DAVINCI Trusted Partner specializes in the independent distribution of investment funds for the Latin American market.

Our main focus is on global consulting for intermediary clients, providing them with access to the best investment solutions available in the market.

We are distributors of leading global mutual fund management companies and have a team of specialists with a proven track record in the region.

We have in-depth knowledge of the regulatory and legal framework in all Latin American countries where we carry out mutual fund distribution.

The expertise, professionalism and strength of our team, together with investment solutions from global fund managers, make DAVINCI your most reliable partner.

Our pillars

  • A team with expertise and commitment in advice and distribution of mutual funds
  • Strong strategic alliances
  • A philosophy based on service and closeness with our clients.

What we do

Our platform is designed to provide support and service to the intermediary client segment in Latin America, among which the following stand out:

  • Independent financial advisors
  • Private banking financial advisors
  • Broker dealers
  • Family offices
  • Funds of funds
  • Local and regional financial institutions
  • Local and international banks
  • Wealth managers

Our brand’s DNA

The DAVINCI logo is inspired by the figure known as the «Rhombicuboctahedron» created by Leonardo Da Vinci for the book «The Divine Proportion» by Luca Pacioli in 1509.

An exclusive, carefully designed piece of perfect proportions that reflects the quality of the service provided to the client. The shades of blue and its diamond-like shape convey value, exclusivity and elegance.

Our Team

Santiago Queirolo

Managing Director / Uruguay 

Mr. Queirolo founding Partner and Director of Davinci Trusted Partner. He is currently responsible for the distribution of Allianz GI funds for Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay, and Jupiter Asset Management for Latin America, serving clients from private banks, regional banks, family offices, brokerage firms, investment brokers and independent financial advisors, among others. Santiago has over 20 years of experience in the industry.

Prior to DAVINCI Trusted Partner, Santiago worked 9 years as Partner & Head of Intermediaries for Latin America at Compass Group. Previously, he was Sales Manager for Latin America at Aiva-Skandia for 10 years, and in the beginning of his career, he was Private Banking Assistant at Bank Boston in Uruguay.

Mr. Queirolo has a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the Universidad de la República in Uruguay and received a certificate from the Securities and Investment Institute in London.

James Whitelaw

Managing Director | Uruguay

James Whitelaw is a founding Partner and Director of DAVINCI Trusted Partner. He is currently responsible for the distribution of Allianz GI funds for Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay, and Jupiter Asset Management for Latin America, serving clients from private banking, regional banks, family offices, stock exchanges, investment brokers and independent financial advisors. James has over 20 years of experience in the industry.

Prior to DAVINCI Trusted Partner, James worked for 13 years at Franklin Templeton, Vice President – Senior Sales Executive, where he was in charge of the promotion of Franklin Templeton Offshore products in South America excluding Brazil. Previously, he was Sales Manager for Latin America at Aiva-Skandia for 7 years, and in the beginning of his career, he worked as a money and investment desk assistant at BBVA in Argentina.

James holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the Universidad de la República in Uruguay and a certificate from the Securities and Investment Institute in London.

Federico Vilaseca

Country Head Brazil

Federico has been working in the financial industry since 2011. He is currently DAVINCI’s Sales Manager for Brazil, responsible for the distribution of Jupiter Asset Management funds for the Brazilian retail market.

Previously he worked for 8 years in the Uruguayan subsidiary of Banque Heritage as Relationship Manager of Private and Corporate Banking for high-net-worth Brazilian clients. Practically all his professional experience is focused on the Brazilian market.

He is a Uruguayan citizen, graduated as a Certified Public Accountant from the University of Montevideo in 2013 and holds a Certificate in Financial Investment Techniques from the ISEDE business school at the Universidad Católica del Uruguay.

Esteban Morgan

Country Head Argentina

Esteban holds an Economic degree from Universidad Torcuato Di Tella, and in 2018 he approved the master’s in finance courses from the same university. In 2019 he performed satisfactorily the Level 1 exam from the CFA Program.

With more than 8 years’ experience in the financial sector, Esteban started his career in the Portfolio Personal’s commercial team (PPI). Prior to DAVINCI Trusted Partner, he worked as a Vice President in the Santander Argentina Investment Banking team participating in the execution of multiple structured finance transactions including syndicated loans, debt capital markets issuances, export & agency finance loans and corporate finance for main banks clients regionally.

In 2021 he was appointed as responsible for leading Sustainable Financing alternatives, advising clients in green loans certification and compliance with ESG standards.

Candelaria Gonzalez

Sales Representative

Candelaria holds an Economics degree from Torcuato Di Tella University. In 2023, she passed Level I of the CFA program.

She has 2 years of experience in the financial sector, having worked as Client Portfolio Manager Assistant and later as Client Portfolio Manager at Delta Asset Management in Argentina.

Ignacio Iraola

Business Development & Product Specialist

AIgnacio is a Certified Public Accountant graduated from the Universidad de la República del Uruguay. In 2022 he completed his MBA at the Universidad Torcuato Di Tella in Argentina.

He has 10 years of experience in the Accounting and Financial area in different firms. Prior to joining DAVINCI he was part of the Aiva team as Quality Business Executive for 3 years, providing services to a broad client portfolio from different Latin American countries.

Agustina Bravo

Sales Representative Chile & Brazil

Agustina Bravo works as Sales Representative for Chile and Brazil at DAVINCI Trusted Partner. In 2020 she started her career in the financial sector, carrying out various internships. In that same year she started at UBS; in 2022 she then joined Aiva, and in June 2022, DAVINCI Trusted Partner called her to be part of its team.

Agustina has a degree in Business Management and Administration from the University of Montevideo, along with a Diploma in Finance, Marketing and Advanced Portuguese. She also has a Postgraduate degree in Investment Portfolio Management, also obtained from the University of Montevideo.

Manuel Pino

Sales Representative Uruguay

Manuel Pino works as a Sales Representative at DAVINCI Trusted Partner, where he focuses on commercial strategy and client relationship management to strengthen the company’s reach. His career in the financial sector began in 2022 at Balanz, where he served as a Financial Advisor Assistant and later as a Junior Financial Advisor, gaining experience in wealth management.

In 2024, he transitioned to Asset Management as a Sales Analyst at Moneda Asset Management, responsible for sales analysis and designing commercial strategies.
Currently, Manuel is in his fourth year of the Bachelor’s Degree in Digital Business at ORT University Uruguay.

Facundo Supparo

Market Intelligence Manager

Facundo currently serves as Market Intelligence Manager, responsible for providing product and market analysis to identify the best opportunities for clients and offer support. With 5 years of experience in the financial sector, he began at Trafigura as a risk analyst in the Deals Desk area, then moved on to LATAM Consultus as a mutual funds and alternative instruments analyst, providing support to independent financial advisors. 

Facundo holds a degree in Economics with a specialization in data and econometrics. Additionally, he has a certification from iCapital & CAIA Association in alternative products.

Florencia Berro

Legal & Compliance | Uruguay

Florencia is a lawyer with more than 15 years of experience, having focused her practice in the financial and corporate areas. Prior to DAVINCI, she worked at renowned law firms in Uruguay, among others as a senior lawyer at Bragard, as well as in the «Corporate and Banking» department of Guyer & Regules.

Her experience includes providing ongoing advice to securities market participants, and she also has extensive experience in regulatory matters. Recognized by prestigious international publications such as «Legal 500», «Latin Lawyer» and «Chambers & Partners, Latin America» for her performance in the Banking and Finance, Project Finance and Corporate/M&A sectors. Award-winning and invited lecturer by the Central Bank of Uruguay for research related to securities intermediaries. She has been a speaker at several events and author of publications related to her fields of practice.

Elena Gari

Compliance Officer Uruguay

Elena graduated from the University of Montevideo in the year 2003 with a degree in Business Management and Administration. With more than 12 years’ experience in the financial industry, Elena worked previously in the Financial Advisory Center of Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner and Smith, and afterwards Bank of America as the Operations and Compliance Manager.

Currently Elena is responsible for being DAVINCI Trusted Partner Compliance Officer.