Joao Junqueira

Joao Junqueira is one of the founding partners of BlueOak Investments, a São Paulo-based investment firm focused on special situations and alternative asset allocation strategies in Brazil.13

Key points about Joao Junqueira:

Professional Experience

• Founding Partner at BlueOak Investments, based in São Paulo, Brazil34
• Over 15 years of experience in Private Equity and Special Situations in Brazil and Latin America2
• Has led investments totaling over R$20 Billion throughout his career2

Board Positions

Junqueira has served on the boards of several companies, including:

• Magnesita
• San Antonio
• BHG
• BR Towers
• Beleza Natural
• Allis
• Grupo SBF (current)2

Background

• Previously worked at GP Investments, where he held positions as CFO and manager of various funds1
• Focused on investing in and managing the recovery of distressed assets or assets belonging to parent groups experiencing financial crises1

Education

• Graduated from the University of São Paulo3

Junqueira co-founded BlueOak Investments along with other experienced professionals in the financial sector, including Beny Podlubny (former global head of XP Private) and Meton Morais (previously at Starboard Restructuring Partners).1 The firm aims to tap into the growing demand for alternative asset allocation strategies among private banking clients in Brazil, with a particular focus on special situations and distressed assets.1