The Remarkable Journey of Anne Werninghaus: Brazil’s Youngest Billionaire’s Fashion Empire and Electric Dreams
Who is Anne Werninghaus?
Anne Werninghaus is a businesswoman from Santa Catarina who became known for her position on the Forbes list as one of Brazil’s youngest billionaires. At just 36 years old, she has amassed a fortune of US$ 1.4 billion, which placed her in 4th position in the ranking released in September of this year.
Born in Joinville, Werninghaus is the founder of A.Marie Complementos, a fashion company that produces women’s accessories such as handbags, wallets and belts. She is also the largest individual shareholder in WEG, the largest manufacturer of electric motors in Latin America.
Anne also has a degree in fashion and, despite having built her fortune in businesses outside the sector, her background in the area is still an important aspect of her career. Her success in business has led her to occupy the 83rd position on Forbes’ overall list of billionaires, making her one of the most influential entrepreneurs in the country.
History of WEG?
WEG is a leading Brazilian company in the electric motor and energy solutions market. Founded in 1961 in the city of Jaraguá do Sul, in Santa Catarina, WEG began its activities by producing low-power electric motors for domestic and commercial use.
Over the years, the company expanded its operations and broadened its product portfolio to include high-power motors, transformers, generators and other equipment. WEG has also diversified into other segments, such as industrial automation, paints and varnishes, wind and solar power, among others.
Today, WEG is considered the largest manufacturer of electric motors in Latin America and one of the largest companies in the electrical sector in the world, with a presence in more than 135 countries and more than 31,000 employees. The company also stands out for its investment in innovation and sustainability, with projects that seek to reduce the environmental impact of its operations and offer more efficient and cleaner energy solutions to its customers.