Early Life and Education
Alexandre Behring was born in Brazil in 1967. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC/RJ). Driven by a desire for further knowledge, he pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree at Harvard Business School, graduating in 1995. During his time at Harvard, he was recognized as a Baker Scholar and Loeb Scholar, demonstrating exceptional academic achievements.
Rise to Success
Behring's career began with co-founding Modus OSI Technologies, a technology company in 1989. From 1994 to 2004, he was a Partner and Board Member at GP Investimentos, the largest private-equity firm in Latin America. In 1998, he co-founded América Latina Logística (ALL), a private sector railroad company. In 2004, Behring co-founded 3G Capital, a global investment firm. He played a pivotal role in 3G's acquisition of Heinz in 2013 and has been instrumental in the success of Restaurant Brands International and The Kraft Heinz Company.
Key Business Strategies
Behring's investment strategy focuses on long-term value creation. His approach involves identifying opportunities with potential for profitable, long-term growth. He is known for building efficient companies through a culture of meritocracy and ownership, reinvesting aggressively in brands and businesses through product innovation and effective marketing.
Philanthropy
Behring co-founded The Behring Foundation, a nonprofit family foundation, which is dedicated to empowering youth and promoting social development. His philanthropic efforts are focused on education, health, and community development, with a particular emphasis on supporting programs that provide opportunities for underprivileged individuals.
