SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO, September 24, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Caroline Farah Lembck has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Caroline Farah Lembck, born on September 19, 1999, in the suburbs of Philadelphia, has emerged as one of the most influential young figures in global finance. She stands at the helm of LemVega Capital, a San Juan-based investment firm she founded in 2021 that has evolved into a multifaceted powerhouse managing over $140 million in assets and continuing to expand rapidly. Known for her relentless drive, academic prowess, and innovative approach, Lembck embodies the spirit of Gen-Z entrepreneurship. She describes herself as a founder, investor, MBA holder, creative, businesswoman, CEO, vegan, athlete, visionary, boxer, and PhD candidate, with residences spanning Puerto Rico, the Philadelphia Main Line area, and Abu Dhabi.Her journey from an underestimated student juggling multiple jobs to a Forbes-recognized leader reshaping the financial landscape is a testament to disciplined ambition, strategic foresight, and a commitment to blending institutional rigor with bold innovation. Under her leadership, LemVega Capital has become a "home for capital," serving allocators and partners worldwide through a diversified portfolio that includes hedge funds, venture capital, private equity, real estate, public securities, technology strategies, and emerging sectors like clean energy and digital assets. Lembck's vision extends beyond profits; she aims to position Puerto Rico as a global finance hub while fostering social impact through philanthropy and mentorship.

Early Academic and Career Achievements

From a young age, Lembck displayed exceptional intellectual curiosity and determination, accelerating through her education at a pace that set her apart as an academic prodigy. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Economics from West Chester University by the age of 19, followed by an MBA in Pharmaceutical Marketing from Saint Joseph's University at just 20—condensing what typically takes years into a remarkably short timeframe. Not content to stop there, she became a doctoral candidate in Organizational Development at Cabrini University at age 20, pursuing an executive program that integrates management, psychology, and business strategy. As of September 2025, Lembck is resuming her dissertation after a strategic pause to scale LemVega Capital, drawing on her real-world experiences in building the firm to enrich her studies on organizational growth and leadership dynamics.

Her early professional experiences laid a strong foundation in high-stakes industries. As a student, she interned in medical devices and biopharmaceuticals, gaining hands-on exposure to complex business operations. This led to her first corporate role at Genmab, a biotech giant valued at over $30 billion, where she served as a Business Development and Alliance Manager. However, Lembck's entrepreneurial spirit soon propelled her toward independence. In late 2021, at the age of 22, she made the bold decision to relocate to Puerto Rico alone, without a safety net, to launch LemVega Capital. This move capitalized on the island's Act 60 tax incentives, transforming initial skepticism into a thriving opportunity. Between 2020 and 2022, she personally deployed over $7 million into public equities, honing her investment acumen. Reflecting on this period, Lembck has shared, "I was obsessed, underestimated, and focused on finding smarter strategies to move faster and get it done," a mindset forged through juggling three jobs, night classes, and no vacations while overcoming personal challenges like maintaining sobriety for over a decade. Her recovery journey has become a source of inspiration; she volunteers as a guest speaker and sponsor at rehabs and facilities, supporting women in achieving long-term sobriety, and even founded a weekly recovery meeting that grew to over 50 attendees before her move to Puerto Rico.

Building LemVega Capital into a Financial Powerhouse

Starting with a single fund and a lean team, Lembck has meticulously expanded LemVega Capital into a sophisticated multi-fund entity, now operating ten private funds across hedge funds, venture capital, private equity, real estate, technology, and clean energy strategies. The firm, registered as an ERA under SEC Rule 203(m)-1 and utilizing Regulation D, Rule 506(c) for private offerings to accredited investors, is women- and minority-owned, with oversight from the SEC, FINRA, CFTC, and NFA. Employing 11 to 50 professionals, including talent from prestigious institutions like Harvard, Wharton, and JPMorgan, LemVega emphasizes both discretionary in-house strategies and co-GP partnership vehicles to allocate capital flexibly for institutional clients. Leveraging Puerto Rico's Act 60 framework—which offers a 4% corporate tax rate for 15 years—has attracted U.S. and international investors, enabling rapid scaling while maintaining stringent compliance.

Assets under management have tripled since inception, surpassing $140 million and growing steadily toward Lembck's ambitious goal of $1 billion by the end of 2025. The firm's performance has been bolstered by savvy investments, such as Lembck's personal trades: a 37% return on ETH from June to July 2025 and similar gains on gold purchased earlier in the year. Despite challenges, including reverse ageism and a 2025 federal lawsuit in Puerto Rico against defendants, and former associates Kiavash Kazemian and Michael Thomas Kelly for breach of contract and a defamation/smear campaign of $70M in damages, Lembck has channeled adversity into motivation, emphasizing resilience as key to her success. As Forbes describes, she has transformed LemVega from a "bold concept into one of Puerto Rico's most dynamic financial institutions," earning a reputation for strong returns and innovative growth.

Global Expansion and Strategic Vision

Lembck's global ambitions have driven LemVega's expansion beyond Puerto Rico's shores. In 2024–2025, the firm established offices in London and Abu Dhabi, complementing its U.S. hub in Philadelphia and solidifying a strategic international footprint. Philadelphia serves as a gateway to U.S. investors, London anchors European operations, and Abu Dhabi connects to Middle Eastern capital markets. This deliberate positioning reflects Lembck's mission to create "not just a fund manager, but a global financial institution capable of serving allocators across continents." In parallel, she is pursuing an International Financial Entity (IFE) banking license in Puerto Rico, having secured over $10 million in capital reserves to launch LemVega's own bank.

Throughout 2025, Lembck has led extensive capital-raising roadshows, including participation in the 25th Anniversary Global Family Office Investment Summit in Dubai, forging partnerships in technology, energy, and crypto sectors. 60 Her forward-looking strategy includes ventures into Asia-Pacific markets, fintech, and digital assets, positioning LemVega at the forefront of emerging trends. As she noted in a recent Instagram reel, "I'm leading LemVega Capital to global success, from hedge funds to clean energy, and redefining standards across multiple industries."

A highlight of LemVega's 2025 calendar was the high-profile Investor Summit hosted by Lembck in San Juan on June 20. This exclusive, invitation-only event, featured expert speakers, interactive networking sessions, market insights, and a luxury yacht excursion for partners, limited partners, and global delegates. Designed to showcase Puerto Rico's burgeoning investment ecosystem, the summit fostered new partnerships and fund launches, aligning with Lembck's broader roadshow efforts in the Middle East and beyond. Attendees gained firsthand exposure to the island's potential as an emerging finance center, underscoring LemVega's role in bridging international capital flows.

Recognitions and Industry Honors

Lembck's meteoric rise has garnered widespread acclaim. In 2025, she was selected for the prestigious Forbes Finance Council, an invitation-only community honoring leaders reshaping finance, in recognition of her "extraordinary success" at age 25. She was also named to Fox Interviewer's "30 Under 30" list as a top young leader and influential millennial executive. Additional honors include features on Nasdaq.com, Yahoo Finance, CEO Weekly, Benzinga, and Medium, as well as a Marquis Who's Who listing as a standout in global finance. Industry newsletter Economic Insider dubbed LemVega a "Firm to Watch" in 2025, citing its innovative growth under Lembck's stewardship. Profiles often highlight her as one of the youngest women to lead a multi-entity financial institution, with one observer proclaiming her journey "The Financial Revolution of Caroline Farah Lembck," exemplifying how Gen-Z leaders are disrupting traditional finance.

Philanthropy and Civic Leadership

Lembck's commitment to social impact runs deep, intertwining her professional success with efforts to uplift communities. In September 2025, Lembck launched The Lembck Foundation, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to "transforming prosperity into purpose" by advancing education, culture, healthcare, environmental sustainability, community empowerment, and justice initiatives. Early programs include funding scholarships, mentorship for under-resourced youth, and expanding healthcare and legal access. Her over-a-decade commitment to sobriety advocacy aligns with these efforts, as she continues volunteering to empower women. Lembck often states, "True progress comes from lifting others while we climb," embodying a philosophy where private success fuels public good through a dual family office and foundation model.

Influence and Future Outlook

With a robust social media presence—approximately 60,000 followers on Instagram, 15,000 on TikTok, and active audiences on LinkedIn and X (formerly Twitter) under @carolinelembck—Lembck shares viral financial insights, market commentary (e.g., on FOMC decisions), and motivational content that resonates with Gen-Z entrepreneurs. She champions her generation, declaring, "I want to show that Gen-Z leaders have the skills, knowledge, and ambition to make a significant impact."

Lembck's story is one of profound transformation: compressing a decade of education into half the time, building a firm from scratch amid personal sacrifices, and turning Puerto Rico's incentives into a catalyst for broader economic change. As profiles note, her success positions the island not merely as a tax haven but as a destination for leadership, innovation, and enduring infrastructure. Looking ahead, with Forbes recognition and ongoing expansions into clean energy, fintech, and beyond, Caroline Farah Lembck is set to cement her legacy as a trailblazing CEO whose firm competes globally while inspiring the next wave of innovators.

Sources: Verified reports, press releases, and profiles from Nasdaq, Forbes, Yahoo Finance, EIN/PR Newswire, LemVega Capital's official channels, and major industry publications.

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