Team size: Five

What are the most significant cases, projects or transactions that you and your legal team have recently been involved in?

Over the past year, I have led the full adaptation of our Crime Prevention Model to comply with Chile’s new Economic and Environmental Crimes Law (Law No. 21.595). This required a comprehensive update of our risk matrix, the creation of new controls, policies and procedures, and a company-wide training programme reaching all organisational levels, including the Board of Directors.
 

We also achieved re-certification of the Crime Prevention Models for Melón and all subsidiaries, audited by MC Compliance. This accomplishment reinforced our standing as a reference in compliance and governance within our industry.
 

In addition, I developed and expanded our annual “Integrity Month”, an initiative integrating training, communication, and participatory activities to make integrity a living value within the organisation. This has become a key driver of cultural change, fostering alignment between ethical principles and operational practice.

How do you approach managing legal aspects during periods of instability or crisis to ensure the organisation’s resilience?

My approach is based on three pillars: rapid risk assessment, transparent communication, and cross-functional coordination. I focus on anticipating legal and reputational risks before they escalate, enabling timely and well-informed decision-making.
 

In crisis situations, I provide clear and actionable guidance to both executives and operational leaders, ensuring business continuity without compromising compliance or ethics. This method has been critical during periods of regulatory change and operational disruption, helping preserve stakeholder confidence.

Have you had any experiences during your career as a lawyer that stand out as particularly unique or interesting?

A standout experience was creating the “Ethics Olympics” during Integrity Month. This gamified compliance training engaged over 600 employees and contractors nationwide, transforming compliance from a formal requirement into a shared organisational value. It demonstrated that innovative engagement methods can achieve lasting cultural impact.

Based on your experiences in the past year, are there any trends in the legal or business world that you are keeping an eye on that you think other in-house lawyers should be mindful of?

I am closely observing two major trends: the integration of ESG commitments into binding legal frameworks, and the expansion of personal liability for executives under new criminal and environmental regulations. Both require proactive adaptation of compliance programmes, continuous monitoring, and governance models that are preventive, flexible, and aligned with evolving expectations.

What is a cause, business or otherwise, that you are passionate about? Why is this?

I am passionate about fostering corporate cultures where integrity is embedded in every decision. When ethics become part of daily operations, companies build trust, attract committed talent, and ensure sustainable growth for all stakeholders. This belief has guided my career and remains central to my professional purpose.