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We are the voice of the timber SME sector in Chile

  • More than 100 partner companies
  • Presence in 4 regions
  • 15+ years of experience
Our Story

We represent and strengthen timber SMEs since 2009

PymeMad Nacional A.G. is the trade association that represents more than 100 small and medium-sized enterprises in the forestry sector in Chile, with an active presence in the Maule, Biobío, La Araucanía, and Los Ríos regions.

We were born with the purpose of protecting and enhancing the value of the timber SME ecosystem, acting as the unified voice of the sector before government authorities and large companies in the industry.

We promote sustainable development, technological innovation, and best business practices, generating concrete growth opportunities for our partners while caring for the future of our forests.

Our Mission

To be the representative voice of the timber sector in the regions of Biobío, Ñuble, Maule, La Araucanía, and Los Ríos, promoting sustainable development and the proper use of forest resources, protecting the environment, and contributing to the economic growth of local communities.

We are the pillar of a united and constantly evolving sector, where small and medium-sized enterprises play a fundamental role in building the future of Chile.

Our Vision

To develop a strengthened and united small and medium-sized timber sector in all the regions where we operate, working collaboratively and extending its influence in both the national and international markets.

At the same time, educate and raise awareness in society about the importance of the forestry industry, its contributions to the economy, and its positive impact on the social and ecological environment.

Our Principles

Values that guide us

Collaboration

We promote collaborative work among SMEs, creating support and development networks.

Sustainability

We promote responsible forest development that respects the environment and communities.

Innovation

We seek creative and technological solutions to improve the sector's competitiveness.

Social Commitment

We promote the well-being of families and communities that depend on the forestry industry.

Strategic Plan

Objectives that drive us

1

Total Incorporation

Ensure that all timber companies in our regions are part of the association, strengthening trade representation.

2

Business Strengthening

Promote the stability and continuous development of associated SMEs, providing support in training and resources.

3

Effective Representation

To be the voice of SMEs before public and private entities, managing favorable policies for the sector.

4

Business Opportunities

Identify and promote commercial opportunities at the national and international level for our partners.

5

Sectoral Collaboration

Establish strategic alliances within the timber sector to enhance collective growth.

6

Social Impact

Ensuring that development is socially responsible, generating local employment and community well-being.

7

Long-Term Consolidation

To ensure the long-term economic, ecological, and social sustainability of the small and medium-sized forestry sector.

Our Method

Strategies for success

01

Institutional Strengthening

Visibility campaigns and participation in national and international fairs, highlighting sustainable forest products.

02

Training and Consulting

Continuous programs in bioenergy, innovation, and international marketing with specialized technical support.

03

Political Incidence

Active participation in government working groups to create favorable policies for the forestry SME sector.

04

Associative Businesses

Promotion of consortia among SMEs to access larger contracts and collaborative projects.

Our Team

PymeMad Directory

Michel Raymond Esquerre Dal-Borgo

Michel Raymond Esquerre Dal-Borgo

President

Sebastian Erenchun Podlech

Sebastian Erenchun Podlech

President

Hernán Muñoz Bernal

Hernán Muñoz Bernal

Treasurer

Victor Manuel Sandoval Sanzana

Victor Manuel Sandoval Sanzana

President

Lorena Vargas Reyes

Lorena Vargas Reyes

Vice President

Javier Barrera Ríos

Javier Barrera Ríos

Secretary

Rodolfo Contardo Schmidth

Rodolfo Contardo Schmidth

Treasurer

Felipe Enríquez Barrera

Felipe Enríquez Barrera

Director

José Basauri Córdova

José Basauri Córdova

Director

Michel Raymond Esquerre Dal-Borgo

Michel Raymond Esquerre Dal-Borgo

Director

Rocío Lagos Román

Rocío Lagos Román

President

Hernán Barrios González

Hernán Barrios González

Secretary

Claudio Conejeros Cárdenas

Claudio Conejeros Cárdenas

Treasurer

Daniel Krasniansky Ríos

Daniel Krasniansky Ríos

Director

Fernando Hales Chaban

Fernando Hales Chaban

President

Henry Azurmendi Toledo

Henry Azurmendi Toledo

Director

Join the largest forestry SME network in Chile

  • Effective union representation
  • Specialized training
  • Technical and legal advisory
  • Business networking
  • Business opportunities
  • Forest certifications

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We are the association that represents the interests of timber SMEs before authorities and large companies in the sector.