Speakers

Andre Sales is a Managing Partner at Patria, as well as Patria Infrastructure’s Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Sales is primarily responsible for leading the Infrastructure business unit of Patria and conducting infrastructure investment strategies in Latin America. Before holding his current positions, Mr. Sales served as a Director at Patria’s M&A Advisory division, and co-CEO of ERSA (Patria’s Infrastructure Fund I).

Before joining Patria, Mr. Sales was a Senior Manager in the energy arm of Vale and a Senior Associate in the Infrastructure department of the Brazilian National Development Bank. Mr. Sales was co-founder of an internet community and marketplace that sold to Bradesco and worked at J.P. Morgan in São Paulo and New York in the M&A and Corporate Finance division.

Mr. Sales holds a bachelor’s degree in Production Engineering from Escola Politécnica da Universidade de São Paulo.

Patria Investments

Patria is a global alternative asset management firm focused on the mid-market segment, specializing in resilient sectors across select regions. We are the leading asset manager in Latin America and have a strong presence in Europe through our extensive network of General Partners relationships. Our on-the-ground presence combines investment leaders, sector experts, company managers, and strategic relationships, allowing us to identify compelling investment opportunities accessible only to those with local proficiency. With 37 years of experience and over $50 billion in assets under management, we consistently deliver attractive returns through long-term investments, while promoting inclusive and sustainable development in the regions where we operate.