Early Life
Joao Roberto Marinho was born on September 16, 1953, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He is the third of four children of Roberto Marinho, the founder of Grupo Globo. He comes from a family with a strong legacy in the media industry.
Rise to Success
Joao Roberto Marinho began his career as a journalist at 'O Globo,' the flagship publication of the Globo Organizations. He progressed through various roles within the company, including Chairman of the Editorial Board and Vice President of Grupo Globo. He played a key role in the continued success and expansion of the Globo Organizations.
Key Business Strategies
Under his leadership, Grupo Globo expanded and diversified its operations. The company has expanded to include television, radio, newspapers, magazines, the internet, and other digital media platforms. Joao Roberto is a part of the family that controls Grupo Globo, which owns Rede Globo, one of the world's largest commercial TV networks. He has declared that even today, 'the best media is still paper.'
Philanthropy
The Marinho family, including Joao Roberto, has contributed to establishing museums in Brazil, such as the Museum of Tomorrow, the Football Museum, and the Museum of the Portuguese Language. Jose Roberto Marinho leads the family's philanthropy through the Roberto Marinho Foundation.