Lucas Bitencourt

Lucas Bitencourt’s Biography

Lucas Bitencourt has worked in the family office arena for over a decade providing support and advice to international private clients. Leveraging his extensive experience and deep-rooted connections in Brazil, Lucas founded Arbra Partners in 2023 to continue delivering unparalleled service and innovative strategies to its valued clients worldwide.

Arbra is a financial boutique specialising in international asset management, wealth advisory, M&A and private market opportunities, with a focus on alternative investments. Arbra provides bespoke solutions, discretionary advice and a client-centric approach.

Arbra is developing a new financial ecosystem which will offer genuinely personalised and tailored services, recognising that modern banking often fails to address individual client needs. Its strategy is based on a firm belief in the significance of financial freedom within a free society and market.

Bitencourt is also engaged in the development of Palheta, one of Portugal’s foremost hotel and living destinations, scheduled to open in 2028. Palheta will offer guests an escape... Lucas Bitencourt has worked in the family office arena for over a decade providing support and advice to international private clients. Leveraging his extensive experience and deep-rooted connections in Brazil, Lucas founded Arbra Partners in 2023 to continue delivering unparalleled service and innovative strategies to its valued clients worldwide.

Arbra is a financial boutique specialising in international asset management, wealth advisory, M&A and private market opportunities, with a focus on alternative investments. Arbra provides bespoke solutions, discretionary advice and a client-centric approach.

Arbra is developing a new financial ecosystem which will offer genuinely personalised and tailored services, recognising that modern banking often fails to address individual client needs. Its strategy is based on a firm belief in the significance of financial freedom within a free society and market.

Bitencourt is also engaged in the development of Palheta, one of Portugal’s foremost hotel and living destinations, scheduled to open in 2028. Palheta will offer guests an escape from the fast-paced modern lifestyle, providing a haven for mindfulness, wellness, and creativity, on a scale spanning 300 hectares.

The architectural and interior design of Palheta is being handled by John Pawson CBE, a deliberate selection aimed at crafting a landmark that celebrates the inherent beauty and cultural heritage of Portugal’s Alentejo region through unparalleled architectural mastery. Palheta transcends mere destination status; it embodies a transformative journey towards a more deliberate, contemplative way of life. more less

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Alentejo receives €110 million luxury hotel

The Palheta Project, to be completed in 2028, features 35 villas and 20 country houses, to be built alongside the hotel offering 60 rooms.

Lucas Bitencourt’s Background

Arbra

Founder

Oct 2022 - Present

London, UK

Arbra is a financial boutique specialising in international asset management, wealth advisory, M&A and private market opportunities, with a focus on alternative investments and Brazil. Arbra provides bespoke solutions, discretionary advice and a client-centric approach. It serves the needs of its target clients comprising wealthy individuals, families and institutions.

Essence

Managing Director

2012 - 2022

London, UK

Founded and headquartered in London, Essence provides lifestyle, concierge and business advisory services to accomplished individuals and their families across the globe. Leveraging insider knowledge, first-hand experience, and an unparalleled global network, Essence ensures that every client receives meticulous attention and personalised solutions to meet their unique needs.