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Empowering Brazil's Growth
through Thoughtful Partnerships
Blue Bird Family Office is a diversified,
multi-asset class, family-owned investment
company.

About Us

Blue Bird Family Office is a family-run investment office dedicated to perpetuating wealth and fostering growth. With a foundation deeply rooted in our Lebanese heritage, we focus on promoting Brazil’s economic potential through strategic, well-informed investments. Our strong ties to the Brazilian market empower us to navigate its evolving landscape with precision and foresight.

Beyond our robust presence in Brazil, we maintain a diversified global portfolio that encompasses direct investments and strategic collaborations with fund managers. Our aim is to partner with industry leaders to identify promising opportunities and drive growth across a variety of sectors.

As a trusted partner for international investors, we provide the insights and expertise needed to facilitate successful market entry. Our emphasis on building meaningful partnerships enhances Brazil’s vibrant investment landscape while honoring the core values of integrity and community central to our family’s ethos.

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Our Approach

  • Global Investment Strategy: Our diversified portfolio encompasses both domestic and international opportunities, allowing us to strategically invest across asset classes worldwide to optimize returns.
  • Local Insight, Global Perspective: With decades of experience, we provide a nuanced understanding of Brazilian markets, helping international investors make informed decisions.
  • Cultural Heritage: Our roots underscore the importance of community, resilience and integrity. We carry these values into our work, ensuring our partnerships are built on trust and mutual respect.
  • Building Connections: We cultivate relationships not only within Brazil but also with global partners, aligning interests and exploring collaborative opportunities that enhance value for all stakeholders.

Our Heritage

The story of Blue Bird Family Office is one of resilience, ambition, and a commitment to excellence that transcends generations. Our family’s journey began with humble origins and has evolved into a legacy of entrepreneurial success and impactful contributions to Brazil’s growth.

1900
Humble Origins

Elias and Feiz, the family’s patriarchs, immigrate to Brazil from Zahle, Lebanon, in search of refuge from a devastating famine. Their journey embodies the strength and resilience of their heritage, laying a solid foundation for future generations.

1920s
Entrepreneurial Spirit
Embracing the entrepreneurial spirit typical of Lebanese immigrants, the brothers thrive in commerce. After years as traveling textile merchants, they establish their first textile store, marking the beginning of their business journey.

1950s
Financial Acumen
Success in the textile trade paves the way for expansion, culminating in the strategic acquisition of a small bank. This move highlights their financial expertise and unwavering commitment to growth.

1960s
Real Estate Development and Urban Landmark

The family diversifies into the real estate market, rapidly becoming prominent developers in Brazil. Recognizing the potential presented by São Paulo’s expansion, they construct the Mirante do Vale, the tallest building in the city for over 48 years.

1900 Humble Origins

Elias and Feiz, the family's patriarchs, immigrate to Brazil from Zahle, Lebanon, in search of refuge from a devastating famine, laying a solid foundation for future generations.

1920s Entrepreneurial
Spirit

Embracing the entrepreneurial spirit typical of Lebanese immigrants, the brothers thrive in commerce. After years as traveling textile merchants, they establish their first textile store, marking the beginning of their business journey.

1950s Financial Acumen

Success in the textile trade paves the way for expansion, culminating in the strategic acquisition of a small bank, highlighting their financial expertise and unwavering commitment to growth.

1960s Real Estate Development

The family diversifies into the real estate market, rapidly becoming prominent developers in Brazil. Recognizing the potential presented by São Paulo’s expansion, they construct the Mirante do Vale, the tallest building in the city for over 48 years.

1970s Exploring Agriculture

The family expands into the sugar and ethanol sectors, as well as the pulp and paper industries, through the establishment of Ripasa. This marks their significant entry into Brazil’s agribusiness landscape and further diversifies their portfolio.

1980s Growth and Expansion

Continuing to evolve, the family propels Ripasa to become Latin America’s second-largest pulp producer. Their construction business also flourishes, underscoring their sustained influence across multiple industries.

1990s Going Public

Ripasa successfully completes an Initial Public Offering (IPO), unlocking international market opportunities and providing the family with the capital to further expand their business interests.

2000s Strategic Evolution

Ripasa is sold to a Brazilian conglomerate, enabling the family to strategically realign their focus. They establish Blue Bird Holdings to manage their real estate portfolio, pursue direct investments, and optimize international asset allocation for continued growth.

1900
Humble Origins

1920s
Entrepreneurial Spirit

1950s
Financial Acumen

1960s
Real Estate Development

  • Elias and Feiz, the family's patriarchs, immigrate to Brazil from Zahle, Lebanon, in search of refuge from a devastating famine, laying a solid foundation for future generations.

2000s
Strategic Evolution

  • Embracing the entrepreneurial spirit typical of Lebanese immigrants, the brothers thrive in commerce. After years as traveling textile merchants, they establish their first textile store, marking the beginning of their business journey.

1990s
Going Public

  • Success in the textile trade paves the way for expansion, culminating in the strategic acquisition of a small bank, highlighting their financial expertise and unwavering commitment to growth.

1980s
Growth and Expansion

  • The family diversifies into the real estate market, rapidly becoming prominent developers in Brazil. Recognizing the potential presented by São Paulo’s expansion, they construct the Mirante do Vale, the tallest building in the city for over 48 years.

1970s
Exploring Agriculture

  • Ripasa is sold to a Brazilian conglomerate, enabling the family to strategically realign their focus. They establish Blue Bird Family Office to manage their real estate portfolio, pursue direct investments, and optimize international asset allocation for continued growth.
  • Ripasa successfully completes an Initial Public Offering (IPO), unlocking international market opportunities and providing the family with the capital to further expand their business interests.
  • Continuing to evolve, the family propels Ripasa to become Latin America’s second-largest pulp producer. Their construction business also flourishes, underscoring their sustained influence across multiple industries.
  • The family expands into the sugar and ethanol sectors, as well as the pulp and paper industries, through the establishment of Ripasa. This marks their significant entry into Brazil’s agribusiness landscape and further diversifies their portfolio.

Investments

At Blue Bird Family Office, our investment approach is driven by a commitment to strategic growth and maximizing returns. We capitalize on opportunities both within Brazil and internationally, leveraging our expertise to build a diversified portfolio across various asset classes. Our investments are meticulously selected to enhance value and achieve competitive results, emphasizing financial performance and sustainable growth.

We invest across public and private markets, in Brazil and internationally, through funds and direct positions. As principals, we are most active in real estate and special situations.
Beyond these, the family allocates globally across public equities, private equity, private credit, venture capital and hedge funds, primarily through funds.

Brazil

Agribusiness

We invest in innovative ventures that focus on sustainable farming practices and technology integration. Our portfolio includes investments in leading agricultural companies and startups that enhance crop yields, promote environmental stewardship, and involve the acquisition of farmland and timber projects.

Energy

We invest in renewable energy projects, including solar and wind initiatives, to support Brazil’s sustainable energy goals. Our focus is on innovative solutions that enhance energy efficiency and align with global trends in clean energy.

Infrastructure

We are committed to investing in projects that drive growth and enhance connectivity across Brazil. Our investments include transportation networks, logistics improvements, urban development initiatives, as well as road infrastructure and power transmission.

Real Estate

Our real estate investments encompass a diverse range of projects, including residential developments, commercial properties, and hospitality ventures. We aim to acquire and develop quality spaces that meet the needs of the urban population and enhance overall living experiences.

Special Situations

We deploy capital in structured credit and preferred equity transactions. This includes the acquisition of precatórios and legal claims, as well as investments in litigation finance. We actively purchase NPL portfolios and invest in companies undergoing restructuring.

Technology

We invest in technology ventures that drive disruption across industries. Our focus includes supporting startups and later-stage companies leveraging advancements in artificial intelligence, financial services, digital infrastructure, and enterprise software.

Global

Hedge Funds

Through deep analysis and data tracking, we invest in a wide variety of hedge fund strategies to create a diversified and low-correlation portfolio that can withstand market volatility and generate returns even in market downturns.

Private Credit

We invest in private credit exclusively through funds, providing flexible financing solutions to businesses. Our emphasis is on delivering reliable funding while ensuring attractive risk-adjusted returns.

Private Equity

We engage in private equity by targeting established companies poised for growth. By offering capital and strategic support, we aim to drive operational improvements and maximize potential.

Public Equities

We strategically invest in public equities across various sectors worldwide, focusing on companies with strong growth potential and sound fundamentals to generate long-term value.

Real Estate

Our global real estate investments encompass a diverse range of properties, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. Additionally, we provide bridge loans to facilitate project financing and enhance overall returns.

Venture Capital

We focus on venture capital investments in innovative startups across multiple industries, utilizing both direct investments and venture capital funds to identify disruptive technologies and scalable business models.

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1920s ·
From Zahle to Brazil
1960s ·
Real Estate
1970s ·
Agriculture and Industry
1990s to 2000s ·
A new chapter
  • Elias and Feiz leave Zahle, Lebanon and settle in Brazil, beginning as traveling textile merchants before opening their first store.
  • The family becomes one of São Paulo's leading real estate developers, growing alongside the city's expansion.
  • The family expands into sugar and ethanol, and into pulp and paper, building an industrial presence alongside its real estate business.
  • The pulp and paper business grows into one of Latin America's largest producers and goes public. Its later sale allows the family to consolidate its holdings into a dedicated family office.
2020s ·
Abu Dhabi
  • The next generation establishes the family office's international base in Abu Dhabi, connecting Brazil and the Gulf.