Sergio Méndez is the current Managing Director of BlackRock Mexico and a member of the Latin America Regional Executive Committee. Before taking on this role, he served as CIO at Afore XXI-Banorte starting in May 2016. He has over 22 years of experience in the financial industry. Previously, he was Director of Investment Strategy at Afore XXI. Méndez has emphasized the importance of sustainability in investments, highlighting that companies must consider environmental factors to maintain their market value. In 2024, he was included in Bloomberg Línea’s list of outstanding leaders for his influence in the Mexican financial sector.