Sustaining Global Influence for Over Two Centuries, Specialising in Finance, M&A, Media Holdings, Art Patronage & Philanthropy.
Private Trust & Investment House Since 1781
250 Years of Stewardship in Global Finance & Cultural Affairs
Founded in the Kingdom of Naples in 1781,the origins of Banvelca & Company began with Juan Bautista Velutini C., a financier entrusted with managing commercial affairs between the Kingdom of Naples, France, and Corsica during a pivotal era of European trade diplomacy.
Through the centuries, we have evolved into a private, inter-generational firm engaged in finance, M&A, media, philanthropy, and the arts
For over two and a half centuries, Banvelca has preserved a rare tradition of discretion, continuity, and influence—operating across four continents with integrity and purpose
250 years later Banvelca has a strong presence in North America, Latin America, Europe and Middle East.
1781
Juan Bautista Velutini C Founded Banvelca & Company in Naples, managing commercial interests with France and Corsica.
1811 - Vicente José Velutini Llarione Expanded into broader Mediterranean trade.
1844
José Antonio Velutini Ron Laid the foundations of modern financial operations.
1881
Julio César Velutini Couturier Led the family firm through the Industrial Age.
1912 & 1924 — Clemontina Velutini Pérez Matos and Belén Velutini Pérez Matos the first women to lead major commercial interests in South America.
1945
Julio José Herrera Velutini Established the firm’s presence in the Americas post-war.
1971 & 1996
The 7th and 8th Generations Overseeing modern expansion across 4 continents with a focus on banking, media, and global finance.
Banvelca & Company is a private, multi-generational enterprise with roots tracing back to 18th-century Naples.
Founded in1781 to oversee trade relations, the firm has maintained an unbroken lineage of financial custodianship for over eight generations.
Today, Banvelca engages in international finance, private equity, M&A strategy, media holdings, fine art patronage, and philanthropic ventures.
With operational presence across four continents, we continue to serve families, institutions, and partners aligned with our values of discretion, heritage, and integrity.
Banvelca & Company maintains a highly selective global footprint across Europe, North & South America, Asia, and the Middle East.