José Maria Fernández de Sousa-Faro
Chief Executive Officer at PHARMA MAR, S.A.
Net worth: 35 M $ as of 2024-03-30
Profile
José Maria Fernández de Sousa-Faro is the founder of Noscira SA (founded in 2000) and Pharma Mar SA (founded in 1986).
He held the title of President at Noscira SA from 2000 to 2010.
At Pharma Mar SA, he currently holds the title of Executive Chairman, President & CEO.
Dr. Fernández de Sousa-Faro currently holds the position of Chairman at the Bankinter Foundation of Innovation, Sylentis SA, and Asociación Madrileña de la Empresa Familiar.
He is also the First Vice Chairman at Asociacion De Empresas Biotecnologicas since 2008 and the Director of Fundación Cotec.
Additionally, he is a Member-Governors Board at Alianza por la Investigación e Innovación en la Salud.
In his former positions, Dr. Fernández de Sousa-Faro served as Chairman & Chief Executive Officer at Zeltia SA. He was also the Chairman of GENOMICA SA (Spain) and held director positions at Banco Guipuzcoano SA, Pescanova SA, Cooper Zeltia SA, Transfesa SA, Zelnova Zeltia SA, and Transfesa Logistics SA. He was the Director & Research Director at Antibióticos SA from 1979 to 1985.
He also served as a Director at Biolys SARL and ICI Zeltia SA. Furthermore, he was a Trustee at Universidad Complutense de Madrid and a Principal at AstraZeneca, Inc.
Dr. Fernández de Sousa-Faro obtained a doctorate degree from Universidad Complutense de Madrid in 1971.
He also holds an undergraduate degree from the same university, which was conferred in 1967.
In addition, he earned an MBA from Instituto de Estudios Superiores de la Empresa in 1987.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
PHARMA MAR SA
6.00% | 2023-06-12 | 1,114,147 ( 6.00% ) | 35 M $ | 2024-03-30 |
José Maria Fernández de Sousa-Faro active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| PHARMA MAR, S.A. | Chief Executive Officer | 1986-04-29 |
| Fundación Cotec | Director/Board Member | - |
| Alianza por la Investigación e Innovación en la Salud | Director/Board Member | - |
| Asociación Madrileña de la Empresa Familiar | Director/Board Member | - |
Bankinter Foundation of Innovation
 Bankinter Foundation of Innovation Investment ManagersFinance Bankinter Foundation of Innovation The report focuses on drawing conclusions about the potential socioeconomic impact of the trend discussed, particularly as it affects Spain, in order to communicate pragmatic, down-to-earth knowledge to our target audience. The company is headquartered in Madrid, Spain. | Chairman | - |
Asociacion De Empresas Biotecnologicas
 Asociacion De Empresas Biotecnologicas BiotechnologyHealth Technology Asociacion De Empresas Biotecnologicas operates as a Spanish biotechnology company. The private company is based in Madrid, Spain. | Director/Board Member | 2007-12-31 |
Sylentis SA
 Sylentis SA BiotechnologyHealth Technology Sylentis SA develops new ophthalmic drugs and novel therapies based on RNAi (gene silencig) technology. The company is headquartered in Madrid, Spain. | Chairman | 2010-11-16 |
Former positions of José Maria Fernández de Sousa-Faro
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
GENOMICA SA (Spain)
 GENOMICA SA (Spain) Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services GENOMICA SAU provides genetic identification and molecular diagnostic services. Its services include paternity tests, fornsic genetics technological transfers and laboratory genetic identification for criminal investigation. The firm also offers various diagnostic kits and reagents such as CLART PneumoVir, CLINICAL ARRAYS Metabona and CLINICAL ARRAYS-Papillomavirus. It also provides laboratory installation and technical support services and training courses for laboratory, clinical and forensics professionals. The company was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Madrid, Spain. | Chairman | 2022-05-18 |
Antibióticos SA
 Antibióticos SA Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Antibióticos SA is a Spanish pharmaceutical company that specializes in manufacturing antibiotics and other pharmaceutical preparations. The company is based in León, Spain. Antibióticos was acquired by Black Toro Capital Partners (ES) from Grupo Enerthi on September 17, 2014 for $11.65 million. | Director/Board Member | 1984-12-31 |
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Training of José Maria Fernández de Sousa-Faro
| Universidad Complutense de Madrid | Undergraduate Degree |
| Instituto de Estudios Superiores de la Empresa | Masters Business Admin |
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| Listed companies | 2 |
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| PESCANOVA, S.A. | Consumer Non-Durables |
| PHARMA MAR, S.A. | Health Technology |
| Private companies | 19 |
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Noscira SA
 Noscira SA Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Noscira SA develops and manufactures pharmaceutical products. It focuses on developing drugs for the treatment of nervous system disorders, especially the Alzheimer's disease. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Tres Cantos, Spain | Commercial Services |
Banco Guipuzcoano SA
 Banco Guipuzcoano SA Major BanksFinance Banco Guipuzcoano SA provides commercial banking services. The firm provides services such as savings, deposits, loans, financing, and insurance for corporate and consumer clients alike. It also offer accounts management, financial advisory, and investment fund management services. The company was founded on October 9, 1899 and is headquartered in San Sebastián, Guipúzcoa | Finance |
Zeltia SA
 Zeltia SA BiotechnologyHealth Technology Zeltia SA is a holding company, which develops marine-based drugs in the field of oncology. It operates through the Biopharmaceuticals and Consumer Chemicals segments. The Biopharmaceuticals segment engages in the research and marketing of anti-tumor drugs, diagnosis kits, and development of therapies based on reducing or silencing gene expression. The Consumer Chemicals segment produces and markets insecticides and air fresheners for household use, household products, wood treatment and decoration products, paints, and related products. The company was founded on August 3, 1939 and is headquartered in Madrid, Spain. | Health Technology |
Cooper Zeltia SA
 Cooper Zeltia SA Medical/Nursing ServicesHealth Services Cooper Zeltia SA is a private company based in Madrid, Spain. | Health Services |
Transfesa SA
 Transfesa SA RailroadsTransportation Transfesa SA provides railroad and logistic services. It offers transport distribution, logistics and auxiliary rail services. The firm also provides outsourcing and courier services. It serves automotive, consumer goods, chemical, steel and public administration industry. The company was founded in 1943 and is headquartered in Madrid, Spain. | Transportation |
Zelnova Zeltia SA
 Zelnova Zeltia SA Chemicals: AgriculturalProcess Industries Zelnova Zeltia SA engages in the production and marketing of chemical products for their domestic, agricultural and industrial use. The firm specializes in insecticides, pesticides, air fresheners, cleaners, disinfectants, and fertilizers. It also offers the supply, contracting, and provision of disinfection, pest control, and deratization services in hospitals and clinics. The company was founded on December 30, 1991 and is headquartered in O Porrino, Spain. | Process Industries |
Transfesa Logistics SA
 Transfesa Logistics SA RailroadsTransportation Transfesa Logistics SA operates railroad. It offers transport distribution, logistics, and auxiliary rail and outsourcing services. The company was founded in 1943 and is headquartered in Madrid, Spain. | Transportation |
Antibióticos SA
Antibióticos SA Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Antibióticos SA is a Spanish pharmaceutical company that specializes in manufacturing antibiotics and other pharmaceutical preparations. The company is based in León, Spain. Antibióticos was acquired by Black Toro Capital Partners (ES) from Grupo Enerthi on September 17, 2014 for $11.65 million. | Health Technology |
GENOMICA SA (Spain)
GENOMICA SA (Spain) Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services GENOMICA SAU provides genetic identification and molecular diagnostic services. Its services include paternity tests, fornsic genetics technological transfers and laboratory genetic identification for criminal investigation. The firm also offers various diagnostic kits and reagents such as CLART PneumoVir, CLINICAL ARRAYS Metabona and CLINICAL ARRAYS-Papillomavirus. It also provides laboratory installation and technical support services and training courses for laboratory, clinical and forensics professionals. The company was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Madrid, Spain. | Commercial Services |
AstraZeneca, Inc.
 AstraZeneca, Inc. BiotechnologyHealth Technology Part of AstraZeneca PLC, AstraZeneca, Inc. manufactures vaccines. | Health Technology |
Bankinter Foundation of Innovation
Bankinter Foundation of Innovation Investment ManagersFinance Bankinter Foundation of Innovation The report focuses on drawing conclusions about the potential socioeconomic impact of the trend discussed, particularly as it affects Spain, in order to communicate pragmatic, down-to-earth knowledge to our target audience. The company is headquartered in Madrid, Spain. | Finance |
| Fundación Cotec | |
Sylentis SA
Sylentis SA BiotechnologyHealth Technology Sylentis SA develops new ophthalmic drugs and novel therapies based on RNAi (gene silencig) technology. The company is headquartered in Madrid, Spain. | Health Technology |
| Asociación Madrileña de la Empresa Familiar | |
| Alianza por la Investigación e Innovación en la Salud | |
Biolys SARL
 Biolys SARL Medical DistributorsDistribution Services Biolys SA is a French company that wholesales pharmaceutical products. The private company is based in Chemin de la Besace, France. | Distribution Services |
| ICI Zeltia SA | |
Asociacion De Empresas Biotecnologicas
Asociacion De Empresas Biotecnologicas BiotechnologyHealth Technology Asociacion De Empresas Biotecnologicas operates as a Spanish biotechnology company. The private company is based in Madrid, Spain. | Health Technology |
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