Francisco Cesari
About Francisco Cesari
Francisco Cesari serves as the Senior Finance Director and CFO for Brazil at American Tower, a position he has held since 2023. He has extensive experience in finance and treasury management across various companies in Latin America, including roles at American Tower, Unilever, and Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional.
Current Role as Senior Finance Director at American Tower
Francisco Cesari currently serves as the Senior Finance Director and CFO for Brazil at American Tower, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing financial operations and strategy within the Brazilian market, contributing to the company's regional growth and financial health.
Previous Experience at American Tower
Prior to his current role, Francisco Cesari worked at American Tower in various capacities. He served as Finance Director from 2020 to 2023, managing financial strategies and operations. Earlier, he was the Senior Manager of Latin America Regional Treasury from 2016 to 2019 and Manager of Finance from 2014 to 2016, where he focused on financial management and treasury operations across the region.
Educational Background in Economics and Business Administration
Francisco Cesari holds a Master's Degree in Economics from Insper Instituto de Ensino e Pesquisa, which he completed in 2014. He also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from FGV EAESP - Escola de Administração de Empresas de São Paulo da Fundação Getulio Vargas, graduating in 2006. His education has provided a strong foundation for his career in finance.
Professional Experience in Finance and Investment
Francisco Cesari has a diverse background in finance and investment. He worked as an Investment Manager at Banco Daycoval from 2010 to 2011 and as Head of Business Valuation & M&A at Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional from 2011 to 2014. Additionally, he served as an Investment Analyst at GWI Asset Management from 2007 to 2010, gaining extensive experience in financial analysis and investment strategies.
Teaching and Leadership Development
Francisco Cesari has contributed to academia as an Assistant Professor at Insper from 2015 to 2017, where he lectured on corporate finance to master's degree students. He has also completed Leadership Executive Education programs at Harvard Business School and INSEAD, enhancing his leadership skills and strategic thinking in finance.