Orlando Bravo, founder and managing partner of Thoma Bravo, will deliver the 2025 Kogod School of Business commencement address. With over $179 billion under management, Bravo has overseen about 520 acquisitions worth $275 billion in enterprise value, earning him recognition as a leading software-focused investor. Born in Puerto Rico, Bravo holds degrees from Brown University, Stanford Law School, and Stanford Graduate School of Business.

Beyond his business success, Bravo is a dedicated philanthropist. He founded the Bravo Family Foundation to create opportunities for young adults in Puerto Rico, supporting initiatives like the Rising Entrepreneurs Program and disaster relief efforts. His philanthropic work extends to academia and healthcare, including the Orlando Bravo Center for Economics Research at Brown University. As a role model for entrepreneurs and a champion of social justice, Bravo's address promises to inspire graduates to pursue excellence while giving back to their communities.