Corporate Governance

We are backed by good corporate practices aimed at generating trust through the integral, ethical, coordinated, and structured management of the company. These practices are focused on achieving efficiency and profitability goals, while respecting our stakeholders, promoting sustainability, and ensuring transparency in relationships with different interest groups.

In order to implement these practices, policies and guidelines have been adopted to consolidate an internal system that governs the actions of the company, particularly those of the management and administrative bodies that concern the stakeholders in general. One of the adopted policies is the Code of Ethics, which applies to both Unibán and its subsidiary companies. This code establishes procedures to prevent fraud, corruption, and bribery in the company’s operations.

Board of Directors

The role of the Board of Directors is to establish the overall policies and strategic objectives of the company. The Board has the necessary authority to instruct the execution or conclusion of any act or contract within the scope of the company’s purpose, as long as it does not fall under the jurisdiction of the General Shareholders’ Meeting. Additionally, the Board is empowered to make the necessary decisions to ensure that the company fulfills its objectives.

As part of the practices adopted in favor of Corporate Governance, the Board of Directors consists of a total of 7 principal members, including 2 independent members with high professional profiles. Additionally, Support Committees for the Board of Directors has been established that leverages the knowledge and experience of each member in order to delve into matters of great relevance to the company.

Principal Members

Juan Esteban
Álvarez Bermúdez
(Patrimonial)

Business Administrator from Universidad EAFIT. He has held managerial positions in various companies, including Agropecuaria Grupo 20 SA in the agricultural sector. He is a board member of Minera El Roble, Augura, Periódico El Mundo, Agrícola Sara Palma, and Probán. He also has experience in coaching in the banana industry, mining, and the public sector (Antioquia Governorship).

Anthony MacVean

Anthony
MacVean Gaviria
(Patrimonial)

Business Administrator with Project managing and finances experience. He has worked in administrative and finance banana production industries.

He actually works in Agropecuaria Grupo 20 S.A.

Federico Gallego
Dávila
(Equity)

CAccountant, finance specialist, and holds a Master's degree in Financial Administration as well as an Executive MBA from IE Business School. He has served as an executive in the infrastructure and agriculture sectors. He directed Camargo Correa's corporate finance in Latin America and was involved with the current Bios Group. He currently leads the Grupo Santamaría, a Colombian agro-industrial sector that is a leader in the production of bananas for export with significant investments in the port, real estate, and healthcare sectors. He is an active member of various boards of directors of agro-industrial and healthcare companies.

Gaudy
Silva R.
(Patrimonial)

Lawyer, member of boards of directors of companies such as Agrícola Sara Palma S.A and Augura. Currently he in charge of the legal department at Grupo Central.

José Antonio
Gómez Bazán
(Independent)

Industrial Engineer and Business Administrator from the University of Lima. MBA from INCAE, Master's in Finance, and Advanced Management Program from Harvard Business School. Over 25 years of professional experience, with a focus on the agro-industrial sector and international trade in roles such as Managing Director and General Manager for North America. Extensive experience in the food industry, supply chain, and international trade. Member of the Board of Directors of the United Fresh Produce Association, member of the World Avocado Organization, the Peruvian Avocado Commission, and alternate member of the Hass Avocado Board. Currently serving as the International General Manager at Camposol in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA. Previously held various positions at Chiquita Brands International.

Juan Antonio
Rivas Mallarino
(Independent)

Economist from Princeton University, with a specialization in management from the Free University of Brussels, a Master's degree in Economics, and a PhD candidate at the University of Pennsylvania. Senior executive with over 30 years of local and international experience, with a strong background in finance and business development, leading operations as a General Manager and Business Unit Director since 1993. Demonstrated track record in the food, beverage, and commodity industry. Skilled in business development, negotiation, strategic planning, international business, market analysis, and international trade. Currently serving as the Global Head of Sustainability and Business Development for Olam International Limited since 2020. Joined the organization as the Regional Head for Mexico and Central America. Previously worked for Kraft Foods.

Management Team

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Shareholders

C.I. Unibán S.A. is a private limited company that currently has a total of 118 shareholders, the vast majority of whom are Colombian nationals. In accordance with articles 260 and 261 of the Commercial Code, the company is not subject to the control of any individual or legal entity.

Some interesting facts:


1. More than 90% of the shareholding belongs to banana producers associated with the company.

2. 49.15% of the shareholders are legal entities.

3. The total number of subscribed shares in circulation is 99,531,707.

Control mechanisms

The company has internal and external control mechanisms that ensure strict compliance with applicable legal and statutory regulations, as well as the decisions of its governing bodies.

Internal control mechanisms include the Internal Audit and Compliance departments.

Currently, KPMG S.A.S. is responsible for conducting the statutory audits of Unibán and its subsidiaries.

Additionally, Unibán holds various security certifications, which support and guarantee that our operations are conducted in accordance with the highest standards in the field.

The main entities that regulate
our operations

See statutes

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