Gustavo Gesser
About Gustavo Gesser
Gustavo Gesser is a Senior Corporate Counsel currently working at VISTRA in Luxembourg, specializing in advising multinational companies on international transactions. He has extensive experience in corporate law, having held various positions in Brazil and Luxembourg, and possesses multiple advanced degrees in law and business.
Work at Vistra
Gustavo Gesser has been employed at Vistra as a Senior Corporate Counsel since 2023. In this role, he provides legal advice and support to multinational companies, focusing on international transactions. His position in Luxembourg allows him to leverage his extensive experience in corporate law and governance.
Previous Experience in Corporate Governance
Before joining Vistra, Gustavo Gesser worked at CBRE Luxembourg as an Associate Corporate Governance from 2022 to 2023. His responsibilities included advising on corporate governance matters. He also served as Chief Legal Officer at CCBRALUX - Chambre de Commerce du Brésil au Luxembourg from 2020 to 2021, where he managed legal affairs and compliance.
Education and Expertise
Gustavo Gesser holds multiple degrees in law and business. He earned a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Universidade do Vale do Itajaí and a Master of Laws (LLM) in Business and Corporate Law from Faculdade Cesusc. He also completed a second LLM in Brazil Civil Procedural Law at Universidade do Sul de Santa Catarina. Additionally, he pursued executive education in Mergers & Acquisitions at Imperial College Business School.
Background and Career Development
Gustavo Gesser moved to Luxembourg in 2021 to explore career opportunities in a robust financial market. Prior to his relocation, he owned and operated a law firm in Brazil for seven years. His experience includes advising on securitization operations and holding structures while working at Intertrust Group Sarl in Luxembourg.
Speaking Engagements and Professional Development
Gustavo Gesser has participated as a speaker on topics related to corporate law, sharing his insights and expertise with peers in the field. He has also engaged in professional development through various courses, including a Project Management Certificate from Google and an Extension Course in Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law from Insper Instituto de Ensino e Pesquisa.