BRAVO Symposium 2025: Legacy and Leadership—A Century of Latin American Excellence
The CEOs of four of the region's oldest companies share the keys to business longevity in an ever-evolving environment.
A clear vision for the future, steadfast principles, and flexibility were common threads connecting a conversation at the 2025 Council of the Americas Symposium on keeping century-old companies thriving.
Under the theme of "Legacy and Leadership," four CEOs heading companies from around the region spoke to how the values instilled at the conception of each enterprise continue to guide today's operations.
"The company never sacrifices long-term success for short-term results,"
asserted Roberto Lara of Castillo Hermanos, a 139-year old conglomerate founded in Guatemala.
Author's summary: CEOs share secrets to business longevity.