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• Strategy for positioning corporate and government affairs functions in the business environment: • Commercial, marketing, tax, Supply Chain, Legal, Corporate Communication, Corporate Social Responsibility, Stakeholders and Risk Management, among others • Assistance to the business areas and internal customer quality, leveraging a variety of shared objectives • Ensuring that the government and institutional areas are in place, allowing the company to do business with less interference and less impact from the public and private sectors, as well as NGOs • Management of areas and issues affecting the external business environment of companies Relevant Projects • Communication with the community and public spheres, such as the Executive and Legislative Powers, NGOs, and associations • Creation of marketing action plans and relationship strategies • Identification of partnership opportunities • Crisis management, monitoring, and analysis of actions • Negotiation of interest and exchange of information • Support in the construction of communication channels • Identification of political and economic decisions that affect the company’s interests and suggestions for negotiationswww.delassus.com.br - recomendo avaliarem.

Policy Development and Implementation: Creating and implementing sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) policies to ensure food safety and plant and animal health.International Negotiations and Relations: Engaging in negotiations and maintaining relations with international organizations and trade partners on SPS matters.Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring that domestic producers comply with international SPS standards and regulations.Monitoring and Risk Assessment: Overseeing the monitoring of plant and animal health risks and conducting risk assessments.Crisis Management: Managing and responding to SPS emergencies and outbreaks.Technical Support and Training: Providing technical assistance and training on SPS measures to stakeholders.

Sectorial and Thematic Chambers are forums of dialogue created by the Secretariat of Agriculture and Supply of the State of São Paulo for identifying opportunities for the development of productive chains, defining priority actions of interest for the Brazilian agribusiness and its relationship with domestic and international markets. This link between the government and the private sector results in a democratic and transparent mechanism for societal participation in the formulation of public policies. Enhanced Translation: Sectorial and Thematic Chambers are dialogue forums established by the Secretariat of Agriculture and Supply of the State of São Paulo with the aim of identifying opportunities for the development of productive chains. These forums work towards defining priority actions relevant to Brazilian agribusiness and its relationship with both domestic and international markets. Acting as a bridge between the government and the private sector, these Chambers provide a democratic and transparent mechanism for societal involvement in the formulation of public policies.

As JBS, the leading beef industry giant globally, employs over 250,000 staff members and operates across 60 countries, solidifying its significant international presence in the meat production sector. The mais activities I faced were: Departmental Restructuring: Overhauling the Institutional Affairs Department to align with the evolving realities and reputations of the sectors.Organizational Structure Implementation: Instituting a new organizational framework to reflect these changes.Government Relations Strategy: Developing and spearheading the strategy for government relations.Cross-Departmental Coordination: Ensuring cohesive execution across various business domains, including Supply Chain, Tax, Law, Regulation, Sales, and Marketing, to leverage relationships broadly.Stakeholder Management: Handling relationships with key state and municipal stakeholders in vital regions across Brazil, including RS, SC, PR, SP, GO, PA, MS, MT, MA, TO, PI, and BA, to support the company's strategic goals and business needs.Significant projects undertaken include:Institutional Affairs Department Revamp: Streamlining departmental processes and structure.Tax Issue Negotiations: Advancing discussions on tax matters with the São Paulo State Government.Regulatory Compliance for Seara: Assisting the Seara team in regularizing its production units.Qualification for Exports: Certifying Seara and Friboi production units for exports, particularly to China.The outcomes of these efforts were substantial:Seara Unit Regularization: Achieving a multimillion return through the regularization of Seara units.Tax-Related Achievements: Securing a return of over a billion in tax-related matters.

Strategic Policy Engagement: Leading the development and execution of strategies to engage with government policies and regulations that affect Monsanto's operations in Brazil.Stakeholder Relations: Building and maintaining strong relationships with key government officials, regulatory agencies, and international organizations relevant to the agriculture sector.Regulatory Compliance and Advocacy: Ensuring that Monsanto’s products and operations comply with local and international regulations, and advocating for regulatory environments that support business objectives.Market Access and Trade Issues: Working on market access issues, addressing barriers, and facilitating the entry of Monsanto’s products into international markets.Analysis and Intelligence Gathering: Analyzing political and regulatory trends that could impact the business, and providing strategic insights to Monsanto’s leadership.Crisis Management and Communication: Managing government-related crises and communicating effectively with government entities and other stakeholders.Project Leadership: Leading projects involving government interactions, ensuring they align with Monsanto’s strategic goals and comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

Strategic Policy Engagement: Leading the development and execution of strategies to engage with government policies and regulations that affect Monsanto's operations in Brazil.Stakeholder Relations: Building and maintaining strong relationships with key government officials, regulatory agencies, and international organizations relevant to the agriculture sector.Regulatory Compliance and Advocacy: Ensuring that Monsanto’s products and operations comply with local and international regulations, and advocating for regulatory environments that support business objectives.Market Access and Trade Issues: Working on market access issues, addressing barriers, and facilitating the entry of Monsanto’s products into international markets.Analysis and Intelligence Gathering: Analyzing political and regulatory trends that could impact the business, and providing strategic insights to Monsanto’s leadership.Crisis Management and Communication: Managing government-related crises and communicating effectively with government entities and other stakeholders.Project Leadership: Leading projects involving government interactions, ensuring they align with Monsanto’s strategic goals and comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

• Reporting to the Global Vice President for International Government Affairs • Interface, alignment, and structuring of company actions on a global level Relevant Projects • Approval of 12 new transgenic technologies in a single day in the European Union • Project for the EU to maintain regulation and authorization for the import of transgenic products into the European bloc • Approval project for the export of XTend soy technology to China – International Government Team leadership • Approval of renewal for the use of Glyphosate in the European Union Results• Reggie Awards - TWELVE GM Crop Authorizations in ONE Day – Monsanto, Nov 2015; and (Monsanto Co. Global Regulatory Affairs Award)• Reggie Awards - Defeating the EU Opt-Out Proposal – Monsanto, Nov 2015; (Monsanto Co. Global Regulatory Affairs Award)• Reggie Awards – Certificate for USA Xtend Soybean Technology Approval in China – Monsanto, Nov 2016; (Monsanto Co. Global Regulatory Affairs Award)• Reggie Awards – Glyphosate License Renewal at the European Union – Monsanto, Dec 2017; (Monsanto Co. Global Regulatory Affairs Award)

Communication and Representation: Representing Monsanto in various forums, negotiations, and discussions with government and international bodies.

Policy Advocacy and Lobbying: Advocating for favorable policies and regulations in the agricultural sector, both at the national and international levels.Stakeholder Engagement: Building and maintaining relationships with government bodies, international organizations, and other key stakeholders.Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring that Monsanto's products and practices comply with governmental and international regulations and standards.Strategic Analysis and Reporting: Analyzing political and regulatory trends, and providing strategic insights and reports to guide Monsanto's business strategies.Project Management: Managing projects that involve interaction with government agencies or international entities, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.Communication and Representation: Representing Monsanto in various forums, negotiations, and discussions with government and international bodies.

• Implementation of a new organizational structure based on the productive sectors and the new economic reality • Renewal of the agreement with APEX-Brazil in the amount of R$ 5 million • Decisive performance in the tax exemption of beef sold on the domestic market • Generation of approximately R$ 400 million per year in savings for the sector Results• Presumed credit – 50% exemption for export operations sectors • Savings, accumulation, and compensation of federal tax credits (PIS/COFINS) of up to R$ 416 million per yearThe Brazilian Association of Meat Exporting Industries (ABIEC) brings together 39 companies in the sector in the country, responsible for 98% of the meat traded for international markets.Created in 1979, based on the need that meat exporters felt for focused and more aggressive action in defending their specific interests, ABIEC became the sector's main representative in the international areas of trade regulation, health requirements and the opening of markets.In partnership with the Brazilian Export and Investment Promotion Agency (ApexBrasil), ABIEC and its associates have participated in international fairs, such as SIAL, in Paris; World Food Moscow, in Moscow; Gulfood in Dubai, and Anuga, in Cologne, in addition to holding workshops in partnership with Brazilian embassies around the world, and receiving authorities and opinion leaders who visit the meat production chain with the aim of promoting our product abroad.ABIEC's main mission is to defend the interests of the beef exporting sector at national and international levels. Engage efforts to reduce tariff and non-tariff trade barriers and promote Brazilian products and the country's image abroad with a view to opening and consolidating markets, and guaranteeing the sector's representation in national and international forums in order to influence the taking of decisions and the normative and legislative process that affect international beef trade.

Leading the organization and defining its strategic direction.Developing and implementing long-term strategies for the growth and sustainability of the cotton sector in Brazil.Representation and Advocacy:Representing Brazilian cotton growers in national and international forums.Advocating for policies and regulations that benefit the cotton industry.Acting as the primary spokesperson for the association in media and public events.Cotton Litigation Management:Overseeing legal actions and litigations, particularly the cotton dispute with the United States.Coordinating with legal teams and experts on international trade laws.Negotiating and communicating with U.S. counterparts and international bodies like the World Trade Organization (WTO).Industry Relations and Partnership Development:Building and maintaining relationships with other agricultural associations, government entities, and international organizations.Forming partnerships to advance the interests of Brazilian cotton producers.Research and Development Oversight:Encouraging and overseeing research and development activities in cotton production.Promoting technological advancements and sustainable practices in cotton farming.Market Development and Promotion:Identifying new markets for Brazilian cotton.Promoting Brazilian cotton globally to enhance its market position.Monitoring global market trends and adapting strategies accordingly.Member Services and Support:Providing services and support to the association's members.Organizing educational and training programs for growers.Financial and Administrative Management:Managing the association’s budget and resources.Ensuring effective operation and administration of the organization.The role of the Executive Director in this context is multifaceted, involving leadership, negotiation, advocacy, and a deep understanding of both the technical aspects of cotton production and the complexities of international trade and relations.

A substitute member of the Superior Council of Agriculture of FIESP (Federation of Industries of the State of São Paulo) acts as an alternate representative on the council, participating in discussions and decisions relating to the agricultural sector. Your responsibilities include:Participation in Meetings: Attend and contribute to board meetings, especially in the absence of the main member.Contribution to Debates: Offer insights and knowledge on agricultural issues, supporting the formulation of policies and strategies for the sector.Representation: Represent the interests and perspectives of the industrial sector related to agriculture in discussions.Advice and Support: Provide support and advice on industry-specific matters as required.Essentially, a substitute member plays a supportive and representative role, ensuring the continuity and effectiveness of the board's activities.

Agricultural Policy Analysis: Study and evaluate policies and legislation relevant to the sector.Document Preparation: Write reports, speeches and communications for the president.Communication Coordination: Facilitate interaction between the committee chair, interested parties and the public.Strategic Advice: Provide analysis and recommendations on decisions and strategies in the agricultural sector.Project and Event Management: Organize events and manage projects related to agriculture.These responsibilities involve skills in political analysis, communication, and knowledge about agriculture.

Responsible for leading negotiations and policies related to food safety, animal health and plant protection at the international level, ensuring that agricultural products meet global standards and facilitating international trade in these products.

- Conducting research on local media trends and public opinion. - Preparing analytical reports on political and social developments.- Advising embassy staff on communication estrategies- Analyzing the impact of communication efforts.- - Designing and executing public diplomacy initiatives.- Engaging with the local community and educational institutions. - Conducting outreach programs to enhance the country's image.- Working on collaborative projects with local NGOs and organizations.Organizing cultural events to promote bilateral relations.Liaising with local cultural institutions and artists.Coordinating exhibitions, cultural exchanges, and educational programs.Enhancing the cultural understanding between Spain and the embassy's country.