I began my professional life in sports. I was an athlete and soccer player until the age of 23, playing in youth, amateur, and professional teams. The last two years in sports were challenging, undergoing surgical interventions on my right knee and ligaments. I stopped playing soccer due to these physical issues.
Stage 2 - Technical
I obtained a BA in Mathematics along with specializations and certifications in IT. I earned the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer Professional Certification. I worked as an IT Instructor for Professional Certification, Programmer, and Network Administrator.
Stage 3 - Managerial
From the Technical IT area, I assumed management positions in IT. This involved system development projects and training. I managed technical support teams for Microsoft servers. I also managed translation teams for USA WebCT eLearning products in Brazil.
Stage 4 - Executive
With the international representation of WebCT in Brazil, I became an Education and Technology Account Executive. I was responsible for implementing USA WebCT's eLearning business in Brazil. This involved sales of servers and SaaS services, installation, configuration, support, and server administration. I was an IT Account Executive in the Microsoft partnership in Brazil. I marketed and implemented Dell servers and Microsoft's SaaS services for client-server networks. I managed sales and marketing teams, account management, and revenue growth. We represented Digitalis Portugal in selling educational ERPs in Brazil.
Stage 5 - Researcher and Author
I started the Xnewdata Portugal project. For the development of Big Data and Data Science products and services. I worked as a researcher and author of new technologies. Currently, I have been directing my efforts towards learning AI and business fields in this area. Seeking new segments and market activities.