Hernan Forte

Hernán Ariel Forte is a seasoned business executive currently serving as the Country Chief Executive for Argentina at Bureau Veritas Group. He has extensive experience in various industries, including agribusiness, steel, and testing, inspection, and certification (TIC).

Professional Background

Forte has held significant leadership roles in several multinational corporations. His previous positions include:

• Senior Commercial Operations Director at Indigo
• CEO for Brazil and Paraguay Seeds at Nidera-COFCO Group
• CEO for Brazil Seeds and Global Commercial Director for Seeds at Nidera
• Various roles at Acindar - Arcelor Group, including Corporate Strategy Analyst and Plant Manager.

His expertise lies in structuring and managing teams, driving strategic business growth, and leading business transformations. He has successfully negotiated with major multinational companies such as Monsanto, Dow, and Syngenta.

Education

Forte holds an International MBA from IMD Lausanne, Switzerland, an MBA from IDEA in Argentina, and a Master’s of Science in Industrial Engineering from the University of Buenos Aires. He is fluent in Spanish, English, and Portuguese, with a focus on South American markets.

Skills and Expertise

His skill set includes:

• Leadership and team management
• Strategic business development
• Negotiation and turnaround management
• Deep knowledge of agribusiness and steel industries

Forte's diverse background and leadership experience position him as a key figure in driving Bureau Veritas' operations and strategic initiatives in Argentina.1