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Governance
La Société Financière Santo de Piedra is committed to strong corporate governance to protect the interests of its shareholders and stakeholders while supporting the company’s long-term success. Its approach to corporate governance is grounded in its Articles of Association and guided by the principles of the Code of Best Practice for Corporate Governance. We are honored to have a board composed of seasoned executives with deep experience in the luxury, wine, and spirits industries—bringing valuable insight and strategic vision to the company’s leadership.
David S. Giles
Founding Partner and Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors.
David S. Giles is the Founding Partner and Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors of Santo de Piedra, a creation born from his lifelong devotion to art, contemplation, and savoir-vivre. From a young age, he was deeply drawn to the study of theology—a formative inclination that instilled in him an enduring sensitivity to ritual, symbolism, and the metaphysical dimensions of craft. With years spent immersed in the art world as a museographer before entering the spirits industry over six years ago, David brings business strategy to life with an artist’s eye and philosophical sensibility, attending to every detail of Santo de Piedra with intention. The maison stands as a canvas where tradition meets expression—its savoir-faire reflecting his conviction that beauty, like craft, is not merely created, but contemplated, preserved, and ultimately shared.
Berta de Pablos-Barbier
Partner and Executive Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors.
Berta de Pablos-Barbier is a distinguished partner and seasoned leader, known for her visionary presence across some of the world’s most prestigious companies. Her most recent role in the wines and spirits world saw her at the helm of LVMH’s legendary maisons—Dom Pérignon, Moët & Chandon, and Mercier—where she brought bold leadership and timeless elegance to the heart of champagne in a blend of business acumen and cultural sensibility, making her a trusted voice in both boardrooms and creative circles.
Raúl Injoque
Partner & Member of the Board of Directors.
Raúl Injoque is a visionary leader and passionate innovator whose career has unfolded at the crossroads of purpose and progress across Latin America. With a deep-rooted belief in the power of ideas to transform systems, his work spans agribusiness, health, and education—sectors that shape the very fabric of society. Raúl’s journey began in the quiet rhythms of agricultural science. Over the years, he has built a reputation as a strategic thinker and empathetic changemaker—one who leads not only with insight, but with heart.
Lukas Böttiger
Partner & Member of the Board of Directors.
Lukas Böttiger is a cocktail enthusiast and passionate advocate for technology, blending his love for craft spirits with a sharp eye for digital innovation. At Santo de Piedra Mezcal, Lukas plays a vital role behind the scenes, advising on digital-driven initiatives and strengthening the brand’s presence in the digital marketplace. With over a decade of entrepreneurial experience, Lukas brings a rare combination of creative curiosity and technical engineering acumen in the day to day.