IFC appoints Elizabeth Martínez de Marcano as Regional Director for Colombia, Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, has appointed Elizabeth Martínez de Marcano as IFC’s Regional director for Colombia, Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean, where she will oversee investments and advisory projects focused on promoting inclusion, productivity and sustainability.

With extensive experience in the banking sector, Martínez de Marcano served for several years in different management positions at the Development Bank of Latin America (CAF), where she headed the Private Equity and Private Risk Investments department. He also held senior positions at JP Morgan and Banamex, where he headed Corporate Banking, Structured Finance, and Hispanic Markets divisions, among others.

“Investment and mobilization of private capital are essential conditions for development. IFC is committed to support the private sector in the region driving growth in three key areas: inclusion, sustainability, and productivity. I proudly assume this new opportunity to generate impact and contribute to build a better future for Colombia, Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean,” said Martínez de Marcano.

In the academic field, Martínez de Marcano studied Computer Science Engineering in the Instituto Tecnológico de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey (ITESM) and holds an MBA from the University of Texas. Before taking office, Martinez Marcano served as IFC’s Manager for the Andean Region.

About IFC
IFC — a member of the World Bank Group — is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2022, IFC committed a record $32.8 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity as economies grapple with the impacts of global compounding crises. For more information, visit www.ifc.org.