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Transforming Brazilian Football

D1A combines expertise in sports management and investments to professionalize and enhance assets in Brazilian football, generating sustainable returns for investors and positive impact for the ecosystem.

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About Us

D1A Investimentos e Participações is a company focused on identifying and acquiring high-quality Brazilian football assets with substantial growth potential. Our mission is to bring a higher level of professionalization and profitability to the Brazilian football ecosystem, aligning incentives for all stakeholders.

Our differentiated model combines the focus of a Search Fund with the flexibility and operational capabilities of an Independent Sponsor, offering investors the potential to benefit from the appreciation driven by the growing professionalization of football in Brazil.

Mission

To bring a higher level of professionalization and profitability to the Brazilian football ecosystem, establishing a benchmark of excellence in the management of football properties in Brazil.

Vision

To be recognized as the leading investment company in football assets in Brazil, transforming the sector through the application of best management and governance practices.

Values

Operational excellence, transparency, alignment of interests, innovation, and commitment to the sustainable transformation of Brazilian football.

Business Model

D1A presents an innovative hybrid model that combines elements of a traditional Search Fund with the operational flexibility of an Independent Sponsor. This unique approach allows us to identify attractive investment opportunities in Brazilian football and implement value creation strategies that benefit all stakeholders.

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Structured as a Search Fund

As a Search Fund, D1A applies a disciplined and structured approach to identify, evaluate, and acquire football assets with appreciation potential. We use rigorous selection criteria and due diligence processes to ensure quality investments.

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Operated as an Independent Sponsor

As an Independent Sponsor, D1A has the flexibility and agility needed to implement value creation strategies, improve governance, and professionalize the management of acquired assets, maximizing their growth and profitability potential.

Investment Thesis

Focused Investment Approach

Concentration on Brazilian football, an underexplored market with significant growth potential. We focus on assets that can benefit from professional management and strategic investments.

Hybrid Investment Model

Structured as a Search Fund, operated as an Independent Sponsor, providing both the governance rigor of a search fund and the agility of independent sponsorship.

Experienced Leadership

Led by professionals with a unique combination of expertise in sports management and investment experience, positioning D1A to identify and maximize opportunities in the Brazilian football market.

Strategic Value Creation

Leveraging best practices in club operations, stadium management, and sports rights commercialization to create value, transforming clubs and facilities through the implementation of professional management.

Market Opportunity

The Brazilian football ecosystem is currently undergoing significant transformation, with opportunities to professionalize and consolidate underperforming assets. The increase in league structuring efforts and growing interest from international investors present a unique opportunity to acquire assets at favorable valuations and unlock significant value.

The recent SAF law and other favorable regulatory changes in Brazil make the football sector more transparent and attractive for institutional investment, reducing entry barriers and creating a path to acquire, professionalize, and grow football-related assets.

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Key Market Points

Underexplored Market

Brazilian football represents an underexplored market with significant growth and professionalization potential.

Regulatory Changes

Recent regulatory changes, including the SAF law, have created a more favorable environment for investments in Brazilian football clubs.

Valuation Opportunity

Current market conditions offer the opportunity to acquire quality assets at attractive valuations compared to more mature markets.

Executive Team

Renato Loes

Renato Loes

Founding Partner

Strong background in private equity and investment management, with over 15 years of experience working with international funds. Served as Director at Hudson Advisors and holds an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and an Executive MBA in Sports Management from Real Madrid Graduate School.

Investment Process

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Opportunity Identification

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Preliminary Analysis

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Due Diligence

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Value Creation Plan

Systematic search for football assets with growth potential, using our proprietary network and market intelligence.

Initial evaluation of the opportunity, including market analysis, competitive positioning, and growth potential.

Comprehensive analysis of financial, operational, legal, and commercial aspects of the target asset.

Development of a detailed strategy to enhance the value of the asset through operational improvements and strategic initiatives.

Contact Us

Email

renato@d1a.com.br

Phone

+55 (11) 99472-0785

Address

Alameda Santos 1165, conjunto 808 - São Paulo/SP - Brasil