Vicky Safra & family

Early Life

Vicky Safra, born Vicky Sarfati on July 1, 1952, in Thessaloniki, Greece. Her family emigrated to Brazil in the 1950s. She married Joseph Safra in 1969 at the age of 17.

Rise to Success

Vicky Safra's wealth stems from the global banking operations of the Safra Group, primarily established through the expansion of Banco Safra in Brazil by her late husband, Joseph Safra. Following Joseph Safra's death in December 2020, Vicky and her four children inherited his vast fortune. She now leads the Joseph Safra Philanthropic Foundation, supporting various causes including education, healthcare, and cultural initiatives.

Key Business Strategies

The Safra Group's success is attributed to trust, discretion, and conservative financial practices. The family maintains significant control over the Safra Group's banking empire, managing over $200 billion in assets across approximately 30 countries. The family focuses on long-term stability and maintains a low public profile, prioritizing family and philanthropy. Under Vicky Safra's guidance, the Safra family continues to expand their empire, with Jacob Safra overseeing international operations, and David Safra managing Banco Safra in Brazil.

Philanthropy

Vicky Safra heads the Joseph Safra Philanthropic Foundation, which supports education, healthcare, and cultural preservation. The foundation supports healthcare, education, and cultural initiatives. The family also supports hospitals such as Albert Einstein and Sírio-Libanês in Brazil.