15/10 • 2026
WTC São Paulo
7th Experience is pleased to announce the 2026 edition of the TOP 50 Outstanding Executives in Finance – an exclusive program that recognizes leaders who are transforming financial management.
The program's objective is to identify and honor executives who, over the past 12 months, have led strategic transformations, boosted operational efficiency, and innovated in financial processes. These are leaders who go beyond the traditional, foster an engaging environment, and promote a culture of innovation.
Our team carefully analyzes the nominations, considering factors such as significant achievements, business impact, innovative projects, leadership, and strategic vision. We seek to highlight executives who not only transform their organizations but also inspire the market with new approaches and high-impact solutions.
The nominated executives undergo a rigorous selection process, based on concrete data, performance, professional trajectory, and relevant contributions, ensuring that this list represents the true protagonists of financial evolution.
The executives selected in 2026 were recognized and honored during the Finance Executive Summit, April 2026 edition.
Leaders who expand their impact within organizations evolve and drive strategies that generate exponential growth.
Executives who keep up with consumer changes and lead transformations, shaping trends and influencing strategic decisions.
Professionals who translate strategies into results, such as revenue growth, process optimization, higher conversion rates, and increased customer loyalty.
Executives who build high-performing teams and prepare the next generation of professionals for a digital and data-driven environment.
Leaders who challenge the conventional, test new approaches, explore automation, personalization, and new acquisition and retention models.
Aleksandro Oliveira is a financial executive with over 30 years of experience in multinational companies and large Brazilian groups, with a distinguished track record in the industrial, automotive, pharmaceutical, consumer goods, energy, and agribusiness sectors.
Throughout his career, he has held leadership positions in organizations such as Goodyear, General Motors, Ford, Grupo NC, J.Macêdo, Agrofoods, and currently serves as Chief Financial Officer of Grupo Edson Queiroz, a conglomerate with diversified operations and a significant national presence.
Recognized for his strong strategic and organizational transformation skills, Aleksandro has extensive experience in corporate finance, governance, risk management, business restructuring, ERP implementation, and operational efficiency projects.
Their work has contributed to strengthening corporate governance, optimizing capital, and consistently generating value for shareholders and stakeholders.
A Production Engineer with MBAs in Finance and Business Management and international executive training, Aleksandro has built a career marked by leading multidisciplinary teams, driving business transformation processes, and developing sustainable growth and value creation strategies.
Executive with negotiation, leadership, and team-building skills, combined with a deep capacity for market analysis.
With experience in the logistics, mining, automotive, and heavy equipment trade sectors, leading areas such as sales, logistics, supply chain, controlling, performance, and finance.
Focused on delivering results and committed to building teams and relationships with partners and clients.
International experience with expertise in developing strategic partnerships, supporting clients, and negotiating with suppliers worldwide.
Alex Malfitani is our Chief Financial Officer and Investor Relations Director, responsible for financial planning, treasury, investor relations, accounting, tax, legal, and aircraft fleet. Alex was part of the founding team that launched the airline in 2008, and before becoming CFO, he held several positions at Azul, including head of the TudoAzul loyalty program, finance director, and treasurer.
Prior to this, Mr. Malfitani worked at United Airlines in Chicago, where he held the position of general manager of treasury. He also worked for five years in the banking sector, as a fund manager at Deutsche Bank and a trader at Credit Agricole Indosuez.
He holds a degree in engineering from the Polytechnic School of the University of São Paulo, an MBA with honors from the Kellogg School of Management, and is certified by the CFA Institute (Chartered Financial Analyst). He is also the president of the Board of the Graded School of São Paulo and vice-president of the Executive Board of IBEF-SP.
André Pacheco, Tax and Legal Director at Lojas Renner. Lawyer, Business Administrator, Master's and Doctoral candidate in Tax Law.
He has over 20 years of experience in the tax field, having worked for multinational companies, large law firms, and tax consulting firms.
Andre Paes is the CFO of BIC Brazil and Argentina, responsible for leading the company's second-largest operation worldwide. With over 30 years of experience in finance and strategic management, he is recognized for driving transformations, driving sustainable growth, and developing high-performance teams. His professional purpose translates to "a passion for supporting the success of the business and its people."
He began his career at Ernst & Young and has since held leadership positions in Brazil, the United States, and Latin America at companies such as Danone, Kantar Worldpanel, CNH, and Diageo. His experience encompasses Corporate Finance, FP&A, Tax, Revenue Management, Project Management, and Business Support, always with a strong focus on innovation, efficiency, and value creation.
Andre holds a degree in Economics from PUC Campinas, an MBA from FGV and Ohio University, and an XBA from StartSe and NOVA School of Business & Economics in Lisbon.
Married and a father of two, outside of the corporate world, Andre connects with his greatest sources of energy: his family, friends, sports, and travel, and often says that some of the best decisions are born from good conversations, good stories, and, whenever possible, a good wine.
It is this combination of experience, humanity, and positive restlessness that he brings to every stage, every team, and every transformation he leads.
Andrea Marques de Almeida is a Finance executive with a degree in Engineering.
Production engineer, with an MBA in Finance from IBMEC and Management from USP.
Has extensive experience in risk management, corporate finance, accounting,
Planning and performance, investor relations, supplies, and pension funds.
She has worked internationally as CFO of Vale Canada in Toronto and Director of Risk Management for Vale in Switzerland. She structured complex financial transactions, such as equity issuances, financing, gold and cobalt streams, acquisitions, and divestments.
She currently holds the Vice Presidency of Finance and Investor Relations at Cemig. She was VP of Finance and Strategy at Santander, Executive Director of Finance and Investor Relations at Petrobras, CFO at Vale Canada, Global Director of Risk Management at Vale, among other leadership positions at Vale, where she spent 25 years of her career.
Recognized by Forbes as one of the most influential women in the world in 2019 and 2020, and by Fortune in 2019. She has represented Brazil in the BRICS Women's Business Alliance (WBA) since 2020.
Executive with over 20 years of experience in global multinational companies in the Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical, Energy, and Technology sectors, predominantly based in Latin America. Possesses a solid track record supporting C-level executives in strategic agendas, corporate governance, financial oversight, and risk management in highly complex and regulated environments.
Currently, he is the Regional Director of Financial Operations for Latin America and Statutory CFO of Pfizer Brazil, a position in which he exercises fiduciary responsibility and contributes to the execution of global strategic guidelines, focusing on financial integrity, capital discipline, and business sustainability. Throughout his career, he has participated in strategic decisions involving organizational restructurings, corporate transactions, digital transformations, efficient resource allocation, and the strengthening of control and compliance structures in accordance with international standards.
He has significant experience in overseeing operations in emerging and volatile markets, contributing strategic insights on risk management, governance, and organizational resilience. He is recognized for his ability to integrate financial perspectives, corporate strategy, and stakeholder viewpoints, supporting complex decision-making processes geared towards the sustainable generation of value.
Currently, he is a member of the Fiscal Council of Interfarma, where he acts in the independent supervision of financial statements, internal controls, compliance, and institutional risk assessment. He is also a member of the Board of Directors of IBEF-SP, participating in strategic discussions on the evolution of governance and corporate finance in Brazil.
Master's degree in Finance and Strategy from FGV, with an MBA in Corporate Finance and degrees in Business Administration and Accounting. Fluent in Portuguese, English, and Spanish.
Chief Financial Officer with a solid track record in corporate finance, strategic planning, and governance. Focuses on transforming the finance area into a growth driver, connecting operational performance, capital discipline, and a long-term vision.
He holds a degree in business administration, with specializations in MBA programs in controllership and auditing, accounting and tax law, and business management, controllership, and corporate finance, consolidating a robust technical base combined with a strategic business vision. Throughout his career, he has led finance, controllership, and tax structures, strengthening governance, cash flow predictability, and data-driven decision-making.
Advocating for a value-driven financial approach, he positions the CFO as a central player in corporate strategy and sustainable growth.
Breno Perez Vicente holds a degree in Business Administration from Fundação Armando Álvares Penteado (FAAP), a postgraduate degree in Finance from IBMEC São Paulo, an MBA in Finance from Insper São Paulo, an MBA in Credit and Risk from Saint Paul Business School, an Executive MBA from Fundação Dom Cabral (FDC), and a degree in Business, Strategy, and Leadership from Kellogg | Northwestern University (USA).
With extensive experience in the banking sector, his professional career was built primarily within Banco Alfa de Investimentos, where he started as a trainee and worked for 18 years.
The executive led the Corporate & Investment Banking (C&IB) division, which was responsible for client relationships with the wholesale bank (Corporate Banking) as well as the bank's I&B (DCM and M&A).
Currently, the executive holds the position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Investor Relations Officer (IRO) at the JHSF Group, a position he has held since March 2024.
Elcio Mitsuhiro Ito has been CFO and Investor Relations Officer of the Casas Bahia Group since July 2023, with over 25 years of experience. He began his career at Lloyds Bank, spent 10 years at General Motors, working internationally in the United States, Switzerland, and Germany, and worked for 8 years at BRF, where he was CFO, and for 4 years at Iochpe-Maxion, also as CFO.
He holds a degree in Business Administration from FAAP, an MBA in Finance from Saint Mary’s University (Canada), and a Master's degree in Political Economy from PUC-SP.
Elis Rodrigues Caraça is a senior finance executive with over 20 years of experience in strategic leadership, financial planning, and performance management.
Currently CFO in Brazil for General Mills, with previous experience at Amazon and P&G, where she contributed to financial transformation, corporate governance, and sustainable growth. Recognized for her work in diversity and inclusive leadership, she combines technical expertise with positive organizational impact.
Fábio Itikawa is a senior finance executive with over 25 years of experience in corporate management, strategic planning, corporate finance, M&A, and investor relations.
Currently serves as CFO and Investor Relations Officer at Espaçolaser, leading financial strategies, governance, and performance in environments of transformation and sustainable growth.
Their profile combines analytical insight, strong leadership, and a focus on long-term value.
Fábio Nuno Gomes Martins is an executive with extensive experience in strategic management, business development, and team leadership. His career is marked by projects focused on organizational growth and transformation, combining analytical insight with strong execution skills to drive results in complex environments.
Throughout his career, Fábio has collaborated with companies on innovation processes, performance improvement, and the development of new market opportunities, standing out for his ability to integrate business strategies with operational excellence. Currently, he is strengthening his presence in the corporate ecosystem, contributing to initiatives that promote impact and sustainable value.
Executive with a solid background in Controllership, Accounting, Finance, and Auditing, with a career marked by corporate performance management and strengthening financial structures. Currently CFO of Mania de Churrasco, where he leads the Controllership and Finance areas, being responsible for the professionalization of the company, implementation of processes, market systems, and corporate policies that support strategic decision-making.
He has prior experience in auditing, accounting, and controllership, notably his seven years at EY, which contributed to the consolidation of his financial and results management vision. He is also the co-founder of Belavie Beauty, expanding his business experience by integrating the perspectives of both franchisee and franchisor.
He holds a degree in Accounting Sciences from São Judas Tadeu University, with postgraduate studies in Controllership and Finance and in Business Law.
Finance executive with over 20 years of experience in multinational consulting and consumer goods firms, including Accenture, Kimberly-Clark, PepsiCo, and Kraft Heinz. Currently, I am the CFO of Kraft Heinz Brazil, where I lead the financial strategy focused on results, value creation, and sustainable growth.
My expertise encompasses business transformation, corporate finance, governance, and internal controls. Over the past two and a half years, I have implemented automation initiatives, built capabilities, and developed the Finance team, consolidating the area as an engine of competitive intelligence for the company, with an emphasis on integrating technical knowledge and strategic vision.
Fernando is the Director of Financial Planning and M&A at Cogna Educação. He holds a degree in Business Administration and an MBA in Finance from FIA-USP, and has 25 years of experience working for multinational consumer goods and education companies in the areas of Treasury, Financial Planning, and M&A.
With a focus on value creation, he led M&A projects last year, including the takeover bid (OPA) for a subsidiary listed on NASDAQ.
Fernando is the CFO of Bravo Serviços Logísticos and was responsible for leading the agenda of strengthening the company's financial position, governance, and strategic support for growth.
He led the restructuring of financial processes, raising the level of control, predictability of results, and quality of information for decision-making. He played a key role in budgetary discipline, cost efficiency, and economic-financial analysis of operations.
He was directly involved in mitigating risks, structuring performance monitoring routines, and supporting critical company decisions. He served as a link between strategy, finance, and operations, ensuring executive alignment.
Their performance made a significant contribution to the financial sustainability, significantly improved the profitability of the business, and enhanced the institutional credibility of Bravo Serviços Logísticos with stakeholders.
Gabriel Mourão de Andrade is a finance executive with over 19 years of experience in financial leadership, strategic planning, and corporate governance.
Holding a Master's degree in Economics from IBMEC-RJ and an international MBA from FGV and Ohio University, he serves as Administrative-Financial Director at Transpes, driving operational efficiency, innovation, and sustainable growth in sectors such as logistics and infrastructure. He is recognized for his strategic vision and ability to connect financial results to long-term objectives.
An executive with a track record marked by leadership during times of transformation, strong execution capabilities, and a strategic vision focused on the sustainable generation of value.
An economist and accountant, she holds MBAs from FGV (Auditing, Controllership and Finance) and IBMEC (Finance), with a career developed in sectors such as services, media, retail, mobility and engineering, accumulating solid experience in complex restructurings, capital markets, corporate governance and organizational transformation.
He built his technical foundation in consulting, working for six years serving companies invested in by funds such as Pátria Investimentos, consolidating expertise in financial performance, capital discipline, and shareholder value creation.
Throughout his executive career, he led areas of Controllership, Accounting, Tax, and Corporate Structure in groups such as Abril and Grupo VGB (Siberian and Crawford), always focusing on governance, operational efficiency, and the quality of information for decision-making.
At Unidas, as Controller with an expanded back-office scope, she led Investor Relations, FP&A, Treasury, and Structured Operations, conducting four capital market issuances and participating in three IPO preparation cycles, deepening her experience in funding, transparency, and investor relations.
As CFO of Progen, the largest engineering consulting firm in Brazil with a global presence, she led a profound financial and operational transformation amidst a sectoral crisis, conducting capital restructuring with the support of Alvarez & Marsal, extending debt maturities, raising new capital, and strengthening banking ties.
He also led structured downsizing, closure and unification of operations, as well as the restructuring of processes and controls in multiple corporate areas, improving governance and efficiency.
Implemented governance practices compatible with Bovespa Mais, works with the Board of Directors, and develops strategic business plans. Established a data-driven performance culture with executive dashboards, implementation of SAP S/4HANA and Qlik Sense BI, and leads a large Shared Services Center.
His leadership style combines technical depth, strategic vision, and a consultative approach with the CEO and the Board, focusing on risk management, efficient capital allocation, and strategic business direction.
Guilherme de Biagi Pereira is the CFO of the Ri Happy Group, also responsible for expansion and new business development. He led the company's financial restructuring and transformation processes.
Previously, she served as Chief Strategy, Investor Relations & Sustainability Officer at Veste S.A., working in strategic planning, corporate governance, and investor relations.
He has experience in strategy, M&A and Corporate Venture Capital, having worked at Arezzo&Co, where he led acquisitions, strategic agreements and the implementation of the group's Corporate Venture Capital program.
He began his career in investment banking (BESI) and corporate restructuring (Íntegra Associados).
He holds a bachelor's degree in Economics from Insper, with extension courses at Harvard, certification in valuation and financial modeling, and training in corporate governance from IBGC.
Gustavo Coutinho is an executive with solid experience in finance and business, working in the Brazilian corporate sector.
With experience in companies such as Andrade Gutierrez S.A., he develops strategies focused on financial management, performance and governance, connecting business objectives to sustainable results and continuous process improvement.
Finance executive with over 15 years of experience in multinational corporations, with expertise in FP&A (Financial Planning and Analysis), M&A (Mergers and Acquisitions), Supply Chain Finance, and Strategic Planning.
Proven track record of leadership in high-impact financial initiatives, driving performance through data-driven insights and acting as a trusted business partner to senior executive leadership.
Experienced in managing transformation programs, building and restructuring Finance departments, and developing high-performance teams.
Passionate about Digital Finance and leveraging technology to improve financial processes and decision-making.
Jesonias Castanho is a financial leader with a solid track record in retail and consumer goods companies, having held senior management positions such as CFO and Controller Director.
An expert in financial structuring, corporate governance, and scalable growth, with a track record of leading organizational transformations, optimizing results, and strengthening internal processes.
SMy profile combines strategic business vision, financial discipline, and leadership focused on generating sustainable value.
Senior executive with a solid track record in the B2B markets of industrial raw materials and hospitality, recognized for the ability to connect financial strategy, sustainable growth, and operational excellence.
He serves as CFO of Química Anastacio, the largest chemical distributor in Brazil and a top 5 distributor in Latin America, leading the financial agenda of a large company with high operational complexity and strategic relevance to various sectors of the economy.
He possesses solid international experience, built in leading national and multinational companies, with a strong focus on strategic financial management, working capital optimization, and value-driven decision making.
It stands out for leading financial transformations, strengthening governance, structuring capital, generating positive impacts, and creating competitiveness.
Juan Manuel Ballester is a finance executive with over two decades of experience. He currently serves as Chief Financial Officer of Unilever Brazil and CFO of the Beauty & Wellbeing unit for Latin America.
Ballester began his professional career in Unilever's Trainee Program in Argentina in 2000, where he quickly distinguished himself through his analytical profile and ability to integrate financial vision with business strategy. Throughout his career, he developed a solid international trajectory, having held leadership positions with local, regional, and global impact in the Finance area, working in various strategic Unilever centers, including England, Thailand, Chile, Peru, and Argentina.
Prior to his current position in Brazil, Ballester led CFO roles for the SEAT region (Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Myanmar, Cambodia, and Laos) and for the Home Care unit across Southeast Asia, coordinating cost management, governance, and financial transformation initiatives.
Globally, he also served as Vice President of Mergers and Acquisitions at Unilever in London, contributing directly to the execution of growth strategies and business integration.
Juliana Micali is a senior finance executive with a solid track record in large multinational companies. With extensive experience in FP&A, controlling, strategy, and performance management, she leads finance with a focus on sustainable growth, operational efficiency, and value creation.
Recognized for its ability to lead transformations, strengthen governance, and develop high-performance teams, it combines strategic vision with consistent results execution.
Julio Pilenso is CFO of the Americas at Tecumseh Products, a position he has held since December 2023, leading the areas of Treasury, Credit, FP&A, Tax, IT, Legal, Accounting and Internal Controls, with a focus on governance, financial restructuring and business continuity.
He has a solid track record as CFO in Brazil and Latin America at companies such as UPL, Chr. Hansen and General Electric, in addition to previous experience at Lenovo and Bosch.
He has extensive international experience, manages large teams, and possesses strong expertise in process optimization, working capital, and profitability, having worked in sectors such as industry, services, biotechnology, agribusiness, and automotive.
He holds degrees in Economics (Unicamp) and Accounting (Cruzeiro do Sul), MBAs from FGV and USP, PMI/Green Belt certification, and a specialization in Strategic CFO from Harvard. Fluent in English and Spanish, he also holds SAP certifications.
Leandro Gomes, 60 years old, holds degrees in Accounting and Business Administration with a specialization in Foreign Trade from USJT and an MBA in Finance from USP. He currently serves as CFO and Investor Relations Director at Guararapes Painéis.
Leandro has over 35 years of professional experience in the administrative and financial field in national and multinational companies and banks, having held director positions for the last 18 years.
She also has 21 years of experience working in family businesses, having previously worked at Bauducco, Grupo Bertin, and Grupo Vigor.
Leandro Nadalin is Senior Finance Director at Procter & Gamble, with over 14 years of experience in Latin America. He currently leads the Sales Finance area in Brazil, integrating the company's leadership team and managing a team of 40 professionals, focusing on financial planning, commercial strategy, pricing, profitability, and risk management.
Throughout his career, he held strategic positions such as Trade Marketing Finance Manager and Brazil Comptroller, leading critical initiatives in governance, internal controls, productivity, and structuring commercial investments.
He has international experience in Panama, working in financial consolidation in Latin America and in competitive intelligence.
He holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the State University of Campinas and an Executive MBA in Finance from the Getúlio Vargas Foundation, with a results-oriented profile, strong strategic vision, and solid financial background.
Leandro Pinheiro Domingues is currently the Chief Financial Officer of Vision One, also responsible for the Shared Services Center. Throughout his tenure, he has worked on financial structuring, strengthening corporate governance, and consolidating processes, contributing to the company's sustainable growth and value creation.
Holding a degree in Accounting, a postgraduate degree in Controllership, and an MBA in Finance, he has built a career marked by solid technical training and a strategic business vision. Throughout his career, he has participated in and led more than 40 mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions, in addition to significant fundraising and corporate structuring processes.
Prior to Vision One, she worked for seven years at Estapar, where she participated in the company's IPO on the B3 stock exchange. Previously, she spent a decade at EY in the Assurance and Capital Markets area, participating in several IPOs and audits of companies listed on the US stock exchange.
With an analytical profile and strategic orientation, Leandro is recognized for his work integrating finance, governance, and corporate growth, always focusing on financial discipline, risk mitigation, and long-term value creation.
Leonardo Lucas is the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Investor Relations Officer (IRO), and Chief M&A Officer of Equatorial S.A., one of the largest infrastructure and utilities groups in Latin America.
With a 21-year career at the company, he contributed directly to consolidating the culture and management model that underpinned the turnarounds and successive growth cycles of the group.
Throughout his career, he has led, together with his teams, significant transformations in energy distribution companies, structured complex financing operations, and coordinated strategic and transformational M&A transactions.
This set of initiatives has been a cornerstone of Equatorial's distinctive history of generating shareholder value. This excellence in execution and governance is recognized by the market, with the company frequently being awarded "Most Honored Company" in the Utilities sector in specialized rankings.
Leonardo is an engineer with executive training focused on management and energy, and also serves as a member of the boards of directors in subsidiaries of the group.
I believe that leadership means envisioning the future, engaging outwards, and uniting teams around a common purpose.
With international experience spanning Latin America, Europe, and the United States, I bring a global perspective to business strategy and finance.
As a Senior Executive, I led transformation initiatives that: accelerated revenue growth, expanded market presence, optimized margin performance, built resilient and high-performing teams, always focused on generating strategic and sustainable value.
My leadership style is future-oriented and externally focused: I anticipate market movements, cultivate innovation, and establish partnerships that align internal capabilities with external opportunities. I prioritize clarity of purpose, empower results-driven teams, and apply a strategic vision to transform challenges into growth pathways.
Outside of work, I enjoy recharging my batteries at sea — practicing stand-up paddleboarding, traveling, or enjoying quality time with my family. I am always open to connecting, exchanging ideas, and expanding my network.
Lúcio Sugae is a senior finance executive with solid experience in corporate financial management in retail and large organizations.
He serves as CFO (Chief Financial Officer) at Carrefour Brazil, where he is responsible for leading finance strategies, controls, planning, and financial performance, as well as supporting strategic leadership decisions.
Her career includes a strong track record in governance, transforming financial processes, and supporting growth and efficiency initiatives.
He has a degree in accounting and a specialization in corporate finance from FIPECAFI.
Luís Otávio Victorino is a senior finance executive with extensive experience in the retail sector and a strong track record at prominent companies in Brazil, such as EY, Carrefour Brasil, and Sam's Club Brasil.
Currently, he serves as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Rede Supermercados BOA (Pátria Investimentos), where he leads strategic financial activities and plays a significant role in corporate management and the evolution of the organization's financial processes.
Executive, advisor, financial consultant, and entrepreneur with a solid track record in finance, business, corporate governance, and business transformation. He holds a degree in Business Administration from FEA-USP and a second degree in Accounting, possessing over 35 years of experience in executive and board positions in private companies, public institutions, and third-sector organizations.
Holds an MBA in Finance, Controllership and Auditing from FGV, in addition to specializations in Foreign Trade, Controllership and Tax Management (PEC FGV-SP). Completed the international ManageMentor program at Harvard Business University.
Currently, he is the CFO of the Butantan Foundation, having previously served as CFO for Latin America at Magneti Marelli Cofap, the largest auto parts player in the country, and Director of Controllership at Pirelli/Prysmian. He acts as a member and president of fiscal, deliberative, and advisory committees and boards in different sectors—industry, health, social security, sports, and startups.
He is certified by the IBGC as a Board Member and Fiscal Council Member, and as an Administrator of a Pension Entity by PREVIC. He has served on fiscal and deliberative councils in pension funds, as president of the Fiscal Council of MMPREV, and as a member of the Fiscal Council of Fras-le (Randon Group). Currently, he is the President of the Fiscal Council of IBEF-SP and a member of the Finance and Oversight Committee of the IBGC.
He is recognized for his strategic performance, long-term vision, and ability to build solid financial governance in organizations of varying profiles.
Marcelo Riedi is the Administrative-Financial Director of C.Vale, working in the areas of finance, credit, governance, risk, and human resources.
An economist with training in various fields of knowledge, he has 16 years of experience in the cooperative sector, having served as financial manager of Lar Cooperativa Agroindustrial between 2017 and 2022 and since then as CFO of C.Vale Cooperativa Agroindustrial, based in Palotina and operating in the production of animal protein (tilapia and chicken) as well as the commercialization of inputs and grains.
Recently, he led initiatives to optimize capital structure, with an emphasis on extending duration, reducing funding costs, mitigating refinancing risk, and diversifying funding sources, combining capital markets, dedicated structures, and alternative financing instruments.
Thirty-two years of experience in Auditing, Controlling, Finance and Operations, with a focus on...Treasury; Billing; Collections and Anti-Fraud, cash management, banking relationships,Accounting, Payroll, Engineering, Procurement, Customer Service, and IT.
• Budget planning, internal controls, and implementation of a management systemEnterprise solutions including SAP R/3, Microsiga, and TASY. Projects related to Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), IFRS, and PPMO.Use in Agile methodology (SCRUM).
• Management of cross-functional teams with complex deliverables, focusing on strong synergies.
• Experience with external auditing in European and English multinational companies.
Experience working with companies such as BB, KPMG, VIVO, Camargo Corrêa, Kroton Educacional, and AC.Camargo Cancer Center, as Leader of groups of up to 1300 professionals, highlighting skillspersonal skills such as decision-making, leadership, and communication, as well as training and...Development of multifunctional teams.
◼ Achievement: Awarded Manager of the Year in the Attitude category, with a trophy presented at the awards ceremony.Vivo's end-of-year promotion in 2001.
Miguel Cafruni is a senior finance executive with over 20 years of experience in financial leadership, business, and investor relations.
Currently serves as CFO & IRO of Riachuelo (Guararapes), where he leads sustainable growth strategies, capital management, and operational integration in one of the largest Brazilian retail groups.
Throughout his career, Miguel has held financial management positions in companies such as Hortifruti Natural da Terra, Fast Shop, Grupo Technos, and others, contributing to revenue growth, operational efficiency, and the professionalization of financial and commercial areas.
He has a degree in Accounting and is recognized for his impact on corporate transformation processes and business performance.
Rafael Nascimento is an executive with over 25 years of experience in multinational finance, having built his career leading complex restructurings and optimization processes that generated measurable impact on results.
As CFO of the Sulzer Group in Brazil and Colombia, Rafael embodies a strategic vision where finance and operations work together seamlessly. His leadership is based on three pillars:
Centralizing processes for operational efficiency, engaging people to align purposes, and using transparency as a governance tool. This model, validated in multiple corporate contexts, consolidates the financial area as a lever for organizational transformation.
Holding a degree in Economics, MBAs in Finance and Administration from Ibmec, and CFO certification from IBEF-SP, he focuses on the evolution of the contemporary financial executive: technical, strategic, and committed to building lasting value.
Renato Possancini is a senior finance executive with extensive experience in the mining industry, working in the areas of Controllership, FP&A, Treasury, Procurement, and Financial Strategy.
It has a consistent track record of strengthening its balance sheet, generating cash, achieving capital efficiency, and leading structural transformations, including cost optimization and modernization of the Procurement area.
It is recognized for combining strategic vision with disciplined execution, promoting governance, digitalization, and sustainable value creation, always in strong alignment with operational leadership and with a focus on the business's longevity.
Thirty-two years of experience in Auditing, Controlling, Finance and Operations, with a focus on...Treasury; Billing; Collections and Anti-Fraud, cash management, banking relationships,Accounting, Payroll, Engineering, Procurement, Customer Service, and IT.
• Budget planning, internal controls, and implementation of a management systemEnterprise solutions including SAP R/3, Microsiga, and TASY. Projects related to Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), IFRS, and PPMO.Use in Agile methodology (SCRUM).
• Management of cross-functional teams with complex deliverables, focusing on strong synergies.
• Experience with external auditing in European and English multinational companies.
Experience working with companies such as BB, KPMG, VIVO, Camargo Corrêa, Kroton Educacional, and AC.Camargo Cancer Center, as Leader of groups of up to 1300 professionals, highlighting skillspersonal skills such as decision-making, leadership, and communication, as well as training and...Development of multifunctional teams.
◼ Achievement: Awarded Manager of the Year in the Attitude category, with a trophy presented at the awards ceremony.Vivo's end-of-year promotion in 2001.
Miguel Cafruni is a senior finance executive with over 20 years of experience in financial leadership, business, and investor relations.
Currently serves as CFO & IRO of Riachuelo (Guararapes), where he leads sustainable growth strategies, capital management, and operational integration in one of the largest Brazilian retail groups.
Throughout his career, Miguel has held financial management positions in companies such as Hortifruti Natural da Terra, Fast Shop, Grupo Technos, and others, contributing to revenue growth, operational efficiency, and the professionalization of financial and commercial areas.
He has a degree in Accounting and is recognized for his impact on corporate transformation processes and business performance.
Rafael Nascimento is an executive with over 25 years of experience in multinational finance, having built his career leading complex restructurings and optimization processes that generated measurable impact on results.
As CFO of the Sulzer Group in Brazil and Colombia, Rafael embodies a strategic vision where finance and operations work together seamlessly. His leadership is based on three pillars:
Centralizing processes for operational efficiency, engaging people to align purposes, and using transparency as a governance tool. This model, validated in multiple corporate contexts, consolidates the financial area as a lever for organizational transformation.
Holding a degree in Economics, MBAs in Finance and Administration from Ibmec, and CFO certification from IBEF-SP, he focuses on the evolution of the contemporary financial executive: technical, strategic, and committed to building lasting value.
Renato Possancini is a senior finance executive with extensive experience in the mining industry, working in the areas of Controllership, FP&A, Treasury, Procurement, and Financial Strategy.
It has a consistent track record of strengthening its balance sheet, generating cash, achieving capital efficiency, and leading structural transformations, including cost optimization and modernization of the Procurement area.
It is recognized for combining strategic vision with disciplined execution, promoting governance, digitalization, and sustainable value creation, always in strong alignment with operational leadership and with a focus on the business's longevity.
Tatiane Mendonça is 46 years old. Married to Marco for 26 years. Mother of Nati (24) and Manu (15). Guardian of Maple, Pepper, Cholula and Brie.
Passionate about life and reading, she practices lifelong learning purely for pleasure. She holds a Master's degree in Controllership and Finance from FIPECAFI, a degree in International Trade from Mackenzie, an International MBA from Embry Riddle, a degree in Financial Engineering from FIA, and an MBA in Neuroscience from PUC. She is a founding member of W-CFO Brazil and an active member of IBEF. She is the co-author of the book "Women in Finance" and coordinator of the book "Women in Aviation." She has 25 years of experience in finance, is a former Treasurer of Gol, and currently works as CFO at Swissport and as an Advisory Board Member at AFP – Association of Finance Professionals in Brazil.
C-Level Executive with a solid track record as CFO and CEO, bringing together more than two decades of experience in complex and multi-sector corporate environments, including multinationals, private equity-controlled companies, and structures linked to investment funds, with a distinguished track record in turnaround, accelerated growth, and organizational transformation.
Holding a double bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Accounting, an MBA in Corporate Finance, and international executive training in Leadership & Negotiation from Harvard University, he built a career based on the convergence of financial rigor, strategic vision, and governance.
He led diverse capital structures — equity, structured debt, project finance, and M&A transactions — conducting fundraising, financial restructurings, deleveraging, working capital optimization, and divestitures, in addition to implementing robust models of internal controls, compliance, and executive reporting for local and international boards.
His experience as CEO, assumed after successful cycles of financial recovery, reflects cross-functional leadership and mastery of topics such as licensing, mergers and acquisitions, investor relations, and corporate control transitions, with significant value creation for shareholders.
He has worked in sectors such as retail, consumer goods, construction, services, financial technology, and industry, and is recognized for his precise communication, sophisticated analytical thinking, and ability to support highly complex strategic decisions, always focused on institutional longevity and the sustainable creation of economic value.
Thiago Adame is an accountant with a solid executive background, including an MBA in Finance, Controlling and Auditing; an MBA in Strategy and Innovation; CFO training from Insper; and the Executive Development Program from the Kellogg School of Management (Chicago, USA), in partnership with the Dom Cabral Foundation.
With over two decades of experience in Finance and Controlling, he holds the position of Finance Director at MedSênior, where he led the financial and governance evolution, supporting the company's expansion into 8 states and the increase in revenue from R$ 73 million to R$ 3.2 billion in 10 years.
He also conducted the due diligence and M&A process with the Singapore Sovereign Wealth Fund, resulting in the minority acquisition in 2021.
Thiago Macedo is Vice President of Finance and Regional CFO of Ingredion Food & Industrial Ingredients LATAM, responsible for the entire financial organization of the division in Latin America.
He leads areas such as Financial Planning & Analysis, Local and US GAAP Accounting, Credit & Collections, Treasury, Working Capital, Tax and Pricing, in addition to supporting growth strategies and business execution with regional leadership. He is also a board member of the joint venture between Arcor and Ingredion for Argentina, Chile and Uruguay.
He joined Ingredion in 2018, following a career at Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., where he was Director of Controlling in Brazil, as well as Controller in Chile and Latin America. He also served as CFO/Regional Controller for Cushman & Wakefield South America and in various financial roles at Alcoa, with international experience.
He holds a bachelor's degree in Accounting Sciences from FEA-USP, a postgraduate degree from the University of Pittsburgh, and an Executive MBA from the University of São Paulo. He also has entrepreneurial experience as the owner of Espaço Laser affiliates between 2017 and 2021.
Thiago Urbonas is the CFO of Kenvue Brazil, recognized for leading financial transformations, improving governance, and driving performance in complex operations.
He drove the acceleration of the portfolio in Brazil and led the separation of the Consumer Health business in Latin America with operational excellence.
With over 20 years of experience in multinational companies such as Johnson & Johnson, Whirlpool, and Natura, she stands out for her strategic vision, operational discipline, and ability to develop high-performance teams.
Finance executive with a career developed in large companies such as XP, Getnet and Dufrio, with a distinguished track record in Treasury, Corporate Finance and Financial Risk Management.
Throughout her career, she has led financial areas in complex and regulated environments, focusing on Funding, Debt Structuring, Working Capital Optimization, and Strategic Relationships with Financial Institutions.
With a solid background in Finance and experience in Capital Markets and Corporate Business, he leads initiatives in Financial Efficiency, Strategic Governance, and supports senior management decisions, acting as a business partner in generating long-term value.