Carlos Loret de Mola is a geologist with mining and environmental experience. Has worked with local and regional authorities and also with indigenous leaders. He has ample knowledge of the history, culture, diversity and idiosyncrasy of Latin America. Has designed several projects with a keen interest in issues related to social responsibility, good environmental practices, conflict resolution, stakeholders engagement  and sustainable development. He served as Vice Minister of Territorial Development at the Office of the Prime Minister of Peru. He was the head of the Nacional Enviroment Authority CONAM 2002-2006. Since 2018, he is the President of ANDES, a civil association focused on agricultural development and conservation, and currently running the Potato Park in Pisac, Cusco, Peru.

Carlos Loret de Mola moderated Panel 3: Biodiversity as a Driver for Competitiveness and Business Development at the Agrobiodiversity Symposium on Day 2 of the Food Forever Experience Cusco.