Brandes is committed to fostering an environment for its employees that respects the authentic expression of their unique identities, one where they can thrive and realize their full potential.
We’ve brought these convictions to life through internal and external management initiatives, affiliations and participation in public events that translate our good intentions into actions. We aim to capture them on this page.
Brandes is a foundation-level member of LGBT Great, a global organization that specializes in developing LGBT+ opportunities and inclusion within the investment and savings industry. Our affiliation in LGBT Great is a clear reflection of our concept of inclusive citizenship and places Brandes in the company of global firms with the same outlook. We believe our membership signals to the talent pool within Brandes and to prospective employees that our commitment is sincere.
In 2025, Carlos Oliveira, Head of Trading Analytics and Market Structure, was named a 2025 LGBT Great Pride Role Model/Ally. His recognition is a result of his work to advance LGBTQ+ inclusion in financial services.
In 2024, Carlos Oliveira, Head of Trading Analytics and Market Structure, was named one of LGBT Great’s Top Gamechangers for 2024. Carlos was recognized for making significant strides in advancing LGBTQ+ inclusion and innovation within our organization and industry. .
In 2023, Carlos Oliveira, Head of Trading Analytics and Market Structure, was recognized as one of LGBT Great’s Top 50 Gamechangers for 2023. He was recognized for his efforts in helping to advance LGBTQ+ inclusion in the Financial Services industry.
In September 2023, the LGBT Great team announced the launch of LGBT Great Careers, of which Brandes Investment Partners is a founding partner.
In 2023, Ray Lewis, Director of Marketing, was recognized as one of LGBT Great’s Top 50 Executive Allies for 2023. The Top 50 aims to recognize and celebrate senior leaders in financial services and business around the world, who have used their platform, influence, and role, to ally and sponsor the LGBT+ community.
