Banco Santander Brasil confirmed Gilson Finkelsztain as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2026. The appointment concludes a planned succession process first announced in March 2026.
Outgoing CEO Mario Roberto Opice Leão resigned after leading the bank for five years. Leão departs following an eleven-year career with the institution.
Finkelsztain joins from B3, Brazil's stock exchange, where he served as CEO. His professional background includes previous roles at Santander, Citibank, and J.P. Morgan.
The bank describes the leadership change as an orderly transition. This move aims to position the organization for its next phase of growth.