About

Since 1990 Jaime Blanco has held top legal positions at institutions including global imaging company Kodak and Fortune 250 chemical company Praxair, where he helped with a restructuring of the company that rewarded him with international exposure. Blanco was appointed general counsel Mexico for leading supplier of maintenance, repair and operating products, Grainger in 2008; in the same year having to navigate the fallout from the global financial crash. His approach to minimising expenses and negotiating with suppliers, customers and branches enabled the company to significantly reduce the impact of the crash. Following his initial success at Grainger, Blanco’s responsibility has extended to cover all Latin American operations in his current role of director, international compliance and business development Latin America. With most branches based in Mexico, he is still highly active in the jurisdiction, successfully handling compliance and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act matters. In the last few years, he has ensured the legal team support the business as a full team member. ‘The legal team is not isolated, we actively participate in company’s success and failure’ he says.