XXVIII General Assembly in São Paulo, Brazil
This annual assembly of the Americas` Central Securities Depository Association (ACSDA), will be hosted in 2026 by B3 S.A. – Brasil, Bolsa, Balcão, and will be held on March 18, 19 and 20 in São Paulo, Brazil at the Pullman São Paulo Ibirapuera. It will bring together CSDs from the Americas and South Africa, as well as colleagues from the global securities industry.
18-20
03
10+
Great reasons to attend
Industry experts
Network and share experiences with CSD colleagues from the Americas and around the world to enhance information exchange
Talks
Get insights from key presentations on the most relevant subjects facing the Central Securities Depository (CSD) community today.
Expert Panel with Q&A
Expert panels and Q&A sessions offer deep dives into emerging opportunities and critical trends in CSDs.
Program
ACSDA Executive Committee
RDC Room, 7th Floor, Praça Building, B3
ACSDA Official General Assembly
Arena B3, 3rd Basement, Praça Building, B3
Bus from the Pullman hotel reception at 10:00
Lunch
Dona Deôla restaurant in B3
Bus from the Pullman hotel reception at 12:00
B3 Tour
Operation Center, 3rd floor, Praça Building, B3 | MUB3, Mezzanine, XV Building, B3
Bus from the Pullman hotel reception at 14:00
Bell Ringing
Espaço B3, Ground Floor, XV Building, B3
Bus from the Pullman hotel reception at 16:00
Welcome Reception
Espaço B3, Ground Floor, XV Building, B3
Bus to the Pullman hotel
Panel: Tokenization / Digitization of assets / Stablecoins and Crypto currencies
Moderator
• Fabio Silva, MD Technology, B3
Panelists
• Nathalia Teofilo, Vice President Sales & Relationship Management – Americas, Clearstream Banking S.A.
• Jørgen Ouaknine, Global Head of Innovation and Digital Assets, Euroclear
• Thomas Trepanier, Head of Business Development, Americas, B2C2 USA
• Jorge Antolinez, Chief Business OSicer, IOBuilders
• Bruno Almeida, Head of Digital Assets and AI, IntellectEU
• Sophia Lopez, President and Founder, Kaleido
Panel: Evolution of technology platforms: Current trends
Moderator
• Florencia Raspini, Director of Post-Trade Solutions, Platforms and Channels, BMV
Panelists
• Miguel Espinoza, Head of Capital Markets, Montran
– (Virtual)
• Gerard Smith, Head of Product Strategy – Post Trade, Nasdaq
• Chris Richardson, CEO, Percival Software
• Henrik Rouet-Leduc, Project Manager/Partner, Vermiculus Financial Technology AB
Swift: Building the Future Fabric of Securities: Modernization, Tokenization & the Power of Standards
• Mario Medina, Country Manager Mexico, Swift
• Dana Brants, Global Head of Standards, Swift
• Tracy Chou, Director of Global Securities, Americas and UK, Swift
• Gregory Rodeheaver, Head of Sales and Relationship Management, Americas at Clearstream
Lunch
Brazilian Market Presentation
Fernanda Guardado, Chief economist, BNP Paribas
B3 Journey
B3 will share new direct services and experiences for end individual investors and data-driven products
• Carlos Alcantara, MD CSD, Clearing and OTC Operation, B3
• Felipe Paiva, MD Client Relationship, B3
• Rogerio Santana, MD of Client Relations, B3
ISSA Update - Corporate Actions
William Hodash, Working Group Director, ISSA
Ann Marie Bria, Co-Chair of the Asset Services WG, and Managing Director, Head of Asset Servicing Operations, DTCC
Panel: Regionalization
Moderator
• Ana Giraldo, Chief Risk Officer, Thomas Murray
Panelists
• Andres Restrepo Montoya, General Manager BVC, Corporate Manager, Markets, NUAM
• Manuel Batista, VP Finance and Innovation Strategy, Latinex
• Kevin Sampson, President, CDS
• Gregory Naicker, Head of CSD Services, Strate
Gala Dinner
Panel: Operational Resilience, Cybersecurity, Technological Risks
Moderator
• Christian Khatchikian, General Secretary, FIAB
Panelists
• Beverley Furman, Head of Operations and Change, Strate
• Denis Hirano, Head of Information Security, BNP Paribas
• Juan Elias, Client Engagement Global Lead in Cyber Security and Quantum Computing, SWIFT
• Amir Chini Foroushan, VP - Post-Trade Product & Engineering, Nasdaq
• Alex Mirarchi, Head of BD for Exchanges, Infrastructure and Trading, AWS
Address: Geopolitical uncertainy and impacts on Capital Markets
Ana Giraldo, Chief Risk Officer, Thomas Murray
Application of artificial intelligence in Central Depository processes and its impact on market infrastructure. Scale vs subscale
Moderator
• Julio Nagay – Country Manager Brazil, Swift
Panelists
• Gregory Rodeheaver Head of Sales and Relationship Management, Americas, Clearstream Banking S.A.
• Rudi Fernandez Michiels, Head of Relationship Management Americas, Euroclear
• Mauricio Trujillo, Regional Engineering Department Manager, Montran
• Miguel Hernandez, Technology Advisor, BMV
Leadership Panel: Discussion of Industry Trends and Tendencies
Moderator
• Alejandro Berney, ACSDA President
Panelists
• Tal Cohen, President, Nasdaq – (Virtual)
• Bernard Ferran, Managing Director, Group Chief Commercial OSicer, Euroclear
• Gilson Finkelsztain, CEO, B3 Brazil
• Roberto Gonzalez, CEO Post-trade, BMV Mexico
• Kevin Sampson, President, CDS Canada
Closing Remarks, WFC 2027 and ACSDA 2027 General Assembly location, and Farewell
Registration
See you soon in São Paulo, Brazil!
Unfortunately, the Hotel Pullman is now fully booked for our event. Please contact any of the following nearby hotels to arrange your stay:
Grand Mercure São Paulo Ibirapuera
Tivoli Mofarrej
InterContinental São Paulo
Renaissance São Paulo Hotel
Please also note that on the first day, transportation will be provided from the Pullman Hotel to B3. Be sure to be at the Pullman Hotel at one of the scheduled times to catch the transport (see the agenda above for details).
General Information and Logistics
Book your hotel room
Unfortunately, the Hotel Pullman is now fully booked for our event. Please contact any of the following nearby hotels to arrange your stay:
Grand Mercure São Paulo Ibirapuera
Tivoli Mofarrej
InterContinental São Paulo
Renaissance São Paulo Hotel
Please also note that on the first day, transportation will be provided from the Pullman Hotel to B3. Be sure to be at the Pullman Hotel at one of the scheduled times to catch the transport (see the agenda above for details).
Safe Airport Transfer
For a safe and comfortable transfer from São Paulo Airport to the Pullman Ibirapuera Hotel, we recommend contacting Go Aura. This company offers bilingual service in English and Portuguese, guaranteeing a smooth and reliable experience.
Book your private transportation in advance to enjoy peace of mind and punctuality upon arrival.
For more information or to make a reservation, visit:
About São Paulo, Brazil
São Paulo, the largest city in Brazil, is a dynamic historical, cultural, and financial hub.
Founded in 1554, it is known as the "City That Never Sleeps" and serves as the economic engine of Latin America, housing the B3 stock exchange and numerous multinational companies.
The city stands out for its rich cultural life, with museums like MASP and a vibrant gastronomic scene that reflects its diversity.
Additionally, São Paulo is an important meeting point for events and conferences, connecting visitors from around the world.
São Paulo combines history, culture, and modernity in a constantly evolving metropolis.
Essential Facts
Capital: Brasília
Total area of the country: Approximately 8,515,767 km²
Population: Approximately 213 million inhabitants (2021)
Official language: Portuguese
Currency: Brazilian Real (BRL)
Time zone: UTC-3.
Important cities:
Rio de Janeiro: Known for its iconic beaches like Copacabana and Ipanema and the famous Carnival.
Salvador: Recognized for its rich Afro-Brazilian heritage and vibrant music and dance.
Weather
In March 2026, São Paulo will experience typically warm and humid weather, with temperatures ranging from 18°C to 28°C.
This month marks the end of summer in the region and is part of the rainy season, so occasional showers are likely. Attendees of outdoor events and activities should be prepared for the possibility of rain and consider wearing light and comfortable clothing for the heat. As the date approaches, it is recommended to check updated weather forecasts for proper planning
