About | Hummano

Thinking of the future.

Hummano sponsors investments and knowledge that highlight new paths for humanity. We celebrate and encourage global initiatives that create new economic solutions and opportunities for people.

THE FOUNDERS

Hummano is a dynamic spin-off born from the collective expertise and vision of the founding members, which includes Meersohn Marstrand, a family office; Inova, an industrial innovation network firm; BrasilInvest, a leading merchant bank; Meer, a media and hospitality group, and Forum Das Americas, a think tank for international cooperation.

We are an outcome-driven group of experienced individuals and leading enterprises from around the world who have collaborated for decades. Our partnership is focused on creating global solutions to address the challenges facing humanity and showcase a new path through the adoption of green solutions, improved business practices, and new technologies. By involving leading firms across industries, we are creating a network that can produce significant change and create a better future.

Ruben Vergara Meersohn

CEO AND PARTNER
Ruben is a resourceful serial entrepreneur within media, hospitality, high fashion, and venture capital.

His expertise lies in strategy, structuring, and management, with his contributions centered around managing core processes and fostering partner engagement.
Robson Oliveira

PARTNER
Robson is a social scientist, documentarian and sustainable innovation expert with experience in smart cities, energy efficiency, and telecom solutions.
Robson is leading our technology partnerships and relationships.
Kari Aina Eik

PARTNER
Kari has lead international and global programs for the past 25 years especially in the area of cities and private sector collaboration.

Together with her extensive network of partners and people she is in charge of scaling Hummano globally.
Frede Marstrand

PARTNER
Frede, a Danish professional, brings expertise in sequencing transactions, organization, and providing comprehensive overviews to his role.
With a diverse background in real estate, business management, and sustainable construction materials, Frede embodies ambition and a global mindset.
Jesper Nilakantan

PARTNER
Jesper has a master in economics and a lengthy career in private equity. He thrives in the field of origination, ideation and implementation.
Jesper’s role is to provide leadership, supporting the company’s path and vision.
Mario Bernardo Garnero

PARTNER
Mario Garnero is the Founder and Chairman of the Brasilinvest Group and Forum das Americas.
His role involves fostering relationships, sourcing institutional investors, and securing partnerships.
Leonardo Faria

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Leonardo is an expert in mobility, technology, and smart cities. He oversees onboarding efforts for new municipalities in Brazil, educating mayors on the possibilities and processes involved in smart city development. Leonardo’s work ensures that municipal leaders are well-informed and prepared to implement innovative urban solutions.
Reimy Marcia Nomoto

ADIMINSTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Marcia, originally from Japan and now residing in Brazil, brings a strong background in financial management and administrative support to our team.
Marcia ensures support and oversight for the team, contributing to the efficient operation of our company.
Antonio Vergara Meersohn

PARTNER
Antonio, a Chilean-born entrepreneur, has made his mark in the media, publishing, and hospitality industries.
Antonio excels in building robust systems and practices that ensure our organization delivers on its promises.
Hugo Hernandez-Figueroa

RESEARCH
Hugo is the Dean of FEEC at Unicamp, the largest university in South America.
He leads a team conducting feasibility studies and preparing tenders for projects, in partnership with Unicamp, to advance smart city developments.
Edson Vilela

MAYOR OF CARMO DO CAJURU
Edson is the Mayor of Carmo do Cajuru, the UN-awarded smart city model.
As the VP in the Association of Brazilian Mayors and member of Mayors for Climate, Edson serves as a principal advisor.

The team began collaborating in 2005, after meeting during a trip to Brazil. Initially, we created a photography exhibition focused on humanity. Later, we produced a video about the future of pandemics, which won first prize at a film festival in Bologna.

In 2008, we began our efforts to make a difference in Madagascar. Over the years, we have built over 200 schools, providing education to more than 12.000 children. Beyond our educational initiatives, we have also constructed hospitals, drilled water wells, developed agricultural projects, and established sports facilities.

In 2010, we participated in ANEEL's first project for grid-connected solar energy systems at the Italian Embassy in Brasilia. We also monitored tests of Ballard's hydrogen fuel cell electric bus in São Paulo and conducted studies on electric buses powered by Super Capacitors at the World's Fair in Shanghai.

In 2011, we collaborated with the Ministry of Science and Technology to design and implement the world's first 100% LED-lit city in Abreu e Lima, PE. This project marked a significant advancement in energy-efficient urban lighting.

In 2013, leveraging agreements forged with both the city and the University of Shenzhen in China, we initiated a significant endeavor that brought BYD to Campinas, Brazil for the first time. This collaborative effort not only fostered economic development but also contributed to the promotion of sustainable transportation solutions in the region.

In 2014 United Smart Cities was established by OiER in a collaboration with United Nations organizations to support the transition to smart cities across Europe. OiER facilitates international economic relations and fosters global connections by implementing sustainable projects worldwide.

With support from the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Brazilian Navy, we led a E-BOAT project in 2014, introducing electro-motorized vessels tailored for the Amazon and regional waterways. The project included medium and small vessels, aquatic drones, and innovative propulsion systems utilizing small hydraulic turbines.

The Bright Green Book, an initiative born out of COP 15 in Copenhagen in 2015, Denmark. This publication showcases 100 cases aimed at making the world a better place, representing a collaborative effort between the advisors and experts in sustainable innovation. At the same event the team was responsible for the sales of $500.000.000 worth of carbon credits on behalf of the Brazilian government.

In 2018 the ambitious journey of Digital Twin development for cities commenced in Norway, where forward-thinking strategies were set in motion to pioneer innovative approaches in infrastructure development, laying the foundation for transformative advancements on a global scale.

In 2020 The Public Private Partnership (PPP) Smart City implemented in Carmo do Cajuru, in the Center-West of Minas Gerais, was considered the best in the world in its category. The initiative was selected by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (Unece) .

In 2021, in Vienna, the United Cities Organization and the United Cities Charter were established, signaling a pivotal moment in urban governance and collaboration globally.

In 2021, Hummano began developing a system to scale the team's smart city model. Since then, the foundation of this model has been established, including data collection processes and a consortium of suppliers from all around the world.

In 2022 The United Cities Funds for Investments was established in partnership with the SDG Impact Fund. This collaboration aims to mobilize financial resources for projects that advance sustainable development goals, supporting growth and development in urban areas globally.

In 2022, our collaboration with Unicamp, the largest university in Brazil, began. Unicamp is now responsible for conducting research and analysis for our smart cities projects during the feasibility stage of a municipality when Hummano is implementing their model in Brazilian cities.

In 2023, we signed the second model of Carmo Do Cajuru, a project developed by Hummano. This model aims to demonstrate to the world how cities can be transformed and how our system for mayors can effectively deliver a wide range of necessary products and services.

In 2023, the United Cities Norwegian Sustainability Center launched the Global Data Platform for Cities. This innovative platform was designed to enhance data collection, sharing, and analysis for urban areas worldwide, supporting efforts to improve sustainability, efficiency, and quality of life in cities across the globe.

In 2024, a strategic collaboration between Pivotech and the University of Dar es Salaam in Tanzania began. These partners will be at the forefront of spearheading Hummano's operations across Africa, ensuring the successful implementation and expansion of our initiatives on the continent.