Luis Rivero
SpainEarly Life and Education
Luis del Rivero, a Spanish billionaire and entrepreneur, was born in Spain. He holds a bachelor's degree in science and arts from the prestigious Escuela Técnica Superior de Madrid.
Career in Construction
Prior to co-founding Sacyr Vallehermoso with Jose Manuel Loureda, del Rivero worked as a civil engineer at Ferrovial. He gained valuable insights from this experience that would shape his future success in the construction industry.
Sacyr Vallehermoso
Sacyr Vallehermoso is a leading construction company based in Madrid, Spain. Del Rivero serves as its chairman. The company operates through various divisions, including Sacyr (construction), Vallehermoso (real estate), Itinere (infrastructure services), Testa (property management), and Valoriza (real estate and other services). Sacyr Vallehermoso also provides construction and infrastructure services in Brazil and Portugal under the Somague brand.
Other Interests
Beyond business, del Rivero is an avid sports fan, particularly football. He is a director of Real Madrid, one of Spain's most prestigious football clubs, alongside fellow billionaire Juan Abelló. del Rivero actively supports charitable causes and has provided financial assistance to various organizations.
Personal Wealth
According to Forbes, del Rivero's net worth is approximately $2.3 billion, making him one of the wealthiest individuals in the world. He resides in Madrid with his wife and two children and owns a significant stake in Sacyr Vallehermoso.
