Renan Umpierre

Renan Lopes Umpierre is the visionary force behind Thinking Animals Group (TAG*), an ecosystem of creative companies dedicated to evolving human communication. With a 15-year trajectory, Renan has transformed global brands like Coca-Cola, Honda, and Heineken, earning over 30 international awards and impacting more than 500 companies across 8 countries and 3 continents.

TAG* was founded with a mission to foster meaningful, human-centered connections. Renan and his team of communicators, creatives, and entrepreneurs are at the forefront of a movement that redefines communication, experience, and education, preparing future generations to push the boundaries of what’s possible across various industries.

Passions and Interests: Renan is driven by an insatiable curiosity and a commitment to creativity, innovation, and authenticity. He values the courage to explore the unknown, whether in the world of brands, symbols, or the dynamics of human communication.

A lover of nature, technology, and design, Renan finds inspiration in everything related to humanity—from philosophy to neuroscience, including behavior, cultures, and languages. Fascinated by themes like psychology, anthropology, behavioral profiles, and human development, he believes the strongest brands are rooted in deep, authentic identities capable of fostering lasting connections and transformation.