Visionaries in Sugar, Strategy & Sustainability
Our leadership team blends decades of experience in operations, engineering, marketing, and global commerce.
Our Team

José Luis Bueno
Chief Executive Officer

José Luis Bueno
Jose is a veteran marketing executive and entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience leading strategic planning, business development, and major brand launches. His career spans work with Fortune 500 companies and successful private ventures.

Mauricio Ruffatti
Chief Engineer & Founding Partner

Mauricio Ruffatti
Mauricio brings decades of leadership in the sugar industry, managing complex refinery operations, sugar mills, and power generation projects. His focus on operational excellence and sustainable growth drives Beneton’s long-term strategy.

Steven Fellenzer
Chief Operating Officer

Steven Fellenzer
Steven is an experienced operations leader with a background in business transformation. He has guided over 20 startups and specializes in streamlining operations and driving scalable growth through tailored change management strategies.

Joe Alcantara
Chief Revenue Officer

Joe Alcantara
Joe is a senior sales and sourcing expert with more than 20 years of experience in global retail partnerships, product development, and supply chain optimization. He leads Beneton’s commercial growth and customer engagement strategy.