Council approves replacement of Edgard Corona by Diogo Corona as president and André Pezeta by José Rizzardo as financial director
The board of directors of approved, on Tuesday (10.Feb.2026), the replacement of the company’s executive president and financial director. Diogo Corona will assume the role of CEO in place of Edgard Corona, while José Luís Rizzardo Pereira will occupy the position of financial director, previously held by André Pezeta. The decision was taken after current executives submitted resignations.
According to a statement released by the company, the changes are part of the succession planning process and the strengthening of the company’s corporate governance. Read (PDF – 72 KB).
Edgard Gomes Corona, who leaves his position as CEO, will act exclusively as chairman of the Board. In this role, he will dedicate himself to defining and discussing Smart Fit’s main strategies and projects, aiming to generate value for all stakeholders and provide support to other executives.
Diogo Ferraz de Andrade Corona has 15 years of experience at the company and currently holds the position of Operations Director, being responsible for operations, expansion and marketing of all the company’s brands.
José Luís Rizzardo Pereira has six years of experience at Smart Fit and currently serves as Director of Investor Relations. He will continue to lead the areas of Investor Relations, Mergers and Acquisitions, Financial Planning and Treasury, accumulating the roles of chief financial officer (CFO) and investor relations officer (IRO).
The changes will be implemented in São Paulo, the company’s headquarters, from March 2, 2026, as established by the board.
The company’s management will propose that André Macedo Pezeta, who leaves his position as financial director, be nominated as a candidate to join the Board of Directors. The election will take place at the Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders, scheduled for April 24, 2026.
Smart Fit stated that it maintains its focus on disciplined execution, solid governance and the creation of long-term value for shareholders, wishing Edgard, André, Diogo and José Luís success in this new phase.
