Board of Directors
The Board of Directors is the Company’s decision-making body responsible for formulating and monitoring general business policies, including long-term strategies. It is also responsible for appointing the Company’s officers and overseeing their work, among other functions. According to the Brazilian Corporate Law, the Board of Directors is also responsible for contracting independent auditors.
Mr. Borenstein is an entrepreneur with a degree in Economics from Universidade Mackenzie and was a shareholder and director of Banco de Crédito Nacional – BCN and Banco de Investimentos BCN and a director of Financiadora BCN during 31 years, half of which he served as director of Banco de Investimentos BCN Barclays. He is founder and director of Hélio Borenstein S.A. – Administração, Participações e Comércio and founder and CEO of the Company since 1977. He has founded and presided over companies linked to trade and economic development activities, among them Cotac – Comércio de Tratores, Automóveis e Caminhões S/A, a Chevrolet dealership in Mogi das Cruzes (SP), and Finacional Distribuidora de Títulos e Valores Mobiliários S/A. Mr. Henrique Borenstein previously served, during four consecutive terms, as the Company’s Chief Executive Officer.
Graduated in Business Administration from UniFMU – Centro Universitário das Faculdades Metropolitanas Unidas, with specialization courses in finance and Real Estate Law. He has served as a director of the Company since 1995, responsible for Planning, New Business, and the Financial and Legal Feasibility of the Company’s real estate developments. Mr. Henry Borenstein also previously served one consecutive term as Chief Executive Officer of the Company.
Founding partner and executive director of Silverpeak Real Estate Partners, a global real estate investment management firm. Holds a degree in Civil Engineering from UFRJ and an MBA from the Booth School of Business at the University of Chicago. He is also Vice Chairman of the Board and Chairman of the People Committee at Construtora Tenda S.A.
Began his career at Serbank S.A., which was later acquired by BCN Banco de Crédito Nacional. He rose to Vice President, later joining Bradesco following BCN’s acquisition. Held leadership roles including CEO of Banco Mercantil de São Paulo and Vice President at Bradesco. Later joined BTG Pactual as a partner, serving on the Executive Committee and as CEO during the restructuring of Banco Pan. In 2018, became Chairman of Wealth Management at BTG Pactual. He left in 2019 to start Devas Investimentos e Participações Ltda.
Chemical Engineer and Economist, with extension courses in Munich and Boston. Had a 38-year career at Hoechst, including positions in Brazil, Germany (Board Member of Hoechst AG), and the U.S. (President of Celanese). Held board positions at Cyrela, Renner, OGX, Grupo RBS, Hospital Albert Einstein, Sociedade de Cultura Artística, among others. Currently, he is Chairman and Executive Vice President of Suzano Holding and IPLF Holding, Vice Chairman of Suzano S.A., Chairman of MDS Insurance Brokerage, and Director of Alden Desenvolvimento Imobiliário.
Executive Officers
The Company’s Officers are its legal representatives, primarily responsible for the day-to-day management of the Company and the implementation of the general policies and guidelines established by the Board of Directors.
Alexandre Reis Nakano
CEO
With over 25 years in the real estate sector, Alexandre has extensive experience in development, property and facilities management, divestments, construction, and portfolio management across retail and corporate. Previously worked at Plaza Shopping Centers, Microsoft, Brookfield, Odebrecht Properties, and OR. He holds a degree in Architecture and Urban Planning, with postgraduate studies in Administration and specialization in Project Management.
Alexandre Dalpiero de Freitas
CFO & IRO
Over 28 years of experience in financial leadership in Brazilian and international companies across retail, real estate, and financial sectors. Graduated in Accounting from UERJ, holds MBAs in Finance and Business Management from FGV and an executive program from Kellogg. Has led complex projects including IPOs, debt issues, and portfolio restructurings. Former CFO at Gazit Brasil, responsible for the IPO of Gazit Malls fund and IR. Held positions at WeWork Latin America, UBS, Tishman Speyer, and Suzano.
Alexandre Bicudo
COO
With more than 25 years in leadership roles in real estate and other industries, Alexandre holds degrees in Business Administration (FGV) and Law (USP), and an MBA in Finance (Ibmec). Worked at Ancar, Brookfield, Outback Brasil, UCI Cinemas, and Grupo Playcenter. As mall superintendent, led high-impact operations at Shopping Metrô Itaquera, Nova América, and Pátio Paulista.
Fiscal Council
The Fiscal Council assists the Board of Directors in overseeing financial statements. It consists of three independent members.
With over 35 years in tax law, focusing on corporate and personal tax planning and litigation. Participated in M&A, private equity, estate planning, and corporate restructuring. Former member of Brazil’s CARF and its Superior Tax Appeals Chamber. Member of STEP, IBET, IBDT, and NUPET. Former Legal Director of FIESP and frequent speaker at tax law conferences.
Extensive experience in finance, controls, and processes. Spent 12 years at PwC with focus on audit and financial statement preparation. Former CFO at companies including Covidien (now Medtronic), Sanofi, and Mondelez.
Founding partner of Mirante Investimentos, where he has held the position of co-portfolio manager since 2016. He holds a degree in Business Administration from the University of São Paulo (FEA/USP-RP). Mr. Castro began his career as a partner at Perfin Investimentos in 2008, where he held the position until 2014. He held the position of Chief Financial Officer and served as a member of the Board of Directors at Sérya Alimentos S/A from 2014 to 2015. He currently holds a position on the Advisory Board of Todas Group and BTJ AQUA.
Audit Committee
The Company’s Audit Committee assists the Board of Directors in monitoring financial statements. It is composed of three independent members.
Registered with CRC-SP and CNAI-CFC, with over 25 years of experience in independent audit and financial consulting under BRGAAP and IFRS. Led projects on corporate restructuring, internal controls, and complex accounting, financial, and tax matters. Worked at a Big Four firm. Holds a degree in Accounting (FACESP) and a postgraduate degree in Business Management (IBMEC).
Rodolpho Amboss is a founding partner and CEO of Silverpeak Real Estate Partners, a global real estate investment fund management and administration company. He holds a degree in Civil Engineering from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), with a master’s degree in Business Administration from the Booth School of Business at the University of Chicago. He is currently also Vice President of the Board of Directors and President of the People Committee of Construtora Tenda S.A.
He began his career as an office assistant at Serbank S.A, which was later incorporated by BCN Banco de Crédito Nacional, where he held various positions with the Conde Family, reaching Vice President. The Bank was sold to Bradesco in 1997, and Mr. José Luiz continued at Bradesco Organization, as Vice President of Banco BCN, CEO of the same, CEO of Banco Mercantil de São Paulo, acquired by Bradesco, and Vice President of Bradesco , working in several areas until 2010. Subsequently, Mr. José Luiz became a Partner of Banco BTG PACTUAL SA, participating in the Executive Committee, and acting as CEO in the Banco Pan recovery process. In January 2018, he was appointed Chairman of the Wealth Management of Banco BTG Pactual SA, leaving at its own request in May 2019, to develop its own business: Devas Investimentos e Participações Ltda.