Lara Campos Tropa - IBM
Chair
Specialized Committees
To support the execution of its responsibilities, the AmCham Board has established Specialized Committees as advisory bodies.Designated Committees:
Technology and Innovation
Mission:In the current socio-economic context, still marked by some uncertainty, this committee should develop an activity plan focused on the importance for organizations of adopting innovative technologies to identify new ways of addressing the challenges faced by consumers, employees, and the market. The goal is to enhance resilience, create a long-term vision, and ensure a sustainable competitive advantage.
Jorge Simões - EDP
Ana Casaca - GALP
Alda Caldeira - CISCO
Carlos Pinheiro - UPS
Luis Timóteo - Capgemini
AI, Data and Cybersecurity
Mission: To promote the adoption of AI and cybersecurity in Portugal, for the benefit of individuals, businesses, and transatlantic relations.
Strategic Pillars: (1)Accelerate the commercial adoption of these technologies, driving growth across the ecosystem for all stakeholders. (2)Contribute to a positive regulatory environment that balances security and innovation.
Manuela Vaz - Accenture
Chair
Tiago Esteves - Salesforce
Marta da Silva - AWS
Luis Rato - Microsoft
Miguel Almeida - Cisco
Hugo Balseiro - Accenture
Hervé Gaio Silva - Deloitte
Energy
Mission: The Energy Transition is currently one of the major national and global priorities, with countries working towards achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, linking economic value to sustainability. In a context marked by a strengthened commitment to the decarbonization of energy systems, this committee should foster discussions on measures and policies aligned with these objectives.
Georgios Papadimitriou - Galp
Chair
Renato Braz - Galp
Ricardo Ferreira - EDP
Albano Moreira - UPS
Capgemini
Sustainability
Mission:This committee should promote discussion and concrete actions among members to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability, ethics, and responsibility in all they do. It should also foster collaboration between businesses, government, and society for the benefit of all.
Leslie Rubio – Citi
Chair
Carlos Elavai - Boston Consulting Group
Daniela Castelbranco - ManpowerGroup
Ines dos Santos Costa - Deloitte
Maria João Marques- Capgemini
Nelson Ferreira - AIG
Sandro Pinto - UPS
Education
Mission: The talent challenge spans all businesses and industries, and this is a critical moment where attracting and retaining top professionals is key to success. This committee should strengthen AmCham’s engagement with academia and R&D entities by developing an activity plan that fosters discussion on the major challenges organizations currently face in human resources, and how national talent can become even more competitive in a global context.
Isabel Capeloa Gil - UCP
Chair
Loreto Fernandez Roca - UPS
Dana Redford
Filipa Gamanho Esteves - Capgemini
Real Estate
Mission:To support the real estate sector and its companies by addressing key challenges such as rising construction costs, market pressures, and the shortage of skilled labor, while simultaneously encouraging the adoption of new technologies and materials to enhance the sector’s long-term efficiency and resilience. Promote dialogue with public authorities with the aim of reducing regulatory barriers and other constraints.
João Bugalho - Arrow Global
Chair
Tiago Eiró - EastBanc
Swapan Kumar - Brightman Group
José Araújo
Francisco Horta e Costa - CBRE
Henrique Rodrigues da Silva - Vanguard Properties
Ricardo Santos Lopes - Capgemini
Health & Biotechnology
Mission:The mission of this committee is to contribute to creating a business environment that is conducive to investment and innovation, while also fostering reflection on the role of healthcare institutions and the impact of biotechnology and biopharmaceuticals in the pursuit of more precise, innovative, and effective treatments, taking into account potential challenges related to increasing social and economic inequalities.
Paulo Teixeira - Pfizer
Chair
João Norte - Bial
Paulo Dinis - DaVita
Patricia Silva Dias - Amgen
Alberto Navia-Osorio Pascual - Viatris
Sofia Ferreira - Organon
Juan Carlos Portasany - Bristol Myers Squibb
Tourism
Mission:This committee should promote tourism initiatives that support sector companies, strengthen the local economy, and encourage transatlantic cooperation, while also addressing key industry challenges such as labor shortages, technological adaptation, and market competitiveness, all while enhancing the overall visitor experience.
João Machado - Grupo Pestana
Chair
Financial Sector
Mission: This committee aims to address and enhance various aspects of financial services that are essential for economic well-being and business growth, while also contributing to discussions across multiple areas, with the following key objectives: learning from leading industry experts and leveraging AmCham as a privileged channel to amplify the most relevant topics, taking into account the similarities and differences between the banking sectors in the U.S. and Europe/Portugal; promoting initiatives developed by banks, insurers, and other financial services entities; and addressing and discussing major trends, as well as topics related to Risk Management and Compliance.
Carlos Freire - AON
Chair
Nelson Ferreira - AIG
Bernardo Pinheiro Torres - Millennium bcp
Peter Rodrigues - Banco de Investimento Global (BIG)
Private Equity
João Torroaes Valente - Morais Leitão
Chair
Vanessa Gelado - Hines
Francisco Bello - Bain Capital
Francisco Fezas Vital - Blackstone
