Banking Convention 88: Second Day Agenda – Claudia Sheinbaum Confirmed

About the Speaker: Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo

Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo is the current Head of Government (equivalent to Mayor) of Mexico City, serving since 2018. A prominent figure in Mexican politics, she has a background in engineering and environmental sciences. As an advocate for sustainable development, she has implemented numerous initiatives focused on public transportation, green spaces, and renewable energy in Mexico City. Her presence at the Banking Convention 88 highlights her commitment to fostering dialogue between the banking sector and government.

Banking Convention 88: Second Day Agenda

The Banking Convention 88 is set to take place on May 8th and 9th in Nuevo Nayarit, marking the first time this significant event for Mexico’s financial sector will be held outside of Acapulco, Guerrero. The convention aims to strengthen communication between the banking and government sectors.

May 9 Agenda

• 5 km Race with Causa Fundación Quiera

Time: 06:30 – 07:45

• Access to the Session Room

Time: 09:00 – 10:00 (at the Convention Center)

• Conference: “Digitalization and Reduction of Cash Usage in the Economy”

Time: 10:00 – 11:30

• Moderator: Daniel Becker Feldman, President of the Council and General Director, Grupo Financiero Mifel.
• Panelists:
• Eswar Prasad Tolani, Senior Professor of Trade Policy at Cornell University.
• Lauren H. Cohen, Professor at Harvard Business School, expert in finance and investments.
• José Antonio Peña Merino, Head of the Agency for Digital Transformation and Telecommunications at the Federal Government.
• Conference: “Mexico and its Relationship with the United States”

Time: 11:30 – 12:15

• Moderator: Raúl Martínez-Ostos, Chairman and CEO, Barclays Mexico & LATAM.
• Panelists:
• Rafael Fernández de Castro, Director of the Mexico-U.S. Studies Center at the University of California, San Diego.
• Luis de la Calle, General Director, De la Calle, Madrazo, Mancera (CMM).
• Recess

Time: 12:15 – 12:30

• Conference: “The Importance of Institutions in the Development of Countries”

Time: 12:30 – 13:30

• Moderators: Alberto Gómez Alcalá, Director Corporate of Institutional Affairs, Grupo Financiero Banamex and Jorge Arce Gama, President of the Board of Directors and General Director, HSBC Mexico and LATAM.
• Panelist:
• James Robinson, Nobel Prize in Economics 2024.
• Recess

Time: 13:30 – 13:45

• Closing Session and Change of Presidency

Time: 13:45 (at the Convention Center)

• Message from Jesús de la Fuente Rodríguez, President of the CNBV

Time: 13:45 – 13:55

• Message from Julio Carranza Bolívar, outgoing President of the ABM

Time: 13:55 – 14:00

• Emilio Romano Mussali receives the ceremonial staff from Julio Carranza Bolívar, symbolizing the beginning of his tenure as President of the ABM

Time: 14:00 – 14:03

• Message from Emilio Romano Mussali, incoming President of the ABM

Time: 14:03 – 14:23

• Closing Message from Édgar Amador Zamora, Secretary of Fiscal and Credit Public

Time: 14:23 – 14:38

• Convention Conclusion and Time Adjustment

Time: 14:40

• Closing Lunch

Time: 15:00 – 18:00 (on the beach)

• Time Adjustment

Time: 18:00 – 19:00

• Closing Concert

Time: 19:00 – 20:30 (Grupo Matute)

Key Questions and Answers

• Who is Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo?

Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo is the Head of Government (Mayor) of Mexico City, known for her focus on sustainable development initiatives.

• What is the Banking Convention 88?

The Banking Convention 88 is a significant event for Mexico’s financial sector, promoting dialogue between banks and the government.

• Why is this year’s convention different?

This year, the convention is being held for the first time in Nuevo Nayarit instead of the traditional Acapulco location.

• Who are some notable panelists at the convention?

Panelists include Eswar Prasad Tolani, Lauren H. Cohen, José Antonio Peña Merino, Rafael Fernández de Castro, Luis de la Calle, James Robinson, and Emilio Romano Mussali.

• What topics will be discussed during the convention?

Topics include digitalization, cash usage reduction, Mexico-U.S. relations, and the importance of institutions in country development.