Fersen LambranhoEngineer | M.Sc. in Business Administration | former CEO of Lojas Americanas | Private Equity/VC InvestorWelcome to my LinkedIn profile! I am an accomplished Engineer and Business Administration professional with extensive experience in leading investments and private equity management. Here's an overview of my background:✨ Investment Leadership: Since 1998, I have been at the forefront of investment initiatives in Brazil, the UK, and the USA. As a key figure in Private Equity Management at GP Investments, I have successfully overseen strategic investments across various sectors, including retail, telecom, railways, industrials, restaurants, consumer goods, real estate, technology, and utilities. Additionally, I have worked with public investment vehicles listed in Switzerland, the USA, Luxembourg, and Brazil, including G2D Investments, with a strong focus on venture capital.🌟 Investment Committees and Board Memberships: I have had the privilege of serving on several prestigious investment committees, including , Baring Private Equity Asia (BPEA) based in Hong Kong for 12 years, Expanding Capital in the USA, and The Craftory in the UK. My involvement as a board member for multiple companies across different countries and industries has allowed me to provide valuable insights and contribute to their strategic direction and growth.🚀 Mentoring and Entrepreneurship: I am deeply committed to fostering the success of the next generation of entrepreneurs. I serve as a mentor for organizations such as Endeavor, Big Bets, and Amaz, with a particular focus on supporting entrepreneurship in the Amazon region. Additionally, I actively invest in deep tech initiatives in the USA, UK, and Brazil through my family office, Volpini Ventures.✨ Passion for Arts, Environment, and Social Causes: Beyond my professional pursuits, I am a passionate advocate for arts and culture. I have had the honor of serving on the Councils of the Bienal de São Paulo and MASP, where I contribute to promoting artistic excellence. I am also deeply committed to environmental preservation, free press, and leveraging digitalization as a means to bridge social gaps and create a more equitable society.💼 Personal: I have been happily married to Paloma Lambranho since 1986 and am proud to be the father of Catarina and Mateus.