Arthur O'keefe

Founder & Co-Managing Partner

2021 - Current

At Bamboo DCM, I lead efforts to transform Brazil’s Debt Capital Markets by offering strategic, customized financial solutions. As an independent boutique, Bamboo DCM facilitates seamless connections between businesses and institutional investors. • Shape Bamboo DCM’s strategic vision, driving business development and market positioning. • Spearhead the structuring of sophisticated debt instruments, including FIDCs, CRIs, Notas Comerciais, and Debêntures. • Foster partnerships with issuers, investors, and asset managers to deliver innovative and scalable solutions.

Compliance and AML Officer

2024

Bamboo Securitizadora S.A., the regulated subsidiary of Bamboo DCM, is a registered dealer with Brazil’s Securities Regulator (CVM) and adheres to the ANBIMA Code of Conduct. • Promote a culture of compliance, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. • Oversee robust risk management frameworks and AML protocols to safeguard operations.

Growth Equity Investor (via Movile)

2013

"When companies grow quickly, there are more things to do than people to do them. If you’re offered a seat on a rocket ship, don’t ask what seat. Just get on." I have been deeply involved with iFood since its early days through my role at Movile, overseeing its growth as a Board Member and later as Interim CFO. During my tenure as CFO, I successfully led a $500M USD fundraising round, driving iFood's rapid expansion to become one of the fastest-scaling startups in Latin America and a leader in the region’s food delivery sector. Even after leaving Movile, I maintain a personal equity stake in iFood, which today constitutes the majority of Movile’s value. iFood remains one of the most prominent technology companies in Latin America, with Movile as its holding company. Key Roles at iFood: • Board Member (2014 – 2019) and Board Observer (2013 – 2021): Contributed to strategic decisions, financial controls, and scaling efforts, while providing guidance and oversight during key growth phases. • Interim CFO (2018): Successfully led a $500M USD fundraising round, ensuring financial stability to support aggressive growth.

Board Member (2014 – 2019) and Board Observer (2013 – 2021)

2013 - 2021

Interim CFO

2018 - 2018

Private Investor & Partner (through Movile / iFood)

2019

Private investor in Prosus (OTC: PROSY), one of the world’s largest technology investors. Also partnered with Prosus through my equity stake in Movile, the controlling shareholder of iFood. • Collaborated with Prosus during my tenure at Movile, supporting the growth and success of key portfolio companies such as iFood.

Anchor Investor and Investment Committee Member

2021

Scale-Up Ventures is a co-investment-focused venture capital fund that uses a rules-based investment approach to support high-growth startups connected to Endeavor’s ecosystem. The fund focuses on empowering innovative companies at pivotal stages of growth. • Validate investment criteria and ensure adherence to the fund's rules-based approach in all investment decisions. • Oversee the alignment of proposed investments with the fund’s strategy, supporting scalable and impactful opportunities. • Contribute to the fund’s mission of fostering entrepreneurship and sustainable growth within Brazil’s startup ecosystem.

Independent Director

2021

Advising ClearSale on strategy and governance to support its growth and market leadership. • Shape strategic planning and ensure alignment between the board and stakeholders. • Promote transparency and guide growth strategies in Brazil’s tech-driven markets.

Endeavor Ambassador

2022

Mentoring high-impact entrepreneurs and contributing to Endeavor’s efforts to scale innovation in Brazil. • Guide high-growth startups in navigating challenges and achieving strategic goals. • Contribute to the Endeavor Scale-Up Ventures Fund, guiding investment decisions.

Limited Partner

2021

Monte Partners is an investment firm specializing in infrastructure assets that drive Brazil’s economic growth, including toll roads and Guarulhos International Airport, through the M Rodovias FIP fund.

Co-Founder

2021

Estrear Strategic Growth Capital partners with exceptional entrepreneurs to support the development of transformative technology companies and innovative ventures. As a family office, Estrear also invests as a limited partner in select funds and vehicles aligned with a long-term vision for sustainable growth. • Build a diversified portfolio across sectors and geographies, encompassing venture capital, private credit, and infrastructure investments. • Invest directly in high-growth companies, including Creditas, iFood, Cloud Humans, Energy Source, Mercury, and Percent. • Serve as a limited partner in top-tier funds such as Endeavor Scale-Up Ventures Fund, Atman Capital, Marathon Ventures, Latitud, and FJ Labs, among others. • Expand investments into private credit opportunities through Yieldstreet, Gridline, and JPMorgan. Estrear’s portfolio reflects a commitment to fostering innovation and driving impactful growth across a wide range of industries.

Shareholder and Strategic Advisor

2013

Shareholder at Movile, a holding company and the controlling shareholder of iFood—one of Latin America’s leading technology companies—and Sympla. As Group CFO and later as Chief Strategy Officer: • Oversaw regional M&A, strategy, business development, accounting, treasury, and FP&A functions, guiding Movile’s evolution into a strategic investment platform. • Directed key initiatives, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and capital raises, driving value creation across Movile’s portfolio. • Executed significant transactions such as the sale of Wavy to Sinch, Cinepapaya to Fandango, and PlayKids to Sandbox, along with multiple investment rounds for iFood. • Managed capital allocation, investor relations, and the execution of key growth initiatives, reinforcing Movile’s leadership in the region’s tech ecosystem.

Chief Strategy Officer & Managing Director of M&A

2019 - 2021

Group CFO and Managing Director of Strategy & Corporate Development (M&A)

2012 - 2019

Partner & Director

2009 - 2013

Mauá Sekular Investimentos | Latam Credit Investment Fund Played a pivotal role in establishing and managing the financial operations of Mauá Sekular, a Latin American credit investment fund. • Built and led the financial operations department for offshore funds, overseeing accounting, reporting, and compliance. • Implemented a robust investment and ERP system, enhancing operational efficiency and accuracy. • Developed and maintained a comprehensive risk management framework to safeguard assets and support sustainable growth.