Interview with Luis Lara, Manager of the Year 2026: “The lack of roads and ports could hinder Guatemala’s growth”

Luis Lara, recognized as the Manager of the Year 2026, has identified critical infrastructure deficiencies as a primary obstacle to Guatemala's economic development. In a recent interview, Lara emphasized that the current state of the nation's roads and ports poses a significant risk to future growth, suggesting that these logistical bottlenecks must be addressed to sustain progress.

His assessment highlights a pressing concern regarding the country's competitive capacity and internal connectivity. By focusing on the intersection of infrastructure and economic performance, Lara’s observations underscore the systemic challenges facing the business sector and the broader national economy in the coming years.