Fernando Silva
Head of Venture Capital
• Experienced entrepreneur and venture capital investor since 1998 (25+ years of experience). • Deep knowledge of innovation and technology trends and market drivers. • Experience in the process of screening, analysis, investment and management (Seed Capital, Venture Capital and Private Equity). Actively participated in the IT&C investment cycles at Opportunity Asset Management and Bozano Investimentos. • Track record with over 40 investiments in different segments of the technology industry. • Experienced board member with a financial, strategy, governance and technology/innovation skills. • Professional speaker in workshops and technology events. • Experience in mergers and acquisitions (both sell and buy sides). • Extensive relationship network with VCs, entrepreneurs, incubators, accelerators and government funding agencies. • Experience in the strategic planning/management of business in the corporate and consumer segments of different industries including, but not limited to Fintech, Telecom, IT and Game industries. • Experience in the development of business and products in Telecom, IT, Fintech and Game markets. • Authorized and registered at the Brazilian CVM (Comissão de Valores Mobiliários) as an Investment Fund Administrator. • Strong leadership skills and experience in the management of workgroups. Assertive and hands-on. • Strategic, operational and comprehensive vision of different industry segments in Brazil and abroad. • Fluent in English (including business) and Portuguese. Intermediate Spanish. Specialties: Venture capital, M&A, product development and strategy, marketing strategy, strategic planning, project management, financial analysis, corporate governance, portfolio management, business valuation, planning, development