Matias Oscar Pejko Senior Asset Manager
areas of expertise
- Business transformation
- Restructuring and turnaround
- Integration
- Growth strategy
- M&A transaction support
education
- MBA, Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University
- BS, engineering, Technical University of Denmark
- MBA, Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University
Since 2006, Matias Oscar Pejko has been a partner, director, and CFO at FARO Capital SA, a financial engineering company specializing in investment project analysis, structuring, implementation, and operation, with a focus on agribusiness for export markets. FARO Capital SA partners strategically with Ombú Investment Group. This family office contributes significantly to Argentina’s retail industry by acquiring franchises like Freddo and Farmacity in collaboration with Pegasus Fund.
In this role, Matias manages business, administrative, accounting, tax, and financial operations, oversees information management for investors and partners, and leads human resources and technology initiatives. Notable achievements include launching the Pecan Nut Business Unit in 2007, raising USD 20 million for institutional investors, and structuring a combined productive real estate venture with a total investment of USD 13 million. Matias also led the development of a traditional agricultural fund and restructured the Organic Honey Business Unit, securing over USD 1.5 million in financial aid from multilateral institutions and government programs.
From 2004 to 2006, Matias was involved in project distribution at FARO Capital SA, supporting start-up project distribution in capital rounds and reporting to investors. As an independent financial advisor for UEFIC Batiment Real Estate (2003-2018), Matias helped raise funds for real estate redevelopment and managed investor accounts, contributing to over 20 building acquisitions in Argentina.
Previously, Matias held various roles, including planning & reporting head at First City Recovery SA (2005-2006), CEO associate at Jugos del Sur SA (2004-2005), and strategic planner and business development officer at Citi (2000-2002).