Gestora

Gestora is the feminine form of the Portuguese noun gestor and is used to denote a person or entity that manages something, such as assets, funds, programs, or projects. The term is common in business, government, and civil society to designate the body responsible for administration and decision-making within a defined remit. It can refer to both individuals and organizations acting in a managerial capacity.

In the financial sector, a gestora typically refers to an asset management company (gestora de recursos) that manages investment portfolios on behalf of clients. These entities select investments, monitor risk, and provide reporting and compliance. In Brazil, gestoras de recursos are regulated by the Comissão de Valores Mobiliários (CVM) and must meet governance, capital, and supervision requirements to operate.

In public administration and contract management, gestora denotes the entity charged with administering a program, fund, or partnership project. This usage appears in government contexts (for example, gestora de convênios) and in the private sector where a company acts as administrator of a pension plan or social program. The exact responsibilities vary by jurisdiction but commonly include contract management, disbursement oversight, and performance reporting.

Linguistically, gestora can simply mean a female manager or administrator in everyday language, with the masculine form gestor used for males. The term is widely understood in Portuguese-speaking countries and often appears in legal, financial, and administrative documents to identify the managing party.