CEO & Founding Partner
Seasoned Professional with top level international experience in Banking, Energy and Private Equity. Participated in some of Portugal’s largest capital markets transactions, led a $12bn turnover business at Galp and originated, structured and executed several Private Equity deals in different sectors. As an entrepreneur, André has developed unique real estate projects including the Dune House featured in the Netflix series "World’s Most Extraordinary Homes". A skilful managing directing holding a Master's Degree in Business Administration from Universidade Católica Portuguesa in Lisbon.
CIO & Founding Partner
francisco.sottomayor@aimtoinvest.com
Highly experienced Managing Director in the financial services industry, boasting a comprehensive track record in Capital Markets, Financial Structuring, Corporate Finance, and M&A. With an extensive career path involving reputable financial institutions including Société Général, Crédit Suisse, Citi Group, BPI and AXIA Ventures Group, Francisco is also an astute entrepreneur, actively investing in Technology and Real Assets, such as Forestry. A graduate of NOVA School of Business and Economics and Harvard Business School program participant.
Founding Partner
saldanha.bento@aimtoinvest.com
With a vast experience in the corporate world and Public Sector, José has held top managerial positions in the largest Portuguese Corporates in Energy, Renewables and Infrastructure sectors. Highly skilled in project management, deal negotiation and execution, José has served in the Public Sector having been, among other positions, Head of the Portuguese Institute for Tourism and Chief of Staff for the Vice-Prime Minister and the Minister of Economy. Holds two Law Degrees from Universidade Católica Portuguesa and Faculdade de Direito in Lisbon.
Founding Partner
Highly experienced professional with a focus on Private Equity and Energy. Combining a vast international management experience with exceptional deal execution skills, João has negotiated, executed and managed investments in Energy, FMCG, Logistics, Real Estate and Education. Holds a Master’s Degree in Economics by Lisbon School of Economics and Management and has attended management and leadership programs from Nova SBE in Lisbon and INSEAD in Fontainebleau.
Director l Asset Management Division
With over a decade of experience, João is a highly skilled professional specializing in financial advisory services, particularly in Corporate Finance/M&A and Structured & Acquisition Finance. His expertise lies in origination, negotiation, and execution, with a proven track record of success across various sectors. João holds a Master's Degree in Management from Nova School of Business and Economics in Lisbon, as well as a Master's Degree in Business Administration from Insper in São Paulo.
Compliance Officer
Highly skilled Compliance Specialist with extensive knowledge of Portuguese and European Financial Services Regulatory Law, complemented by a strong legal background. Boasting over 10 years of experience in the banking industry, Liliana’s educational background includes a Law Degree from Universidade Católica Portuguesa in Lisbon, a Post-Graduation Degree in Tax Law from Lisbon’s Faculty of Law, an Anti-Corruption Compliance Program from Nova School of Business and Economics in Lisbon and a Harvard Business School’s program.
Office Manager & Compliance Specialist
Office manager with a decade-long background in the commercial and project management sectors. Also, experienced in functional and agile analysis. KYC specialist, serving as an L2 reviewer and applying Global Sanctions Screening procedures. Proficient in continuous Standard Due Diligence (PDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) processes.Vanessa's educational background includes a Master's Degree in Economics from Lusofona University in Lisbon.
AIMTOINVEST CAPITAL PARTNERS, SGOIC, S.A. is an Asset Management company registered in the Commercial Registry Office under the registration number 517029448.