Early Life
Luis Enrique Yarur Rey was born in Santiago, Chile, on December 18, 1950. He is the son of Carlos Yarur Banna and María Luisa Rey González. His father was of Palestinian origin. He attended the Colegio del Verbo Divino and later pursued studies in law at the Pontificia Universidad Católica, completing his degree at the University of Navarra in Spain.
Rise to Success
Yarur Rey's career is deeply intertwined with Banco de Crédito e Inversiones (BCI), a bank founded in 1937 by his great-uncle Juan Yarur Lolas. He holds a significant stake in the bank through Empresas Juan Yarur S.A.C. He joined the BCI Board of Directors in October 1991. He served as CEO of BCI for 11 years and is currently the Chairman of the bank. Under his leadership, BCI expanded its operations, including the acquisition of City National Bank of Florida in 2015, marking the first time a Chilean bank purchased a U.S. financial institution.
Key Business Strategies
Yarur Rey's success is linked to his strategic vision for BCI. He has been instrumental in growing the bank and expanding its presence, particularly in the United States. He has also been involved in the digital transformation of BCI, embracing technological advancements to enhance customer service and operational efficiency. BCI has a history of innovation, being the first bank to launch an online platform in 1978 and a full digital channel in 1998.
Philanthropy
Information about his specific philanthropic activities is not readily available. However, the Yarur family, as a whole, is known for its contributions to society. Luis Enrique Yarur Rey is a member of Opus Dei, a Catholic group with a mission to spread the Christian message.
