Early Life and Family
Joesley Mendonça Batista was born on December 8, 1972, in Formosa, Goiás, Brazil. He is the son of José Batista Sobrinho, the founder of JBS S.A., and Flora Mendonça Batista. Joesley comes from a family deeply involved in the meatpacking industry. He is married to Ticiana Villas Boas and has five children.
Rise to Success
Joesley, along with his brother Wesley, played a crucial role in the expansion and internationalization of JBS S.A. They oversaw the acquisition of Swift & Co. in 2007, which significantly boosted JBS's presence in the U.S. market. Under their leadership, JBS grew to become the world's largest meat processing company, with operations spanning numerous countries and a diverse range of products.
Key Business Strategies
Joesley was responsible for the expansion and internationalization process of JBS S.A. which included acquiring slaughterhouses and expanding JBS's operations. He led international expansion and played a key role in JBS's main agricultural business, making it one of the biggest in Brazil.
Philanthropy
Joesley Batista is involved in philanthropy through the Instituto J&F, an educational center focused on business initiatives for various audiences. The institute aims to transform J&F's businesses into educational enterprises, focusing on the growth of people as a central part of their strategy.
