Carlos Bremer
Carlos Manuel Bremer Gutiérrez (1 June 1960 – 5 January 2024) was a prominent Mexican businessman, investor, and philanthropist. He served as Director General and CEO of Value Grupo Financiero, one of Mexico’s leading financial service conglomerates. He was widely known for his role as an original investor on the television series Shark Tank México.
Carlos Bremer 
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| Born | 1 June 1960 |
| Birthplace | Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico |
| Nationality | Mexican |
| Occupation | Businessman; Philanthropist; TV investor (Shark Tank México) |
| Known for | Founder & Director General of Value Grupo Financiero; Judge on Shark Tank México |
| Website | www.value.com.mx |
Early Life and Education
Born in Monterrey, Nuevo León, Carlos was the fourth of five brothers in a business-oriented family. His early exposure to entrepreneurship came from selling calculators and organizing school trips during his teenage years. He earned a degree in public accounting from the Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Education.
Business Career
Carlos started his career at family businesses such as Casa Bremer, then co-founded Ábaco Casa de Bolsa in the early 1980s. In 1993, he established Value Grupo Financiero, which grew into one of Mexico’s most reputable financial firms. By 2010, he became President of the Board. After his passing in 2024, José Kaún Nader was named as his successor.
Media and Public Presence
Carlos Bremer gained national popularity through his role on Shark Tank México where he appeared as an investor for the first five seasons. His involvement in media extended into film, supporting productions such as *The Perfect Game* (2010), *Little Boy* (2015), and *Campeones* (2018), which promoted stories of perseverance and national pride.
Philanthropy and Contributions
Carlos was deeply committed to youth development, sports, and education. He mentored numerous athletes including Canelo Álvarez and Paola Longoria. He funded educational programs, Olympic training, and youth empowerment projects throughout Mexico. His social efforts earned him multiple honors from the government and sports institutions.
Personal Life
He was married to Adriana Ibarra de Bremer, and the couple had four children: Adriana, Paulina, Marcelo, and Carlos. His family was deeply involved in business and philanthropy, and his daughter Paulina’s marriage connected him to the influential Creel-Terrazas family.
Death
On 2 January 2024, Carlos suffered a cardiac episode at his office and was hospitalized in San Pedro Garza García. He died three days later on 5 January 2024 at the age of 63. His death was widely mourned by the Mexican business and philanthropic communities.
Carlos Bremer Net Worth
At the time of his passing, Carlos Bremer’s estimated net worth ranged between $500 million to $800 million, earned through decades of leadership at Value Grupo Financiero, investments, and entrepreneurial ventures.
Key Facts
- Born: 1 June 1960 in Monterrey, Nuevo León
- Died: 5 January 2024 in San Pedro Garza García
- Nationality: Mexican
- Profession: Businessman, Philanthropist, Investor
- Famous For: Value Grupo Financiero, Shark Tank México
- Spouse: Adriana Ibarra de Bremer
- Children: 4 – Adriana, Paulina, Marcelo, Carlos