Early Life
Eduardo Francisco Costantini was born on September 17, 1946, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He came from a middle-class family, with seven siblings. His father was a businessman, and his mother was a homemaker. Costantini earned a bachelor's degree in economics from Universidad Católica Argentina in 1971 and a master's degree in quantitative economics from the University of East Anglia, England, in 1975.
Rise to Success
Costantini began his career in finance, working as a controller and finance director at Penta S.A. He later became a stockbroker and president of Consultatio Bursátil SA. In 1991, he founded Consultatio Asset Management, focusing on investment funds, and Consultatio S.A., specializing in large real estate projects. Through Consultatio S.A., he developed Nordelta, the largest real estate venture in Argentina. Costantini's business acumen led him to become a billionaire, with ventures in real estate in Argentina and the U.S.. He also developed Oceana Key Biscayne and Oceana Bal Harbour in Miami.
Key Business Strategies
Costantini's key strategies involved identifying opportunities in Argentina's volatile economy and diversifying his investments. He focused on high-end real estate projects and introduced the concept of master-planned communities in Argentina. His ability to recognize and capitalize on market trends, such as the demand for exclusive gated communities, contributed significantly to his success.
Philanthropy
Costantini founded the Eduardo F. Costantini Foundation in 1995 to promote cultural and educational activities. He is also the founder and chairman of the Museum of Latin American Art of Buenos Aires (MALBA). In 2001, he donated over 220 Latin American artworks to open MALBA. The museum has a collection of over 700 works by modern and contemporary artists.
