International Social Capital Association

Chilean Social Capital Circle presents: Balloon Latam

Join Balloon Latam's team to learn about how their experience building Social Capital among rural communities in Chile! Join Balloon Latam’s leadership team to explore social cohesion and territorial development. Empower rural communities to become the protagonists of their own growth! NOTE: This event is in SPANISH. For participants on Zoom who do not speak Spanish, Zoom’s live caption translation feature will be enabled, allowing automatic captioning into English and other languages supported by Zoom’s translation system. Invited Speakers Sebastián Salinas, Juan Ignacio Cordero, Pamela Barroso & Martín Salas | Balloon Latam The 5th Chilean Social Capital Circle Encounter features Balloon Latam, a Certified B Corporation dedicated to strengthening social cohesion in rural communities across Chile. This session focuses on the "Balloon methodology," a unique model that acts as a bridge between rural entrepreneurs, the public sector, and private companies. Participants will explore how technical tools and collective action can be used to overcome poverty and reduce development gaps. The presentation demonstrates how fostering territorial development and social linkage can transform local residents into the primary drivers of their own sustainable future, moving from isolated efforts to robust, durable social capital. About the Presenters Sebastián Salinas Claro is the Founder and Executive Director of Balloon Latam. An Ashoka Fellow and alumnus of Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez, he is a widely recognized leader in social innovation and rural development. His work focuses on empowering local communities through system-changing solutions that respect finite natural resources and foster sustainable growth. Juan Ignacio Cordero Pérez is the Director of Public Affairs and Advocacy. A historian and educator by training, he leads the organization's efforts to bridge the gap between rural communities and institutional decision-makers. He is a primary organizer of the National Social Linkage Encounter (ENVIS), a landmark event for multisectoral collaboration in Chile. Pamela Barroso Valdebenito is the Regional Director for Atacama region. With a background in Business Engineering and experience as a tech startup co-founder, she specializes in social innovation and project management. Her work is centered on collaborating with local communities to develop self-management capabilities and long-term sustainable growth. Martín Salas Figueroa is the Head of Business Development. Based in Puerto Montt, he oversees the commercial growth and strategic alliances of the organization. With a career built in the nonprofit sector and community coordination, he manages the partnerships that fuel Balloon’s social enterprise model.