Jorge Mas

Lore & Background

Jorge Mas began his career in 1984 at Church and Tower, the predecessor to MasTec, after earning a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of Miami in 1984 and a master's degree in business administration from the same institution in 1985. In 1990, he co-founded Neff Corporation, a provider of rental construction and utility equipment, which was sold in 2005 for a reported $510 million. He is the managing partner of a private equity group with investments in aviation, banking, commercial real estate, healthcare, and fixed income trading market makers, and has served on over a dozen corporate boards.

Reader's Guide

Jorge Mas has shaped the landscape of Cuban American advocacy and professional soccer in the United States. As chairman of the Cuban American National Foundation, he has taken a more moderate position on Cuba than his father, a vehement opponent of Castro. His ownership of Inter Miami brought a Major League Soccer franchise to Miami, and his presidency of Real Zaragoza extends his influence into Spanish football. Through the Mas Family Foundation, he manages a $5 million endowment, reflecting his philanthropic commitments. His estimated net worth of US$1.0 billion underscores his success in construction, equipment rental, and private equity, while his lectures on entrepreneurship and leadership have contributed to business education.

Did You Know?

• He co-founded Neff Corporation in 1990, which was sold in 2005 for a reported $510 million.
• He is the managing owner of Inter Miami, a Major League Soccer team based in Miami.