He had the honor of meeting Mr. Mandela and contributed millions of dollars to support infrastructure changes during South Africa's apartheid transition from 1992 to 1994.
MIAMI, FL, October 24, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Ferdinand Ruano-Arroyo has been included in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. Ruano-Arroyo is a distinguished chief executive officer, financier, real estate developer and investor with an extensive career spanning over four decades. He is associated with several prominent firms, including Private Equity Solutions (PES) LLC, Pentas LLC, Panoramic Fund LLC and FRA Services LLC. His expertise in consulting and wealth management has earned him recognition as a leader in his field.
In 1981, Mr. Ruano-Arroyo began his career as a broker, eventually establishing his own investment firm in 1995. His approach to wealth and asset management extends beyond traditional markets into nontraditional areas such as private equity and real estate development. This strategy allows for greater investor control and prioritizes client success over profits. His motto is to consistently achieve superior returns to enhance people's wealth, financial independence and retirement security.
By 2008, Mr. Ruano-Arroyo conceptualized PES, officially registering the company in 2010. As the chief executive officer of PES, he has led various real estate developments aimed at addressing housing shortages and improving infrastructure. Additionally, he has been overseeing Pentas since 2017, which created the lease-to-purchase program to develop projects for PES. In 2021, he took on the role of chief executive officer at Panoramic Fund, focusing on income properties in the United States and in Puerto Rico under Act 60. FRA Services, established in 2008, serves as the management company guiding these subsidiaries.
Instrumental in Mr. Ruano-Arroyo's professional success have been his educational achievements. He earned a bachelor's degree in finance from the University of South Florida, followed by a Master of Business Administration from Loyola University New Orleans, where he graduated cum laude.
Although Mr. Ruano-Arroyo's dedication to creating wealth for others and ensuring their financial independence stands as his most notable achievement, his career is marked by other significant accomplishments, including helping secure the Nelson Mandela government by raising capital during South Africa's apartheid transition from 1992 to 1994. He had the honor of meeting Mr. Mandela and contributed millions of dollars to support infrastructure changes during this period.
During his career, Mr. Ruano-Arroyo has been an active member of several industry-related organizations, including the Latin Builders Association, the Orlando Chamber of Commerce, the Miami Board of Realtors, the Financial Analysts and Builders Association and Phi Beta Kappa. He has received various performance awards throughout his professional journey as an investment manager, sales representative and broker. Beyond his career endeavors, he is involved in civic-minded organizations such as his local church and has been a speaker at financial literacy conferences.
Looking ahead, Mr. Ruano-Arroyo plans to address the shortage of new homes in Florida by making them affordable for young couples through a lease-to-purchase program. He aims to develop between 100 and 120 homes annually while growing his business by $200 million. His vision includes mentoring young professionals, promoting equality and contributing to economic development.
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