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Biography

My passion lies in managing higher education institutions to generate meaningful impact on society through talent development and insightful research. I have extensive experience teaching courses on business strategy, economic development, and macroeconomic and geopolitical trends, and have taught at leading business schools across Asia, Europe, and the Americas.

Since September 2024, I am the Director General of Esade, where I am committed to transforming education to create conscious and effective leaders.

At Esade, I lead a vibrant academic community that is dedicated to innovation, embraces disruption, and cultivates collaborative leadership, strengthening our global partnerships and reinforcing our role as a catalyst for positive change.

Education as an agent of change

I continuously refine educational content to ensure it remains relevant, engaging, and forward-looking. My mission is to empower students to innovate and create real impact, becoming creators of solutions, not just interpreters of problems.

My teaching strategies are:

1

Interdisciplinary learning

Breaking down boundaries to promote holistic, globally aware thinking.

2

Practical application

Prepare learners to confidently face complex real-world challenges.

3

Educational Evolution

Advocating for adaptive teaching methods that reflect rapid global change.

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Prizes

I am honored to have received several awards throughout my career for my work in education and economic research. These recognitions reflect my commitment to advancing knowledge and inspiring the next generation of leaders.

2022
Awarded Grande-Oficial da Ordem da Instrução Pública
Presidency of the Portuguese Republic
2011
Best Teacher Award
The Lisbon MBA
1991-1995
Fullbright Fellow
Fullbright Commission
1994-1995
Bradley Fellow
Bradley Foundation