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Champion sustainable development and foster innovation within the digital asset ecosystem in El Salvador. We are committed to establishing a robust regulatory framework that ensures security, transparency, and trust for all participants in the market. Through this, we aim to promote financial inclusion and drive economic growth across the country.
Be recognized nationally and internationally as a leading institution in the regulation and supervision of digital assets, contributing to the positioning of El Salvador as a benchmark in the adoption and use of innovative financial technologies, for the benefit of the population and economic development.
Act ethically and transparently in all our actions, ensuring equity in our decision making process.
Work jointly with key ecosystem stakeholders, including users, companies, financial institutions and regulators, to achieve common goals and strengthen the regulatory framework.
Encourage the adoption of cutting-edge technologies and practices in the digital asset sector, promoting continuous improvement and responsiveness to change.
Promote the active participation of all sectors of society in the digital economy, reducing barriers to ensure equal access and opportunities.
Ensure compliance with established rules and regulations, ensuring the protection of users and the stability of the financial system.
Ensure access to accurate, timely and relevant information, while promoting informed decision-making by users and ecosystem stakeholders.
Board of Directors
President & Chief Executive Officer
Commissioner appointed by the President of the Republic
Director Secretary
Commissioner appointed by the Ministry of Economy
Managing Director
Commissioner appointed by the Secretary of Commerce and InvestmentsSC
Juan Carlos has experience consulting on complex challenges in a variety of industries and sectors. He specializes in governance, strategic management, entrepreneurship, emerging technology, energy, mining industry and blockchain technology. Passionate about education and entrepreneurship, he studied mining engineering at Laurentian University and holds a BSc in Physics and Mathematics and a second BSc in Computer Science. After 15 years at the helm of a top consulting firm he took a break and studied at Harvard acquiring a Masters in Management. In 2015 he won first place in one of Harvard’s most competitive challenges, the real estate investment challenge with more than 120 participants. He is currently pursuing a PhD in international economics in Russia.
In relation to his humanitarian activity, at the age of 21, he helped raise over $3 million to rebuild a village in his home country of El Salvador. Since then, he has spent one month every year volunteering and helping to improve the lives of others in Canada and around the world.
Bilingual lawyer and notary with over a decade of experience in overseeing the Financial System, combining deep legal expertise with a strategic vision of the sector. Currently pursuing a Postgraduate Degree in Crypto, Blockchain & Decentralized Finance at the University of CEMA in Argentina, he is strengthening his knowledge of digital assets and financial innovation. His career includes over 15 years in university teaching, training future professionals in key areas of law, technology, and finance.
With an interdisciplinary approach, he masters legal, technological, accounting, and financial tools, enabling him to effectively assume executive roles related to development and innovation in the financial sector. Certified and specialized in Fintech by the University of Cambridge, with experience in financial technologies and their application in global markets, he contributes his expertise to the implementation of technological solutions in both local and international markets, driving the sector’s transformation. His ability to integrate regulation and technology positions him as a key figure in the evolution of the modern financial ecosystem.
Lawyer and notary with 12 years of experience in the private financial sector, providing legal advisory services to companies in Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, and Brazil. Currently pursuing a Postgraduate Degree in Crypto, Blockchain & Decentralized Finance at the University of CEMA in Argentina, his career includes extensive knowledge in Corporate Governance, financial regulation, and the application of international standards, ensuring the operational efficiency of entities within the sector.
He has actively participated in drafting key regulations, being part of the private sector advisory board for the proposal of the mandatory insurance law. His academic background includes a Master’s Degree in Insurance Management awarded by Fundación MAPFRE and the University of Salamanca. In addition to Spanish, he is fluent in English and Portuguese, facilitating his work in international markets. His experience, strategic vision, and expertise in regulatory frameworks make him a key ally for companies seeking to strengthen their financial and operational structure in highly regulated environments.