Key speakers
Speakers (A-Z)
Ingrid Zabaleta currently serves as Regional Executive Assistant of the +Cotton project, an initiative of the Brazilian government and FAO for cotton producing countries in Latin America.
She has more than 13 years of experience in strategic management and mobilization of alliances for the integration of the agro-textile-clothing and sustainable fashion sector in Latin America, with a focus on the sustainability of the cotton supply chain.
Ingrid is a sociologist from the National University of Colombia. She holds a Master in International Relations and a Master in Decentralized International Cooperation, both from the University of the Basque Country- UPV; and an MBA from the Alberto Hurtado University of Chile.
Zera is the Global Head of Business Resilience Consulting at Maersk. Her leadership in the development of resilience programs, recognized with the Business Continuity Institute Award in 2020, underscores her commitment to industry-wide improvement and innovation. Holding an M.Sc. in Political Economy and certifications such as Associate Member of the Business Continuity Institute (AMBCI) and Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Zera brings a wealth of expertise to her field.
Furthermore, Zera has contributed to significant global initiatives, including the UNCTAD Port Resilience Guidebook and sharing her insights through a World Economic Forum blog.
Her involvement in crisis and contingency management, alongside contributions to podcasts and participation as a speaker at various forums, highlights her dedication to resilience. Leading the development of the Maersk Supply Chain Resilience Model in 2021, Zera plays a pivotal role in advancing the field of supply chain resilience with a focus on collective progress and knowledge sharing.