Early Life and Education
Fernando Chico Pardo was born in Mexico City on February 15, 1952. He pursued higher education, earning a Bachelor of Business Administration from Universidad Iberoamericana and later an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management. His academic foundation set the stage for a successful career in business and finance.
Rise to Success
Chico Pardo's career began with his first business, Acciones y Asesoría Bursátil, a brokerage firm he launched at the age of 27. The firm later merged with Grupo Financiero Inbursa, controlled by Carlos Slim, where Chico Pardo served as CEO. In 2003, he became a shareholder in Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste (ASUR), marking his entry into the airport infrastructure sector. He became a controlling shareholder of ASUR in 2004.
Key Business Strategies
His primary source of wealth is airport management. As Chairman of the Board of ASUR, he has overseen the operation of airports across Mexico, Puerto Rico, and Colombia. Additionally, he founded Promecap, a private equity firm focused on investments in Mexican companies. Beyond airports, he has invested in the hospitality industry.
Philanthropy
Chico Pardo is involved in several NGOs supporting education and environmental causes. He is active in organizations dedicated to health, education, journalism, the environment, and the arts. He is a member of the Board of Trustees of the Fundación Olga y Rufino Tamayo.