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Bridging technology, capital and international markets.

I help startups, investors and organizations turn international opportunities into business results, combining technology, business development and global networks with hands-on experience across LATAM, Europe and international markets.

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About

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I work at the intersection of startups, venture capital and international business.

Over 20 years, I've sold B2B software, opened markets in more than 20 countries and lived in seven. Today I find startups with investment potential and help founders reach the right market.

World Cup 2022
Digital workforce products for a process with 500,000+ applicants and about 15,000 volunteers trained.
World Cup 2014
Corporate IT team of the Organising Committee, Brazil.
Venture
LATAM Partner at Valley Date. VC in Residence at LvlUp Ventures.

Work

Four areas of work.

  • 01

    Venture scouting and advisory

    I scout startups and connect founders with investors.

  • 02

    International expansion

    I help startups expand into Europe and Latin America.

  • 03

    AI products

    I build agentic AI products for startups and industry.

  • 04

    Major sporting events

    Technology, workforce and partnerships for mega events, with a focus on the 2030 FIFA World Cup.

Path

Path

2026
LATAM Partner, Valley Date / VC in Residence, LvlUp Ventures
2025 — now
Co-founder and strategic advisor, PackD / Co-founder, Waypoint
2022–2023
IT Workforce Systems Manager, FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
2014–2021
SaaS Account Manager, Aleyant (Europe and Latin America)
2011–2014
IT Corporate Manager, FIFA 2014 Organising Committee (Brazil)

Contact

Let's talk.

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