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Alexandre Vermeulen

Alexandre Vermeulen

Rio de Janeiro

Summary

Visionary CEO with 20+ years of experience driving innovation and growth in public and private sectors globally. Proven success in investment attraction, strategic partnerships, and complex project implementation. Expert in marketing strategy, technological innovation, and cross-cultural leadership. Known for high productivity, efficient execution, and strategic planning. Skilled in financial management, communication, and decision-making. Committed to driving company success through innovative leadership.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

CEO

Invest.Rio (Municipal Investment Agency, Rio de Janeiro)
Rio de Janeiro
09.2022 - Current
  • Attracted over R$1 billion in direct investments, positioning Rio as a global investment hub.
  • Established strategic partnerships in energy, climate economy, health, and technology sectors
  • Spearheaded innovative "structural projects" to enhance Rio's innovation ecosystem such as the creation of technological parks.
  • Elevated Rio's global business profile through high-impact international partnerships and events.

Senior Advisor

Secretary of Economic Development and Innovation, Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro
11.2021 - 09.2022
  • Advised on pioneering public policies, including large-scale IT education for low-income individuals
  • Led creation of Rio's crypto ecosystem, demonstrating expertise in emerging technologies.
  • Managed communications strategy, overseeing media relations and public speaking engagements.

Co-Founder

Edi Digital - Intelligent Automation
11.2017 - 09.2022
  • Led commercialization of AI-driven Digital Transformation solutions
  • Managed product teams, scaling digital processes for 25+ enterprise clients
  • Achieved up to 90% reduction in client working time through intelligent automation

Country Managing Director Brazil-Chile

Atchik (Mobile Technology Multinational)
08.2007 - 08.2017
  • Drove partnerships with 6 major telecom carriers, achieving 3+ million monthly active users
  • Led cross-functional teams (IT and Marketing) across Brazil, Chile, Mexico, and Denmark
  • Developed strategic partnerships with global clients including SonyMusic, Gemalto, EA, Nokia, and Ericsson

Marketing Manager

TIM Brasil
02.2003 - 07.2005
  • Pioneered world's first mobile telco branding store, attracting 100,000+ annual customers
  • Expanded digital product access through 120 new vending machine and kiosk points of sale
  • Increased profit margins by 18% through strategic content partnerships

Skills

  • Strategic Leadership
  • Investment Attraction
  • Digital Transformation
  • Innovation Management
  • Public-Private Partnerships
  • Global Business Development
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Complex Negotiations
  • AI & Emerging Technologies

Panels and Events

Keynote speaker at global events including Web Summit CIS, Energy Summit, Rio Innovation Week, and Fórum Valor Econômico (Brazil, Canada, USA, Qatar)

Education and Certifications

  • MBA in Marketing and Innovation, University of Hull, UK
  • Postgraduate Degree in Publishing and Content Management, FGV, Brazil
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, PUC-Rio, Brazil
  • Certifications: Gamification, Python for Data Science, Learning Python

Languages

  • Portuguese (Native)
  • English (Fluent)
  • Spanish (Professional Working Proficiency)

Timeline

CEO

Invest.Rio (Municipal Investment Agency, Rio de Janeiro)
09.2022 - Current

Senior Advisor

Secretary of Economic Development and Innovation, Rio de Janeiro
11.2021 - 09.2022

Co-Founder

Edi Digital - Intelligent Automation
11.2017 - 09.2022

Country Managing Director Brazil-Chile

Atchik (Mobile Technology Multinational)
08.2007 - 08.2017

Marketing Manager

TIM Brasil
02.2003 - 07.2005

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