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Independent Director
IAM Distressed Investimentos SIC Imobiliária S.AIndependent Director
Dec. 2023Cascais, Lisbon, Portugal · HybridIn my current position, I serve as the Board Chairman for a Real Estate Investment Fund managed by SPX Portugal, SGOIC S.A., where I lead strategic initiatives for IAM Distressed Investimentos SIC Imobiliária S.A. in Cascais. Drawing on my deep knowledge of real estate and investment management, I provide direction to stakeholders, ensuring our goals are met through effective collaboration and alignment. My Key Accomplishments: • Navigated regulatory and financial complexities, actively contributed to board meetings, and influenced decision-making processes. • Optimised fund performance by safeguarding shareholder interests and adhering to industry best practices. • Championed cohesive communication and co-operation within organisation, enhancing overall effectiveness. • Drove success through active participation in strategic initiatives, risk management, and decision-making processes.
Managing Director
Quinta do Saloio Lda.Managing Director
Dec. 2018 - Aug. 2023Cascais, Portugal · On-siteIn my role as Managing Director, I took charge of Horae Lda., my personal investment venture in Portugal. Additionally, I served as the Managing Partner and Investor at Quinta do Saloio Lda. in Cascais. My duties encompassed overseeing daily operations, financial management, and strategic growth initiatives for both brick-and-mortar stores and the online presence. My Key Accomplishments: • Oversaw company's annual revenue of approximately €3M and managed team of 14 employees. • Executed financial oversight, ensuring optimal profitability and adherence to industry standards. • Applied strategic planning to drive expansion, enhancing overall business efficiency and performance.
Managing Director
Restelo Partners Lda.Managing Director
Jun. 2018 - Jul. 2020Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal · On-siteIn my prior role, I held the position of Partner and Investor at Restelo Partners Lda. in Lisbon, where I also served as Director. I founded and managed a boutique investment firm specialising in small-scale real estate projects across the greater Lisbon area of Portugal. My Key Accomplishments: • Contributed as Partner and investor, bringing strategic planning expertise to drive company's success. • Led real estate acquisition negotiations, showcasing proficiency in securing favourable deals and ensuring project viability. • Focused on development of small real estate projects, aligning strategies with market demands and regional opportunities. • Played key role in establishment and growth of company, emphasising strategic planning and negotiation skills.
Managing Director
Strategic Metal Exportação e Importação Ltda.Managing Director
May. 2017 - Jun. 2019Rio de Janeiro Area, Brazil · HybridIn my role as Founding Partner and primary investor, I led the operations of Strategic Metal Exportação e Importação Ltda. in Rio de Janeiro. I devised and implemented strategic, commercial, and financial initiatives, securing the company's competitive advantage and financial sustainability. My Key Accomplishments: • Pioneered start-up dedicated to acquisition and trade of Tantalite and Columbite ore in Brazilian market. • Played pivotal role in establishment and growth of venture, contributing as key investor and strategic planner. • Orchestrated start-up operations as discerning buyer and trader of Tantalite and Columbite ore, optimising profitability. • Divested personal stake upon relocating to Portugal in late 2017, showcasing adaptability and strategic decision-making.
Managing Director
EnergyRE Ltda.Managing Director
Apr. 2016 - Jul. 2018Rio de Janeiro Area, Brazil · HybridIn my executive position, I managed administrative and financial aspects of a startup, guaranteeing operational efficiency and fiscal responsibility. I spearheaded the identification and acquisition of properties for investor portfolio expansion, significantly growing the company's real estate holdings. Through strategic negotiation, I secured property acquisitions aimed at optimising returns, demonstrating strong financial acumen. My Key Accomplishments: • Pioneered start-up centred on identifying real estate assets with energy generation projects, strategically aligning with long-term investment goals. • Structured innovative investment concepts, including Sale and Leaseback or Buy to Let strategies, to attract yield-oriented real estate investors in Brazilian market. • Integrated energy generation projects with real estate investments, contributing to company's unique value proposition.
Managing Director
Brazil Wind S.A.Managing Director
Mar. 2012 - Jul. 2015Rio de Janeiro Area, Brazil · On-siteEnergy Holding Company specialized in developing wind power projects in Brazil. Currently indirect owner of 170MW of Wind Farms in the Northeast of Brazil.
Managing Director
Brazil Hydropower Participações S.A.Managing Director
Dec. 2011 - Jul. 2015Rio de Janeiro Area, Brazil · On-siteEnergy Holding Company specialized in developing hydro power projects in Brazil. Indirect owner of 200MW of small hydro projects ready to be developed.
Non-Executive Director
Brazil Energy S.A.Non-Executive Director
Dec. 2010 - Jul. 2015Holding Company, indirect owner of operational Heavy Fuel Oil Thermo Power Plant (48MW) and Wind Farms (170MW) and 200MW of Small Hydro Power Projects ready to development in Brazil.
Partner
Nova Investimentos Ltda.Partner
Jun. 2010 - Jul. 2015Rio de Janeiro, Brazil · On-siteIn this venture, I co-founded and co-managed VC/PE Funds and local REIFs, demonstrating entrepreneurial leadership and financial acumen. I prioritised transparency and governance, enhancing the company's reputation for responsible financial management and value creation for stakeholders. My Key Accomplishments: • Analysed and developed new projects, specialising in green and brownfield opportunities and M&A within power generation sector, amassing portfolio exceeding 1.5GW in projects. • Managed VC/PE Funds through committee oversight, ensuring alignment with objectives and adherence to governance principles. • Played crucial role on boards of invested companies, fostering accountability to fund stakeholders and optimising performance. • Propelled company's assets under management to approx. $250M, indicative of effective fund management and strategic growth.
Non-Executive Director
Brasympe Energia S.A.Non-Executive Director
Aug. 2002 - Jul. 2015Rio de Janeiro Area, BrazilInvestment company responsible for developing and operating 360MW of Diesel Power Generation between 2002-2006 in Brazil. Indirect owner since 2007 of a Heavy Fuel Oil thermo power plant with 48MW in Brazil.
Administrative Director
Brasympe Energia S.A.Administrative Director
Jan. 2002 - Jun. 2003Rio de Janeiro Area, Brazil · HybridAs the Administrative Director, I was responsible for overseeing the administrative domain, which included negotiating and managing contracts with service providers, suppliers, and shareholders. My Key Accomplishments: • Played key role in implementing company from inception to operational, achieving power generation capacity of 364MW. • Co-led implementation budget of US$150M, ensuring effective allocation and utilisation of resources. • Managed relationships with prominent shareholders such as Brazil Energy, Sotreq (Caterpillar Brazil), Petrobras, and MPE (Brazilian Engineering group).
Managing Director
Brazil Energy S.A.Managing Director
Dec. 2000 - Jun. 2012On-siteIn my previous role, I acted as a key representative for my group, exerting influence to create strategic partnerships and advance objectives in a variety of settings, including board meetings, associations, government bodies, auctions, and international relations. I used advanced project modeling techniques to improve technical and financial aspects, encouraging innovation and achieving exceptional project outcomes. My Key Accomplishments: • Led negotiation efforts for >US$250M infrastructure and energy projects, overseeing 1GW portfolio spanning Diesel, Wind, and HFO generation, alongside complex Hydro, Biomass, and Gas greenfield ventures. • Pioneered project evaluation and implementation, navigating intricate ventures directly and through S.P.C.s, ensuring seamless execution in dynamic energy sector. • Directed financial performance oversight, driving sustained growth and informed decision-making, reinforcing strategic vision and operational efficiency.
Business Analyst
Robalinho E Consultores Associados Ltda.Business Analyst
Jan. 1997 - Nov. 2000Rio de Janeiro Area, Brazil · On-siteConsulting Company involved in the development of Power Generation, Oil & Gas, Infrastructure projects to national and international clients.
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