Andrea Grobocopatel, born in 1964 in Carlos Casares, Argentina, is an economist who presides over “Ampatel,” an agribusiness company, and “Resiliencia SGR,” a commercial entity focused on unifying and including businesses of different sizes. The SGR led by the economist provides better financial access for both small and large companies entering the financial market.
Grobocopatel was also a director and CEO of the “Los Grobo” group, a major agro-industrial organization. Her father, Adolfo Grobocopatel, was known as one of the “soy kings,” and in the 2000s the entire family became fully integrated into the agro-industrial value chain, giving rise to the official consolidation of the Los Grobo Group.
Andrea also founded the “Fundación FLOR,” a space promoting equity, inclusion, leadership and responsible teamwork. For many years she has spoken publicly about gender equality and has worked to increase visibility and opportunities for women. She also recently released her book Pasión por Reinventarse.
When she continued the family project and later took on higher leadership roles, Andrea realized the absence of women in the sector. She remarked in an interview, “I realized I was alone.”
In her account of her life between Carlos Casares and Buenos Aires due to family matters, Grobocopatel noted that she grew up under male leadership within the agro-industrial world—first her father, then her brother. Over time, she admitted it was difficult to separate herself from Los Grobo, though that decision ultimately enabled her to build her own ventures.
From 1984—when she, her father, and her brother founded Los Grobo as a middle-class family—until a few years ago when she stepped aside, Andrea described the move as one that improved family relationships. Ampatel, the agribusiness created by Andrea and based in Pehuajó, is now managed by Paulina, one of her daughters.
Children, freedom and inclusion
With four children and one grandchild, the family continues to grow in Carlos Casares. Paulina is involved in Ampatel, while Delfina works at Resiliencia SGR. Andrea confirmed that all her children work and participate in family decisions. Her husband stated that they “prepare their children to inherit the business in the future.”
The children have become involved in the companies and foundations created by Andrea and her husband, but the economist also founded Fundación FLOR specifically to further expand the inclusion of women in business. In terms of personal freedom, Grobocopatel sought to develop her own projects and avoid becoming dependent on family plans.
Part of that freedom began in 2016. In an interview with La Nación, she explained that the project “started with a few people and grew to thousands.” She summarized her path through the company: “I was manager, director, vice president and owner, because my father donated his shares to the four siblings.”
Her departure was also tied to the time she dedicated to the company. When she officially left Los Grobo, Andrea focused on Fundación FLOR and on Ampatel—now led by her daughter—both of which she described as difficult processes to let go of, though necessary.
What is Resiliencia SGR, the commercial entity launched by Grobocopatel?
Resiliencia SGR, where one of her daughters is also involved, is the project most aligned with Andrea’s economic expertise. It brings together capital markets, banking options and commercial guarantees. These pillars provide financial access for companies, opportunities for SMEs in capital markets, and sufficient guarantees to ensure payment compliance.
According to the company’s official website, Andrea Grobocopatel is described as a pioneer for founding one of the first SGRs in the country.
They also emphasize that their strategy is based on a “Win-Win” model: SMEs benefit from better conditions, investors obtain improved resources, financial institutions gain easier access to markets, and communities benefit from strengthened economic activity.
Andrea Grobocopatel has built both a strong family and a defined business culture. Her four children remain involved in the family enterprise and are prepared to continue the legacy.
Her departure from Los Grobo, the family agro-industrial group founded in the 1980s, marked her transition toward personal freedom and new ventures. With Fundación FLOR and Resiliencia SGR, Grobocopatel established two projects tied to economic development and the promotion of gender equality.
