SÃO PAULO - Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI), a leading global investment bank, has appointed Rafael Pereira as a Senior Advisor to bolster the firm's technology sector advisory services in Brazil. The announcement came earlier this week, signaling the bank's commitment to expanding its presence in the Brazilian market.
Pereira brings with him over twenty years of experience in the technology sector, including a significant role as co-founder of Open Co, a prominent Brazilian FinTech company. His background spans various leadership positions at companies like Enova, KPMG, BRQ Digital Solutions, and IBM (NYSE:IBM). Pereira's expertise is expected to enhance Houlihan Lokey's capabilities in supporting local technology companies through their growth phases.
Bruno Baratta, Houlihan Lokey’s Head of Brazil, expressed enthusiasm for Pereira's joining, highlighting the unique combination of his extensive network and creative approach with the firm's established Technology and FinTech industry groups. The groups comprise around 200 financial professionals, poised to assist clients at different stages of their development.
Pereira also commented on his new role, noting the consolidation of Brazil's technology ecosystem in recent years and the opportunities it presents for both local and global companies, as well as financial investors. He emphasized Houlihan Lokey's readiness to serve a diverse client base in this dynamic environment.
In addition to his corporate achievements, Pereira has influenced Brazil's tech and financial sectors through his board membership at Paraná Banco and presidency of the Brazilian FinTech association ABCD. His advocacy for regulatory reforms aimed at financial inclusion and support for initiatives like PIX and Open Finance have been noteworthy.
Pereira's educational background includes an MBA from Columbia Business School and an engineering degree from PUC Rio de Janeiro, along with completing the OPM program at Harvard Business School.
Houlihan Lokey, recognized for its independent advice and intellectual rigor, holds a leading position in global M&A transactions. The firm's accolades include being the top M&A advisor in the U.S. for nine consecutive years and the top global restructuring advisor for ten consecutive years, according to LSEG data.
This strategic appointment is based on a press release statement and reflects Houlihan Lokey's efforts to enhance its advisory services in Brazil's evolving technology landscape.
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