Paulo Martelli

Paulo Martelli, Director Investments at FinDev Canada, is responsible for originating and structuring debt and equity transactions throughout Latin America, the Caribbean, and Africa. Paulo brings over 10 years of emerging markets project finance experience, including the leadership of several award-winning transactions.

Prior to joining FinDev Canada, Paulo was a Lead Investment Officer on the Infrastructure team at IDB Invest, where he led transaction teams in the investment of over USD450 million in the water, energy, and transportation sector. Previously, he worked as an attorney in Ontario and held a few roles at BMO Bank of Montreal.

Paulo holds a Chartered Financial Analyst Designation, a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Western Ontario and a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from York University.