Andres Santo Domingo
Miami Connection
Though primarily New York-based, Andrés Santo Domingo's ties to South Florida stem from his family's Santo Domingo conglomerate, which influences regional business through investments in beverages like Bavaria Brewery distributed across Latin America and the U.S., including Florida markets. His brother Alejandro leads the family empire with assets like a limited partnership in the NFL's Washington Commanders, extending indirect economic ripples to Miami's sports and finance scenes. Andrés' philanthropy in environmental sustainability and arts could align with Miami's growing eco-initiatives and cultural hubs, though direct local involvement remains limited.
About
Born on June 1, 1978, in New York City to Colombian industrialist Julio Mario Santo Domingo and Beatrice Dávila, Andrés grew up immersed in a blend of Colombian heritage and American culture. He attended St. Bernard’s School, graduated from The Hotchkiss School, and earned a B.A. in Comparative Literature from Brown University in 2000. In 2002, he co-founded Kemado Records with Tom Clapp, focusing on rock and metal artists like The Sword and High on Fire, later expanding with sister label Mexican Summer to promote vinyl and independent music, including successes like Best Coast's 'Crazy For You.' He opened Co-Op 87 in Brooklyn in 2009, a recording studio and record store dedicated to vinyl. Married to Lauren Davis (a Vogue editor) since 2008, they have two children and maintain an all-vinyl household. As an heir to one of Latin America's richest families, he engages in family investments across beverages, media, and finance while actively supporting philanthropy.