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Francisco Jose Riberas Mera

Net Worth
$1.625B
+1.67% (24h)
Francisco Jose Riberas Mera, a prominent Spanish businessman, holds an estimated net worth of $2.6 billion, earning his place among the world's billionaires through his involvement in the steel and automotive industries. His wealth stems from his leadership as Executive Chairman of Gestamp Automoción, a global leader in automotive component manufacturing. Riberas Mera's career began at Gonvarri Group, later he founded Gestamp in 1997. He holds degrees in Law, Economics, and Business Administration. He serves on the boards of Telefonica and CIE Automotive.

The Full Dossier

Early Life

Francisco Jose Riberas Mera was born in Madrid on June 1, 1964. He earned degrees in Law and Economics and Business Administration from the University Pontificia de Comillas (ICADE E-3) in Madrid in 1987 and 1988, respectively.

Rise to Success

Riberas Mera began his professional career at Gonvarri Group, where he held various positions, including Director of Corporate Development and CEO. In 1997, he founded Gestamp Automoción, and has served as its Executive Chairman since March 2017. The company was built from his family's steel trading business, which was founded by his father.

Key Business Strategies

Under Riberas Mera's leadership, Gestamp has expanded globally, establishing a network of factories to serve major automakers in their key markets. He took the company public on the Madrid stock exchange in 2017. The company focuses on the design, development, and manufacturing of metal components for the automotive industry.

Philanthropy

Gestamp has a foundation which focuses on improving the quality of life for people and the environment and concentrates its efforts on education, mobility, and sustainability.

Career Timeline

2017

Executive Chairman

Became Executive Chairman of Gestamp Automoción.

1997

Founded Gestamp Automoción

Founded Gestamp Automoción and became the Executive Chairman.

1989

Business Management

Began professional career in Business Management at Gonvarri Group.

Philanthropic Impact

Environment and EducationUndisclosed

Gestamp Foundation

Focuses on improving the quality of life of people and the environment, concentrating on education, mobility, and sustainability.

Wealth Trajectory