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José Antonio Fernández

b. 1954

Mexican businessman

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About José Antonio Fernández

Born 1954. José Antonio Fernández is a Mexican businessperson, known for Coca-Cola FEMSA, FEMSA and OXXO.

Early life He received a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering from the Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Studies (ITESM) in 1976 and an MBA from ITESM's EGADE Business School in 1979.

Career In 1987, he joined FEMSA, the holding company of Cuauhtémoc Moctezuma Brewery and became its general director and CEO in 1995.

In 2001, Carbajal was appointed CEO and chairman of the board of directors of FEMSA. In 2014, he stepped down from his role as CEO of FEMSA, remaining chairman of the current board of directors.

In 2017, Carbajal was elected to a five-year term for the MIT Corporation, the school's board of trustees. He also serves on the board of directors of Coca-Cola FEMSA.

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Important facts

Born
1954
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Businessperson
Nationality
Mexico
Known for
Coca-Cola FEMSA, FEMSA, OXXO
Education
Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Education, EGADE Business School
Employers
Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Education
Also known as
Jose Antonio Fernandez, El Diablo, José Antonio Fernández Carbajal

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Frequently asked questions

Who is José Antonio Fernández?

Mexican businessman

When was José Antonio Fernández born?

José Antonio Fernández was born in 1954.

What is José Antonio Fernández's occupation?

José Antonio Fernández is a businessperson.

What is José Antonio Fernández known for?

José Antonio Fernández is known for Coca-Cola FEMSA, FEMSA and OXXO.

What nationality is José Antonio Fernández?

José Antonio Fernández is Mexican.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: José Antonio Fernández

· Wikidata: Q2888454

· DBpedia: José Antonio Fernández Carbajal

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