Leading CEOs From Across the Digital Ecosystem Confirmed to Speak at GSMA Mobile 360 - Latin America

Executives from Claro, Digicel, Ericsson, Microsoft, Millicom, Nokia and Telef nica to Take the Stage at the Regional Event in Colombia

London: The GSMA today provided further details on the upcoming 2017 Mobile 360 Series - Latin America conference, which will be held 31 October - 2 November in Bogot , Colombia. The conference will highlight the latest technology trends and business models shaping the mobile industry across Latin America, including the Internet of Things, financial inclusion and mobile money, future networks and 5G, policy and mobile's contribution to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Mobile is at the very centre of innovation in Latin America, particularly as startups and small and medium enterprises digitalise their businesses, said Michael O'Hara, Chief Marketing Officer, GSMA. Mobile 360 - Latin America will convene industry experts, policymakers and decision makers from across the ecosystem to discuss the key drivers for this innovation and explore how mobile can boost Latin American economies.

Additional Executives Confirmed to Speak

The GSMA announced a dozen additional speakers participating in the conference programme, including:

Minister David Luna, Ministry of Information and Communications Technology, Republic of Colombia

Luis Malvido, Executive Director HISPAM South, Telef nica

Minor Samayoa, CEO, Digicel El Salvador

Carlos Rozo, Director General, Apps.co

Andr s Quintero, Colombia Country Manager, Ericsson

Mariano Amartino, LATAM Startups Director, Microsoft

Rachel Samr n, EVP, Chief External Affairs Officer, Millicom

Rodrigo Diehl, EVP, Chief Strategy Officer, Millicom

Osvaldo di Campli, Latin America President, Nokia

Martin Wessel, Head of Technology Evolution, Telecom Personal Argentina

Leslie Jarrin, Managing Director Ecuador, ThoughtWorks

Bel n Sanz, Permanent Representative, UN Women Colombia

These executives are the latest to join a strong roster of senior leaders from organisations across Latin America, including:

Edgar Salas, CEO, AZLOGICA

Paulo C sar Teixeira, CEO, Claro Brasil

Michael O'Hara, Chief Marketing Officer, GSMA

Sebastian Cabello, Head of Latin America, GSMA

Mauricio Ramos, CEO, Millicom

Marcelo Cataldo, CEO, Tigo Colombia

Bibiana A do, Permanent Representative, UN Women Ecuador and Former Minister for Equality in Spain

Alongside the conference, the regional event will also feature several themed seminars and workshops, including the GSMA Latin America Strategy and Innovation Forum .

Spectrum and Policy Forum

Within Mobile 360 - Latin America, the Spectrum and Policy Forum on Tuesday, 31 October will highlight the growing adoption of 4G networks in the region, as well as the technology and policy requirements needed for the future deployment of 5G networks and services.. The forum will feature many high-level speakers including:

Daniel Bernal Salazar, Deputy Chair, Director of Regulatory Affairs, Am rica M vil

Santiago Pardo, Vice President of Regulatory Affairs and Relations, Am rica M vil

Martha Suarez, Director General, ANE Colombia

Oscar Leon, Executive Secretary, CITEL

Mario Maniewicz, Deputy Director, International Telecommunication Union's Radiocommunication Bureau

Alejandro Quiroga Lopez, Directror Legal and Public Affairs, Telecom Argentina

Jos Juan Haro, Director for Regulatory Affairs and Wholesale Business Latin America, Telef nica

Mobile Ecosystem Supporting the SDGs

Taking place on Wednesday, 1 November, the Mobile Ecosystem Contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals seminar will showcase best practices for child online protection, disaster response and climate action, among other topics, with the following participating experts:

Jeffrey Villaveces, Head of the Colombia Information Management and Analysis Unit

Wilmer Caripe, Head of Search and Assistant Partnerships, LATAM, Google

Mauricio Arce Le n, Corporate Responsibility Manager Latin America, Millicom

Melanie Wilneder, Senior Key Account Manager, South Pole Group

Marcelo Ber, Business & Children's Rights Focal Point, UNICEF Latin America

New Sponsor for Mobile 360 - Latin America

BICS has recently signed on as a Silver Sponsor, joining previously confirmed supporters TigoUne (Host Sponsor), Amdocs (Silver Sponsor) and Huawei (Mobile 360 Series Global Industry Supporter).

Get Involved at Mobile 360 - Latin America

Registration for Mobile 360 - Latin America is currently open; individuals wishing to attend should visit www.mobile360series.com/latin-america/attend/attendee-registration/. For more information on Mobile 360 - Latin America, visit www.mobile360series.com/latin-america/.

Follow the latest developments and updates on Mobile 360 - Latin America on Twitter, using the #M360LATAM hashtag or following @GSMALatam and @GSMAEvents, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Mobile360Series and LinkedIn on www.linkedin.com/company/gsma-mobile-360-series.

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About the GSMA

The GSMA represents the interests of mobile operators worldwide, uniting nearly 800 operators with more than 300 companies in the broader mobile ecosystem, including handset and device makers, software companies, equipment providers and internet companies, as well as organisations in adjacent industry sectors. The GSMA also produces industry-leading events such as Mobile World Congress, Mobile World Congress Shanghai, Mobile World Congress Americas and the Mobile 360 Series of conferences.

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