Riding the swells of business risk, where customer defaults and market volatility can challenge even the most seasoned of managers, requires a steadfast partner. Coface, a global leader in credit risk management, helps businesses across the globe proactively monitor and navigate risk through our unique data insights and underwriting expertise to enable smarter business decisions and business growth.
In Q1 2024, the global economy improves slightly from previous years marked by pandemic, Russia-Ukraine conflict, and US banking crisis. However, U.S. activity slows down, with emerging countries driving growth. Global economic, social, and political risks persist, including the dissolution of the French National Assembly. Consequently, Coface adjusts assessments for 5 countries and 26 sectors, indicating short-term positive outlook only.
Manuel Arevalo joins Coface North America today as the new Country Manager for Mexico. A veteran of the risk and credit management industry, including fifteen years as Country Manager for Coface Colombia, Manuel is known as a trusted leader with expertise growing and strengthening operations.
Coface announced today the appointment of Paul Gentile as Head of Business Information and Amarylis (Lily) Perez as Head of Account Management (Customer Success) & Operations for Business Information for the North America Region (NAR).
At Coface, corporate social responsibility (CSR) isn’t a buzzword – it’s woven into every aspect of our company. “Whether it's fostering diversity and inclusion or being stewards for the environment, corporate responsibility is just good business," says Oscar Villalonga, CEO of the North American Region (NAR). "By making equity and sustainability a part of our overall corporate strategy, we are a more responsible employer, insurer, and business partner to our clients. We’re also positively contributing to the lives of our employees and communities."