Rafael Menna

Director, São Paulo, Brazil

Rafael Menna, Director at Horwath HTL Brazil, brings a wealth of experience with 14 years dedicated to managing real estate, hospitality, industrial ventures, as well as operations in food and beverage and franchising.


Bio

Rafael Menna, Director at Horwath HTL Brazil, brings a wealth of experience with 14 years dedicated to managing real estate, hospitality, industrial ventures, as well as operations in food and beverage and franchising. With a background in Business Administration and specialisation in Financial Management, Auditing, Controllership, and Taxation, Rafael’s expertise spans key areas critical to the success of complex enterprises.

Throughout his career, Rafael has held executive roles such as Financial Director, Operations Director, CFO, CEO, and Vice President in national and multinational organisations with up to 3,000 employees. Notable references in his professional journey include Banco Central do Brasil (BACEN), COLCCI, Indústria de Água Mineral Itiquira, Capital Steak House, and Grupo Nobile Hotéis, reflecting the breadth and depth of his corporate experience.

Rafael is recognised for his strong interpersonal skills, persuasive communication, strategic planning, and results-oriented leadership. He possesses a forward-looking entrepreneurial vision and situational leadership style focused on unlocking human potential and driving organisational growth.

His extensive expertise in financial and operational management, coupled with his ability to lead high-performing teams, positions Rafael as a valuable asset in delivering tailored solutions to clients. As Director at Horwath HTL Brazil, Rafael leverages his diverse background to drive innovation and excellence across hospitality and real estate projects.