Pepo Toledo

From Mechanic to Businessman and Artist. Economist, Journalist, Utilities Regulator Authority, Environmental Activist and Cultural Promoter.

One of his greatest achievements is getting Guatemala to become the first country in the world to eliminate lead from gasoline all at once. He always fought against privileges. As regulator, he had a very influencing part in the opening of the Telecommunications and Electricity markets in Guatemala. As a result of that arrangement, today, Guatemala occupies first place in cell phone coverage and competition between phone and internet companies. He promoted the reconstruction of the La Aurora Zoo. While he was President of Mario Monteforte Toledo's Foundation, he edited 10 books and produced 11 documentaries to promote the values of Guatemalan culture. In July 4th, 2010 he began his journey as a sculptor and in only 4 years, has had 25 solo expos, 15 public sculptures in Washington D.C, Mexico, Costa Rica and Guatemala.