Early Life and Education
Fernando Chico Pardo was born in Mexico City in 1952. From a modest upbringing, he developed a strong belief in the value of education, which guided him throughout his life. He graduated from Universidad Iberoamericana with a degree in Business Administration and later earned an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management.
Rise to Success
Chico Pardo began his career on Wall Street and founded Acciones y Asesoría Bursátil, a brokerage firm, in 1982. The firm later merged with Grupo Financiero Inbursa, a financial group controlled by Carlos Slim. In 2003, he became a shareholder in Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste (ASUR), which operates airports in Mexico, Puerto Rico, and Colombia. He is the Chairman of the Board of Directors of ASUR since 2005. In 2025, he acquired a 25% stake in Banamex.
Key Business Strategies
Chico Pardo's business acumen is evident in his strategic investments and leadership within ASUR, where he has overseen the expansion and modernization of airport facilities. He has also invested in the hospitality industry, acquiring hotels in Mallorca and Madrid. Additionally, he founded Promecap, a private equity firm focused on investments in Mexican companies.
Philanthropy
Fernando Chico Pardo is actively involved in philanthropy, supporting initiatives related to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities for underprivileged populations. He is involved in several NGOs that support education and environmental causes. He is also a member of the Board of Trustees of the Fundación Olga y Rufino Tamayo, which promotes contemporary international art in Mexico.
