Gislaine Balbinot Executive Director of the Associação Brasileira do Agronegócio (ABAG), Member of GPS / Brazil
She currently serves as Executive Director of the Brazilian Agribusiness Association (ABAG). In this role, she participates in defining and implementing institutional strategies, manages engagement with authorities, members, companies, industry associations, and national and international partners, and works to shape positions on issues relevant to the sustainable and competitive development of Brazilian agribusiness.
Their work also encompasses institutional relations, advocacy, strategic communication, governance, planning, team management, and engagement with the press and key sector leaders. A defining characteristic is the ability to connect different links in the agribusiness value chain, foster dialogue, and build bridges among producers, companies, organizations, the government, and society.
It also pays special attention to strengthening female leadership in agribusiness, supporting initiatives that expand women's participation and visibility in decision-making roles and contribute to a sector that is increasingly diverse, innovative, and prepared for future challenges.
With strong ties to her agricultural roots and extensive experience in relationship-building within the Brazilian agribusiness sector, Gislaine Balbinot works to bring people, organizations, and ideas together, contributing to the sector's institutional strengthening and the development of a positive agenda for Brazilian agriculture—both domestically and on the international stage.
She joined the Associação Brasileira do Agronegócio (ABAG) in 2009, where he/she served as Communications Manager.
Throughout her career, he has managed communications and institutional relations for companies and organizations linked to agribusiness, in addition to gaining experience in the public sector and with rural producer representative bodies.
He began his career in television and radio.
She holds a degree in Social Communication and a postgraduate qualification in Environmental Management.
An executive with over 20 years of experience in communications, institutional relations, and strategic management, she has built a career dedicated to strengthening, representing, and enhancing the value of Brazilian agribusiness. Originally from Rio Grande do Sul, she developed her professional background through extensive experience in the agro-industrial sector, industry associations, and institutional engagement with diverse segments of society.