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Abicab

The Brazilian Association of the Chocolate, Peanut and Candy Industry (Abicab) is the active and representative voice of the country’s leading manufacturers in these segments. Founded in 1957, Abicab leads the defense of the sector’s interests with commitment and responsibility.

It represents 92% of the chocolate sector, 62% of the peanut industry and 68% of the candy & gummies market, and plays a strategic role in connecting companies, government and society through joint work on public policies, regulations and initiatives that directly impact the industry.

Our work goes beyond institutional representation. We promote responsible consumption, food safety, compliance with legislation and the strengthening of competitiveness within the Brazilian industry. With a strong presence in Brazil and ongoing dialogue with international organizations, Abicab drives innovation, encourages the modernization of the production chain and promotes sustainable development. We are a leading institution committed to the solid and responsible growth of an industry that moves the country.

Board 2024-2027

Abicab’s board is composed of twelve Directors and an Executive President. Each of them plays an essential role in shaping our journey, contributing experience, strategic vision and a strong commitment to the values that define us.
Through the collective and dedicated work of this leadership, we are able to build a solid framework and make meaningful, well-informed decisions.

Jaime Recena

Presidente Executivo Abicab

Primeiro Vice-Presidente

Ferrero

Thales Giraldo

Vice-Presidente Tesoureiro

Harald

Anderson Freire

Vice-Presidente

Arcor

Bruno Scarpa

Vice-Presidente

Barry Callebaut

Tuta Aquino

Vice-Presidente

Bean to bar

Daniel Roque

Vice-Presidente

Cacau Show

Robson Pereira

Vice-Presidente

Coplana

Felipe Salomão

Vice-Presidente

Garoto

Natalie D’Urso

Vice-Presidente

Hersheys

Rodrigo Santini

Vice-Presidente

Mars

Daniela Teixeira

Vice-Presidente

Mondelez

João Ramalho

Vice-Presidente

Nestlé

Leadership

Luís
Oliveira

Executive
Director

Cristina
IIzuka

Marketing &
Communications

Maria Luiza
Camargo

Government and
Regulatory Affairs

Rafaela
Amorim

Finance, Tax and
Legal Affairs

Committees

Abicab’s committees are collaborative spaces that bring together the technical teams from each area, committed to jointly building proactive and strategic actions for the sector.

Responsible Production Chain

Foreign Trade

Communications

Legal Affairs

Government Relations

Technical & Regulatory Affairs

Tax Affairs

Member Companies

Our members play a fundamental role for Abicab. They are strategic partners in building relevant agendas, enabling projects and strengthening initiatives aligned with the sector. Abicab works collaboratively, ensuring that everyone is represented and heard through ongoing dialogue and a commitment to collective development.