The UF Center for Latin American Studies 52nd Annual Conference

The Latin American Business Environment: Corporate and Career Opportunities

March 20, 2004

After several years of weak growth and financial volatility, the economies of Latin America are beginning to recover. The conference addresses how companies working in the region assess the current environment as well as the options open to students seeking careers in Latin American business and finance.


Introductory Remarks and Keynote Address
“Latin America after the Washington Consensus,” John Barham, Editor, LatinFinance

Finance Session
Real Estate: Roberto Ordorica, Prudential Real Estate Investors-Latin America

Infrastructure: Everett Santos, Latin American Group, Emerging Markets Partnership

Business Environment: Terry McCoy, University of Florida

Business Session
Telecommunications: Robert Turkovic, Motorola-Latin America and Caribbean

Aerospace: Nancy Stebbins, Boeing, International Relations

Shipping and Logistics: Francisco X. Santeiro, FedEX, Latin America and Caribbean

Roundtable Discussion

Career Experiences and Advice of Recent Graduates
Emily Borras, Motorola, Global Telecom Solutions Sector-Latin America

Brandon Knox, Latin America Financial Center, Citigroup, Tampa

Erich Coleman, Turner Entertainment Networks


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