Matt S. Ziegler is a visionary entrepreneur, strategic architect, and globally respected executive leader who combines creative foresight with operational excellence.

As Founder, sole owner, and Chairman & CEO of PUERTO FANTASÍA GROUP, he leads one of the most dynamic development groups in the global leisure and hospitality sector — with over 7,000 employees as of May 2025 and active projects across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.

Ziegler’s path to international leadership was anything but conventional — and all the more authentic for it. He began his professional journey not in boardrooms, but at a world-renowned mechanical engineering company, where he worked hands-on and gained early exposure to operational discipline. He went on to complete a certified apprenticeship as an Office Administrator through the IHK (German Chamber of Industry and Commerce), before pursuing formal studies in economics and business sciences.

This combination of practical grounding and academic rigor became a defining force in his entrepreneurial ascent. Before founding today’s group, Ziegler launched his first ventures from the ground up — drawing on a rare mix of commercial instinct, analytical skill, and long-term vision. In early 2025, he became the 100% owner of both PUERTO FANTASÍA S. de R.L. de C.V. (Mexico) and Prometheus Deutschland GmbH (Germany), having previously held a 50% stake in the latter since its inception. Together, these companies form the heart of PUERTO FANTASÍA GROUP — a privately held, international platform for destination development, themed entertainment, real estate, and strategic investment.

His entrepreneurial roots run deep. Ziegler descends from a business family whose legacy dates back to 1865 — five generations shaped by craftsmanship, innovation, and responsibility. From his great-grandparents to his parents, he inherited the belief that business must not only generate value, but also stand for something greater: dignity, impact, and stewardship of the future.

Under his leadership, PUERTO FANTASÍA has grown from a bold idea into a multi-billion-dollar enterprise known for cultural depth, immersive design, and social relevance. Ziegler personally initiated the creation of Visioneering, the group’s creative and conceptual think tank, responsible for masterplanning, themed development, IP creation, and experience strategy — turning story into structure and imagination into infrastructure.

What sets Matt S. Ziegler apart is his ability to balance inspiration with execution. While his vision is expansive, he is uncompromising in follow-through. He remains deeply committed to sustainability and social impact.

Importantly, he does not shy away from setbacks — quite the opposite: He views challenges as an integral part of the journey, emerging from each with clarity, resolve, and renewed perspective. This resilience — the ability to grow through adversity without losing focus — defines both his leadership style and long-term strategy.

Outside of business, Ziegler maintains balance through movement and discipline — he enjoys rowing, running, Pilates, and yoga. He is not married and lives a deliberately focused life, shaped by clarity, curiosity, and a deep sense of purpose that reaches far beyond the boardroom.

Fluent in English, German, and Spanish, he moves confidently between cultures, industries, and institutions — aligning architects with analysts, creatives with capital, and communities with long-term value. In 2025, he launched a USD 1.3 billion equity-financed investment program for the group, reinforcing its unique position as a privately held, future-focused global player.

For Matt S. Ziegler, entrepreneurship is not a title — it is a lifelong commitment: forged through family, sharpened by adversity, and guided by vision. He builds not only destinations, but legacies. And what began in 1865 now spans borders, industries, and generations — always grounded in the belief that fantasy, when built with purpose, becomes reality.

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