including products of massive consumption, and a vast experience in the beer market.
ICSA is deeply committed, through the effort of its entire staff, to provide world-class quality standards throughout the chain that goes from the suppliers of its raw materials to the final consumers of its products.
Arg Natural Beef S.A.
He is now its President, although he has been a member of this company engaged in cattle breeding based in the Province of Chaco since 2004. The company has become one of the largest cattle raising operations in the country and the region. He has developed the sale of Premium beef cuts for exports, pioneering the establishment of strategic sales spots in a number of Free Shops worldwide.
La Haydee S.A.
At present, he chairs this company engaged in the agricultural and cattle-raising business. As such, the company focuses on raising A. Angus stock, both Black and Red.
Cabaña Don Panos S. A.
He is currently his Vice-President, yet he is a member of this company since 2005. As such, the company is engaged in the cattle-raising business (stockbreeding, genetics, and embryos’ sales). One of the greatest accomplishments including an award among the 11 awards obtained in 2006 at the Cattle Exhibition held in the traditional trade-show know as Rural de Palermo, where the Great Award for the Champion Male Specimen 2006 went for the Brangus Breed.
Aeropuertos Argentina 2000 S.A.
President, Director, and CEO of the company that manages and runs the National Airport System of the Republic of Argentina since 1998. During his mandate, the system, which is made up of 32 airports, has become the largest private airport concessionaire worldwide. The company is now an icon in the sector and has rewarded him with recognition from the entire community after having the honor of being appointed to chair the Association that represents the sector at the international level.
Puerta del Sur S.A.
He is its President since 2003. The company manages and exploits Carrasco International Airport.
Bs. As.- La Plata - Zona Franca S.A.
As its Executive Vice-President between 1996 and 1999, he developed the most important tax-free zone in the Republic of Argentina from the very beginning. In the year 2000, the company was ranked third at the continental level after Colon (Panama) and Iquique (Chile)
Argentine Chamber of Commerce (Cámara Argentina de Comercio)
As a representative of Foreign Trade Services, he served as:
General Board Director (1999/to date)
Executive Director (1996/1999)
Federal Board Director (1995/1996)
Terminal Buenos Aires S.A.
Although he is currently its Vice-President, he joined the board of directors of Buenos Aires Grains Port Terminal in 1994. This was the first port privatization process. It occupies 14 ha. In the Port of Buenos Aires, and has storage capacity for 240,000 tons and can handle up to 1,500,000 tons of grains for exports.
Federation of Foreign Trade Operators of the Republic of Argentina
Federación de Operadores de Servicios al Comercio Exterior de la República Argentina (FOSCEX)
President and Founder (1994-1999). This organization gathered all the foreign trade operators of Argentina for the first time. Airlines, customs agents, ports, shipping companies, international ground transportation companies, and cargo agents have been represented by their different organizations in this Federation.
World Air Cargo Organization
He was the Director of this organization engaged in international air cargo, with branches in 54 countries and headquarters in Geneva, between 1994 and 1999. This is the most important Transportation and Distribution Organization worldwide.
Terminal de Cargas Argentinas S.A. (TCA)
(Formerly known as Edcadassa)
Since 2002, he is also the Director of Terminal de Cargas Aéreas (TCA). TCA is a major corporation specifically organized to manage and operate air cargo terminals at the international airports of the Republic of Argentina. It has negotiated the purchase of 45% of the private portion of this mixed-capitals corporation leader in the region, together with the Exxel Group.
Customs Advisory Board of the Republic of Argentina
(Consejo Consultivo Aduanero de la República Argentina).
He was a Regular Member between 1994 and 1999.
Labaca S.A.
He was the President of this company engaged in agricultural production and fields’ administration between 1993 and 1999.
Chamber of Private Fiscal Warehouses
(Cámara de Depósitos Fiscales Privados)
He was the President and founder of this entity that gathers all the fiscal warehouses between 1993 and 1998. This entity gathers every port, extra-port, and airport warehouse in Argentina.
Depósitos Fiscales S.A.
He was the President and founder of this entity between 1993 and 1997. As such, the company is engaged in port logistics and provides containers and stock transfer and distribution services. Until the privatization of the Port of Buenos Aires, the company was the largest Sea Cargo Operator in the Republic of Argentina.
Express Freight Forwarder S.A.
He was the Director of this Company between 1990 and 1999. The company is engaged in providing logistics at the national and the international level.
It managed to concentrate 74% of the Air Transports from Argentina. It dealt with the introduction of Federal Express in Argentina and ran the business for more than for years.
El Tamarisco S.A.
He was the Director of this company engaged in agricultural production and land management between 1984 and 1999.
Alas Courier S.A.
He was the CEO and founder of this company mainly engaged in international mail distribution between 1983 and 1994. It has represented the most prestigious companies, including Air France and Swissair.
Usar S.A.
He was the General Manager and Founder of this company between 1979 and 1989. As such, the company was engaged in national mail distribution. It had its headquarters in Buenos Aires and 16 branches scattered across the country.
Lectures and Presentations
His professional growth has made him one of the leading icons in the business world, and has honored him with invitations to participate in the major local, regional, and international forums, which include the following:
• V OAS Private Sector Forum: “Governance for Development and Competitiveness in the Americas: The Role of Public-Private Partnerships”. Featured Speaker.
May 29 & 30, 2008. InterContinental Hotel, within the framework of OAS XXXVIII General Assembly. Medellín, Colombia.
• 17th ACI World Annual General Assembly, Conference and Exhibition, and ACI-LAC Regional Annual Assembly and Conference. Keynote speaker at the Opening and Closing Ceremonies.
November 2-7, 2007. Hilton Hotel, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
• Member of the Official Delegation of Business Executives from the Republic of Argentina within the framework of the United Nations Annual Assembly (UN). Participation in meetings to boost investments in our country, jointly with officials from the National Government.
September 24-28, 2007. New York City, United States of America.
• Conferences held in 2007 in different Latin American cities; Montevideo. Organized by the Americas Society and the Council of the Americas (USA) (of which he is a member) and the National Chamber of Commerce and Services of Uruguay. Speaker.
August 10, 2007. Hotel, Montevideo, Uruguay.
• Conferences held in 2007 in different Latin American cities; Buenos Aires. Organized by the Americas Society and the Council of the Americas (USA) (of which he is a member) and the Argentine Chamber of Commerce.
August 7, 2007.Alvear Palace Hotel, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
• IV OAS Private Sector Forum: “Energy for Developtment in the Americas”. Featured Speaker.
May 31, June 1 & 2, 2007. Panama Marriott Hotel, within the framework of OAS XXXVI General Assembly. Panama City, Panama.
• Workshop: Consolidating the Change: “The Inter-American Convention against Corruption in its Second Decade,” organized by Transparency Venezuela and Transparency International. Lecturer.
February 12 through 14, 2007. Tamanaco Intercontinental Hotel, Caracas, Venezuela.
• 16th ACI World Assembly, Conference, and Trade Show. Lecturer at the Closing Ceremony.
November 7 through 10, 2006. Cape Town International Convention Centre, Cape Town, South Africa.
• 16th ACI-LAC Regional Assembly, Conference, and Trade Show. Speaker at the Opening Ceremony, and Panel Member.
October 2 through 5, 2006, Hilton Hotel, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
• Member of the Official Delegation of Business Executives from the Republic of Argentina within the framework of the United Nations Annual Assembly (UN). Participation in meetings to boost investments in out country jointly with officials from the national government.
September 18 through 23, 2006. City of New York, United States of America
• Conference: “Argentina: Growth and Investment Opportunities", organized by the Americas Society and the Council of the Americas (USA) (of which he is a member) and the Argentine Chamber of Commerce.
August 10, 2006. Alvear Palace Hotel, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
• OAS 36th General Assembly. Presentation of the conclusions from the Third Private Sector Forum during a meeting held with the Ministers of Foreign Affairs from America. Featured Lecturer.
June 4, 2006. Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
• OAS Third Private Sector Forum. “Inter-American Public-Private Alliance for Competitiveness and Job-Creation in the Learned Society”. Featured Speaker at the Opening Ceremony as President of the Private Sector.
June 2 and 3, 2006, Hotel Jaraguas, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
• EU-LAC Business Summit. Meeting of the Latin American Presidents and the European Economic Community. May 11 through 13, 2006. Vienna, Austria. Lecturer.
• Signature of the Cooperation Agreement between the General Secretariat of the Organization of American States and the Private Sector of the Americas, with Secretary General Mr. Miguel Inzulza
April 11, 2006. Patio Azteca, Main Building, Organization of American States. Washington D.C., United States of America.
• Luncheon organized by the Inter-American Commerce and Production Council (Consejo Interamericano de Comercio y Producción, CICYP). “IV Summit of the Americas: Results and forecasts for the Private Sector”. Featured Lecturer and Guest of Honor. Alvear Palace Hotel.
September 14, 2005. Buenos Aires, Argentina.
• Lecturer at the International Seminar “Investment Opportunities in Argentina.” Event organized by the Argentine Consulate in New York and the Council of the Americas, to accompany the official visit of Minister Julio De Vido.
December 6, 2005. New York, United States of America.
• Visit to OAS Permanent Council. Work Meeting.
December 5, 2005, Washington D.C., United States of America.
• Private breakfast with the President of Brazil, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, on occasion of the Seminar on Investment Opportunities in Brazil.
December 2, 2005. Sao Paulo, Brazil.
• IV Summit of the Americas. Presentation of the conclusions from the Private Sector Dialogue during a meeting held with the Ministers of Foreign Affairs from America. Main Lecturer.
November 3, 2005, Mar del Plata, Argentina.
• First Hemispheric Meeting of the Private Sector. A Public–Private Alliance for Development in the Americas “Delivering the Benefits of Democracy through Job Creation: The Role of the Private Sector”. Lecturer at the Opening Ceremony. Organizer and Host.
November 2, 2005. Hilton Hotel, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
• Conference on Public Contracts: Transparency in Public–Private Relationships. Co-organized by Fundación Fidentia and Fundación Banco Provincia.
November 1, 2005, Conference Room “Dr. Arturo Jauretche,” Buenos Aires, Argentina.
• Annual Latin American Assembly of the Council of the Americas. “Institutional strengthening for the consolidation of democracy and economic growth”. Lecturer.
October 26, 2005, New York, United States of America.
• Clinton Global Initiative.
September 14, 2005. New York, United States of America.
• Meeting with OAS Permanent Council. Speaker.
September 14, 2005, Washington D.C., United States of America.
• ADM Conference. “Why do we choose Uruguay to invest? Lecturer.
June 29, 2005. Montevideo, Uruguay.
• First Private Sector Forum. “Delivering the Benefits of Democracy through Increased Competitiveness.” Speaker and Chair of the Commission on Job Creation. OAS General Assembly.
June 5, 2005, Hyatt Hotel, Ft. Lauderdale, United States of America.
• Annual Meeting of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). Organized by the IDB and the Municipality of Milan. International Seminar on “Public Utilities,” Session: “Airport Service Management: The current and future scenario”; Conference: “The Importance of funding for airport infrastructure modernization and economic growth in Latin America and the Caribbean.” Lecturer.
March 2003, Milan, Italy.
• International Seminar: “Latin American Investor Summit,” held within the framework of the Annual Meeting organized by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank (WB). Conference: “Surviving the Crisis.” Panel Member.
September 2002. Washington, D.C., United States of America.
In addition, as a leading figure in the business world, he has produced a number of press releases, which have been published in the main newspapers and magazines both at the national and international level.
Membership. Most important membership in alphabetical order
• Airports Council International - ACI
• Cámara Argentina de Comercio – CAC (Argentine Chamber of Commerce)
• Council of the Americas
• Consejo Argentino para las Relaciones Internacionales – CARI (Argentine Council for International Relations)
• MERCOSUR Economic Business Forum – MEBF
• Sector Privado de las Américas – SPA (Private Sector of the Americas)
Distinctions and Recognitions (among others)
• Recognition from the Chamber of Exporters of the Republic of Argentina for his contribution to the promotion of trade in the Americas. 2006.
• Recognition as “The Business Executive of the year 2001 “ – Security Award
Ernesto Gutiérrez Conte was born on March 17, 1957, in the City of Buenos Aires, Argentina. He is married, and father of three children.
Buenos Aires, January 2009
