ISECS Appoints Juan Carlos Medrano Castro as Board Director and Regional Ambassador for South America
Renowned Trade Compliance Expert to Spearhead ISECS Expansion into Central and South American Markets
The International Sanctions and Export Control Society (ISECS), the leading organization dedicated to the mastery of sanctions and export controls, today announced the appointment of Juan Carlos Medrano Castro as Board Director and Regional Ambassador for South America. In this dual role, Mr. Medrano Castro will drive ISECS’ strategic expansion across Central and South American countries while serving as a key member of the ISECS Board of Directors.
As highly respected authority in global trade compliance, Mr. Medrano Castro brings over 25 years of experience working with multinational companies, governments, and international organizations on export control and sanctions matters. He has held leadership positions at financial institutions across the Americas and he serves as an advisor on the Bank Secrecy Act, AML, and OFAC regulations for financial institutions in the United States, Puerto Rico, and Latin America.
“We are thrilled to welcome Juan Carlos to the ISECS leadership team during this exciting phase of growth for our organization,” said Stephen Wilcox, Founder and Chair of ISECS.
“His extensive expertise and deep understanding of the regional compliance landscape will be invaluable as we work to establish a robust ISECS presence in Central and South America.”
As ISECS Regional Ambassador, Mr. Medrano Castro will focus on strengthening collaboration between industry, government, and the compliance community across various countries in the region. A key priority will be ensuring access to ISECS’ world-class training programs, many of which are being launched in Spanish for the first time.
“I am honored to join ISECS and play a pivotal role in furthering its mission of promoting global trade compliance excellence,” said Mr. Medrano Castro. “By fostering greater cooperation and knowledge-sharing, we can elevate standards, reduce risk, and create immense value for organizations navigating the complex world of export controls and sanctions in the Americas.”
ISECS’ expansion into Central and South America underscores the organization’s commitment to serving the preeminent global hub for trade compliance professionals worldwide. With Mr. Medrano Castro’s leadership, ISECS aims to empower regional stakeholders with the essential knowledge and best practices to maintain robust, effective compliance programs.
FOR INFORMATION AND COMMENTS CONTACT
C.E.O. Kristiina Helenius, +1 202 365 9174 kristiina.helenius@internationalsanctionssociety.org
ABOUT ISECS
The International Sanctions and Export Control Society (ISECS) is the only non-profit trade association providing a holistic approach to compliance with sanctions and export controls worldwide bringing together global industry leaders, government regulatory and enforcement officials, and compliance professionals. Through its extensive training programs, events, and knowledge-sharing platforms, Washington, DC-based ISECS equips organizations and individuals with the expertise needed to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of international trade regulations. With members spanning over 20 countries, ISECS is at the forefront of promoting compliance excellence worldwide.
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