Explorer Investments Is the Main Independent Management Company Leader In Private Equity In Portugal. We manage alternative assets across three asset classes. We are pioneers in finding creative solutions and are guided by excellence.
Business Areas
At present we manage and advise Funds with net assets around 1,400M€, divided into two business areas: Private Equity and Hospitality.
About Us
What makes us stand out
Private Equity Management Company operating mostly in the Portuguese market. Our highly qualified team, with different complementary backgrounds, has already followed numerous investment and divestment processes.
Focus on generating profits and transforming businesses. Our solid experience and active management are decisive factors in creating value in each asset. We influence management decisions and support growth and divestment strategies.
Our quality of execution and excellent track record, aligned with Explorer’s investment strategies, give unique competitive advantages for all our stakeholders.
Pioneers in Private Equity in Portugal and totally independent, with the ability to respond quickly and efficiently to new investment opportunities.
Founding Partners
The two founding partners, Rodrigo Guimarães and Elizabeth Rothfield worked together in the Portuguese financial sector for three decades. In 2003, they founded Explorer Investments, today the leader in Portugal, as an independent Private Equity Fund Management company.
In January 2021, after the passing of Mr. Rodrigo Guimarães, the founding partner Elizabeth Rothfield became CEO of Explorer Investments and President of the Board.
