Leonardo Restrepo

Leonardo Restrepo

Lipid Chemistry & Oils & Fats Specialist

Over 45 years of experience enhancing product quality and competitiveness through specialized oils and fats consulting in Colombia

45+ years of experience

Business Experience

Over four decades leading successful organizational transformations

45+ years

Specialized Oils & Fats Consulting

Expert in commercial and technical aspects of edible oils and fats production across multiple industry segments

Active career

International Conference Speaker

Specialized presentations on lipid chemistry and industrial applications of oils and fats

Academic career

University Teaching

Professor at Universidad de Antioquia and in Master's Program at Universidad Lasalle

Areas of Specialization

Expertise across multiple business disciplines

Oils and Fats Commercialization in Colombia

Expertise in palm olein and vegetable oil trading (soy, sunflower, canola)

Lipid Chemistry

Synthesis of monoglycerides, production of sorbitan monostearate and triestearate, sulfated fats

Food Applications

Specialization in Mix Lowsat formulations and frying oils, industrial margarines, shortening for cookies, confectionery and ice cream

Oleochemical Industry

Stearic acid extraction (simple, double, triple pressed) and oleochemical processes

Oilseed Extraction

Extraction of soy, cotton, sesame, canola, rice, palm kernel and complete production chain

Industrial Technical Management

Comprehensive technical management of oils and fats production chain

Academic Experience

Extensive career as university professor and international lecturer

Universidad de Antioquia

Professor

Pharmaceutical chemistry and food technology courses

Universidad Lasalle

Professor

Specialization and Master's in lipid technology and chemistry and their impact on health

Articles and Insights

Insights on business trends and leadership strategies

Commodity Prices

Palm Oil

1,053
USD/MT
+0.65%

Soybean Oil

1,162
USD/MT
-6.64%

Canola Oil

444
USD/MT
-4.63%

Sunflower Oil

1,390
USD/MT
+2%

Cocoa

5,851
USD/MT
-5.53%
Last updated: 2025-10-15

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Leonardo Restrepo

Lipid Applications and Oils & Fats Chemistry Specialist with over 45 years of experience in business consulting and university teaching.

Specialized Consulting

Lipid chemistry, oils and fats, oleochemicals, and food technology

Academic Experience

Professor at Universidad de Antioquia and at Universidad Lasalle

Location

Medellín, Colombia