Jorge Paulo Lemann
Director
Miami Connection
Lemann's 3G Capital, headquartered in Miami, acquired Burger King in a landmark $3.26 billion deal, boosting the city's profile as a hub for global private equity and fast-food innovation. He has actively engaged with the local business community through virtual lectures and forums at the University of Miami Herbert Business School, inspiring students and leaders on investment strategies, risk-taking, and efficiency-driven growth. His presence elevates Miami's status in international finance and connects South Florida to Brazil's economic powerhouse.
About
Born in 1939 in Rio de Janeiro to Swiss parents, Jorge Paulo Lemann is a former national tennis champion who studied economics at Harvard University before founding Banco Garantia, turning it into Brazil's premier investment bank akin to Goldman Sachs. He co-founded 3G Capital, orchestrating massive acquisitions like AmBev's merger into Anheuser-Busch InBev, the world's largest brewer, Restaurant Brands International owning Burger King and Popeyes, and the Kraft Heinz merger with Warren Buffett. His career emphasizes cost-cutting, efficiency, and aggressive talent development by promoting young high-performers. Lemann maintains strong ties to Miami through 3G Capital's headquarters and frequent engagements at the University of Miami Herbert Business School, where he delivered keynote lectures on risk-taking and business strategy. Currently, he serves as a director at 3G Capital and Kraft Heinz while focusing on philanthropy via his Brazilian foundations.