GC Summit Colombia 2026 is a premier gathering for in-house counsel in Colombia, organized by Legal 500. Held annually in Bogotá, the summit convenes the nation's leading corporate legal professionals to discuss and shape the future of the Colombian legal market through collaborative and insightful sessions.
The event covers a range of critical topics, including taxation, compliance, corporate governance, ethical dilemmas, and rapidly evolving regulations. These subjects are addressed as practical challenges, with discussions focusing on strategies for legal teams to navigate Colombia's complex tax landscape and uphold ethical standards in demanding business environments.
Attendees benefit from a dynamic mix of perspectives, engaging with in-house lawyers, private-practice experts, industry specialists, and business leaders. The summit fosters candid conversations, experience sharing, and the formation of new partnerships, providing a comprehensive snapshot of Colombia's energetic and forward-looking legal ecosystem.
GC Summit Colombia is designed for in-house counsel and legal professionals seeking to stay ahead of legal developments, enhance their strategic roles within corporations, and contribute to the evolution of legal leadership in Colombia.
Speakers(15)
Bayardo Rafael Poveda
Partner at ECIJA GPA
Bayardo Poveda is a Partner at ECIJA GPA with extensive experience in the energy and hydrocarbons sectors, as well as in mergers and acquisitions, project finance, and investment transactions.
Carlos Felipe Payan Rodriguez
Corporate and Legal Counsel at Avaya Communication de Colombia
Carlos Felipe Payan Rodriguez is the Corporate and Legal Counsel at Avaya for Mexico, the Andean Region, and the Caribbean and Central America, where he also coordinates the compliance unit for Colombia.
Daniel García Piñeros
Managing Partner at Gamboa, García, Roldán & Co.
Daniel García Piñeros is the Managing Partner of Gamboa, García, Roldán & Co., bringing over 20 years of experience advising both local and international clients, leading the firm's Corporate Law practice.
Danilo Romero Raad
Partner at Holland & Knight
Danilo Romero is a litigation attorney in Holland & Knight’s Bogotá office, focusing on competition and antitrust litigation, intellectual property, consumer protection law, copyright and data protection, and media and entertainment law.
Felipe Abril
Senior Legal Counsel at inDrive
Felipe Abril is the Senior Legal Counsel for Latin America at inDrive, where he has extensive experience managing legal operations, regulatory compliance, and business expansion across the region.
Juan Ignacio Gamboa
Partner at Gamboa, García, Roldán & Co.
Juan Ignacio Gamboa brings 25 years of experience advising domestic and international clients on civil, commercial, administrative law, and dispute resolution.
Juan Sebastian Niño
Vice President of Corporate Affairs and General Counsel at Alianza Team
Juan Sebastian Niño is the Vice President of Corporate Affairs at Alianza Team, a Colombian-origin company and a leader in lipid science and technology, with operations in Colombia, Chile, Mexico, and the United States.
Laura Jaramillo Franco
Head of Law, Patents and Compliance Andean, Caribbean and Central America at Bayer Colombia
Laura Jaramillo Franco is a passionate and results-oriented legal executive with over 13 years of experience driving legal innovation across top law firms and in-house environments.
Lauren Vargas
Corporate Legal Manager at Grupo Rica
With more than 14 years of experience, Lauren T. Vargas Sarmiento is a corporate and regulatory law professional specializing in corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and intellectual property.
Magda Morales
Legal Manager Andean Cluster & Data Protection Manager at Kuehne + Nagel
Magda Morales is an in-house lawyer with experience in data protection matters, commercial advisory, and regulatory analysis, providing legal guidance on contracts and complex operational topics.
Margherita Birri
Research Editor at Legal 500
Margherita Birri is a Research Editor at Legal 500.
Montserrat Viñals Prestol
Senior Associate at Pellerano & Herrera
With a career spanning more than 16 years, Montserrat Viñals Prestol is a powerhouse in corporate and tax law, having been a key advisor in major cross-border mergers, acquisitions, and strategic tax planning for global clients.
Natalia Gutierrez De Larrauri
Legal Director at Avianca
Natalia Gutierrez de Larrauri is the Legal Director of Avianca since 2021, with a background in corporate law, M&A, and financing, leading an interdisciplinary team of over 30 people.
Vicente Umaña Carrizosa
Partner – Labour & Immigration at Posse Herrera Ruiz
Vicente Umaña Carrizosa is a partner with extensive legal and business experience in managing corporate labor relations both in Colombia and the Latam region, including developing and implementing labor legal strategies for corporations.
Ximena Aguirre
Senior Counsel North Region at Dow Química Mexicana
Ximena Aguirre serves as Senior Counsel for the North Region at Dow Química Mexicana.
Event Details
- Date
- February 4, 2026
- Location
- 🇨🇴 Bogota, Colombia
- Grand Hyatt Bogota
- Audience
- In-house counsel and legal professionals