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CEO | Datamar
Master's degree in Economics from Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, UK. Economist and CEO of Datamar for nearly 20 years. Prior to that, he was a sector leader at Lloyd's List Intelligence. He has in-depth knowledge of foreign trade databases in Brazil and South America.s
Statistics Manager | ANTAQ
Working in the port and maritime sector of the National Waterway Transportation Agency (ANTAQ) since 2010, with responsibility for maintaining the Port Performance System (SDP) and managing the Waterway Statistical Panel.
Professor & Researcher | Unifesp
Interdisciplinary researcher in Artificial Cognitive Systems and Social Robotics. Professor of Science and Technology at the Institute of Science and Technology of the Federal University of São Paulo (Unifesp). Postdoctoral fellow in Human-Computer Symbiosis at the Department of Mechatronic Engineering, Polytechnic School of the University of São Paulo (USP). Coordinator of the Professional Master’s and Doctoral Program in Technological Innovation at the Federal University of São Paulo (Unifesp). Pioneer in the Internet in Brazil and in social network analysis. Researcher at the International Center for Advanced Assistive Technologies (University of La Frontera/Chile).
Professor, PhD | IME - Military Institute of Engineering
Prof. Marcos Santos holds two postdoctoral degrees, one of them in Space Sciences and Technologies from the Aeronautics Institute of Technology (ITA). He holds a Master’s and PhD in Operations Research and Decision Making. He teaches Operations Research at the Military Institute of Engineering (IME), working in Computer Engineering, Transportation Engineering, and Defense Engineering. In the field of “Decision Making,” he has presented and/or published over 900 research works in more than 20 countries. In 2023 and 2024, he was listed by Stanford University (USA) among the top 2% of the world’s leading scientists in Mathematical Modeling. He is also an entrepreneur, co-founder of Operational Research and Technology (ORTEC), a consulting and training company established in 16 Brazilian states.
Pricing and Commercial Planning Coordinator | Porto Itapoá
Transportation and Logistics Engineer from the Federal University of Santa Catarina, with an MBA in Business Administration from FGV and international experience at the University of Arkansas, United States. Author of a scientific paper on optimizing work shifts in port terminals. Certified in Pricing by ABPricing and Live University. Has experience in Operations, Strategy, Projects, Processes, Innovation, Logistics, and Sales. Currently coordinates Commercial Planning, Market Intelligence, and Pricing at Porto Itapoá, leading commercial strategies and developing innovative data analysis tools to optimize port capacity and enhance commercial performance.
Professor & Researcher | USP/ESALQ and USP/FEA-RP
PhD candidate at the Polytechnic School of the University of São Paulo (USP), with extensions in Systems and Computer Engineering focused on Decision Support Systems from the Military Institute of Engineering (IME), and in Production Engineering and Military Operations Research from the Fluminense Federal University (UFF). Master’s in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on Manufacturing from the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP), and Mechanical Engineer from Centro Universitário FEI. Certified as a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt Sensei by Six Sigma Academy USA. Serves as a lecturer in the Operations and Quality MBA programs at USP/ESALQ and USP/FEA-RP. Has extensive experience in decision support systems, operations research, and operations and quality management, with expertise in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies applied to industrial and academic projects.
IT Manager | Porto Itapoá
With over 10 years of experience in multinational companies, the speaker has built a solid career in managing IT departments, processes, and teams. He has a strong business vision and excellent relationships with internal areas, optimizing project results. With expertise in IT financial management, he leads budget planning and control, as well as managing external providers to deliver high-quality solutions. He also stands out in team management and development, ensuring engagement and high performance.
CIO | Datamar
CIO at Datamar, MBA from IBMEC, Master’s degree candidate (Stricto Sensu) in Engineering | Researcher in Optimization, Operations Research, and Strategic Decision Making. Developed the company’s pioneering databases and systems.
Consultant & Researcher | CASNAV - Naval Systems Analysis Center
Consultant in Mathematical Modeling and Computing at ORTEC - Operational Research and Technology, and Researcher in Naval Systems Modeling at the Naval Systems Analysis Center (CASNAV). Master’s in Systems and Computing from the Military Institute of Engineering (IME), and PhD candidate in Production Engineering with a focus on Operations Research at Fluminense Federal University (UFF). Former sandwich PhD student in Operations Research at ISEP – Portugal (Instituto Superior de Engenharia do Porto). Author of the book Computational Tools for Decision Support. Academic Advisor in the MBA in Data Science and Analytics at the University of São Paulo (USP). With over 150 published papers and an H-index of 19 on Scopus, he works on the development of mathematical and computational models for decision support.
Professor & Researcher | EEAR - School of Aeronautics Specialists, Brazilian Air Force
PhD candidate and Master in Production Engineering at Fluminense Federal University (UFF). Computer Engineer and Bachelor in Information Technology. Holds Bachelor’s degrees in Business Administration, Accounting Sciences, and Industrial Automation. Has been a lecturer for 16 years in the Electronics specialization at the School of Aeronautics Specialists (EEAR). MBA professor in the discipline of Graph Theory. Academic Advisor for the MBA program at USP/Esalq. Reviewer for the journal Social Network Analysis and Mining (SNAPP), published by Springer Nature.
Product Manager | WiseTech Global
Product Manager at WiseTech Global for Latin America, with a degree in Business Administration, a specialization in Project Management, and an Executive MBA. Has over 20 years of experience in Information Technology, working in multinational companies across Project, Technology, and Product areas. Serves as Technical Coordinator at Procomex, contributing to the development of Brazil’s Single Foreign Trade Portal, and acts as a bridge between the private and public sectors on technological and procedural matters related to Brazilian foreign trade, focusing on implementing innovative solutions and process digitalization.
Senior Market Intelligence Analyst | Wilson Sons
Business Administrator with an MBA in Business Management from FGV and a specialization in Market Intelligence from Saint Paul. With extensive experience in major corporations across the Construction, Banking, and Logistics sectors, he has expertise in Planning, Market Analysis, Strategy, Innovation, Auditing, and Customer Experience. Currently part of the Market Intelligence department at Tecon Salvador, a Wilson Sons unit, where he develops commercial strategies and innovative solutions that directly impact the performance of the Salvador Port container terminal.
Manager | Rochamar Shipping Agency
Bachelor in Languages and Translator/Interpreter from Centro Universitário Ibero-Americano. With over 30 years of experience in foreign trade, she has built a solid career in both multinational and national companies. A specialist in maritime transport, she has extensive knowledge of containerized and bulk cargo shipping. Her career spans market intelligence, commercial operations, logistics, process management, and customs risk management. She stands out for her leadership of large teams, strategic vision, and multifunctional expertise within the sector.
External Consultant | Procomex
External Consultant at the Procomex Institute, with 40 years of experience in the foreign trade sector. He participated in process mapping for the PCS (Port Community System) project of the Secretariat of Ports, the DTe (Electronic Transport Document) project of the Ministry of Transport, and the Customs Compliance Program for Terminals – CONFAD of the Brazilian Federal Revenue Service. He also served as Director of Fenamar, Coordinator of the Documentation Committee at Centronave, and former Documentation Manager at Maersk. Holds a degree in Philosophy from UNIMES in Santos.
Head of International Logistics | Lojas Renner S.A
Serves as Senior Director of Operations and Supply Chain, with extensive experience in designing and executing global strategies encompassing procurement, shipping, trade compliance, and distribution. Leader of multifunctional teams across LATAM and APAC regions, focused on operational excellence and collaboration. His experience includes implementing logistics efficiency projects, negotiating with international government agencies, and managing risk to optimize operational visibility and speed.
Business Intelligence Manager | Datamar
Data enthusiast and Business Intelligence Manager at Datamar. With nearly 20 years of experience in the maritime sector, he has worked across commercial, operational, and BI areas, while also providing strong support to related departments. Holds a Master’s degree in Strategic Management and Business and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in International Trade from PUCRS.
Tax Auditor | Brazilian Federal Revenue Service
Graduated Magna Cum Laude in Computer and Information Engineering from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) and holds a postgraduate degree in Data Science and Big Data from PUC-Minas. Joined the Brazilian Federal Revenue Service (RFB) in 2010 as a Tax Auditor. Twice awarded the RFB Creativity and Innovation Prize (2012 and 2018). Served as Head of the Risk Management Team at the Uruguaiana/RS Customs Office and as Special Coordinator for Customs Risk Management (CORAD) between 2020 and 2024. Has extensive experience in the customs field, with emphasis on customs risk management and systems development. Accredited as a Customs Risk Management Specialist by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and External Consultant to the IMF.
Economist & Researcher | Port Specialist
Economist specialized in logistics and innovation, with a postgraduate degree in Project Management and a Master’s in Controllership and Finance, as well as in Port Management and Logistics. With over 20 years of experience, he has excelled in the areas of Logistics Planning, Innovation, and scientific research in the port sector. He also teaches in MBA programs and is a columnist specializing in port-related topics for A Tribuna de Santos newspaper and Chile’s Portal Portuario.
Senior Business Executive | Google Cloud
With over 20 years of experience in digital transformation, Rodrigo Lima is a Senior Business Executive at Google Cloud. He has a strong background in business strategy, strategic execution, and innovation, holding certifications from institutions such as Stanford, MIT, Harvard, Wharton, and IDEO. He has participated in leadership development programs at Eckerd College and IE Business School. Previously, he served for 9 years as Senior Growth Leader and Senior Business Executive in Google’s Ads division.
Commercial Director | JBS Terminals
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, MBA in International Business and Foreign Trade, Postgraduate degree in Market Intelligence, and MBA in Strategic Management. Daniel has over 10 years of experience in sales, stakeholder management, business development, customer service, strategic account management, and team leadership in ports and logistics companies. He is also certified as a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.
Financial Consultant Comex | Grupo Renner
Executive with over 15 years of experience in corporate finance, strategy, logistics, and innovation. Holds a degree in Economics from UFRGS and a Master’s in Economics and Maritime Logistics from Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam. She has built a solid career leading projects in sectors such as private equity, ports, and communications. Throughout her career, she has been responsible for evaluating investments in over 40 port and logistics projects across Brazil. Recently, she developed a methodology focused on the energy transition and decarbonization of container terminals in the country. Currently, she serves as a Finance Business Partner in the Logistics area of the Lojas Renner S.A. ecosystem. Previously, she was CFO at EB Capital, managing R$ 3 billion in investment funds, and led strategic and operational initiatives at companies such as Porto Itapoá, where she promoted improvements that increased revenue and positioned the port among the five largest and most innovative in Brazil.
Director of Corporate Strategy | Grupo Unimar
Graduated in Information Technology from the Faculty of Technology of São Paulo (FATEC), with specializations in Strategic IT Management (Gama Filho), Business Management with an emphasis on Logistics (Dom Cabral), and an MBA in Financial Management (IBMEC). He is currently pursuing a degree in Port Management through the Shipping and Transport College International. In 2023, he was the winner of the international FONASBA Young Talent award for his work addressing the impacts and opportunities generated by decarbonization in the maritime transport sector.
Product Management Director | Thomson Reuters Brazil
Holds a degree in Information Systems and an MBA specialization in Software Engineering, with 20 years of experience in developing solutions and software for foreign trade. He is responsible for Thomson Reuters’ Foreign Trade and Special Customs Regimes management products in Latin America, serving the leading importing and exporting companies in the market.
Commercial Director | FTrade Brazil
With 25 years of experience in Foreign Trade and International Logistics, she has held strategic positions in multinational companies within the maritime sector. She holds a degree in Business Administration from the Federal University of Ceará and an MBA in Strategic Business Management from FGV. She has accumulated 17 years of experience in two of the largest maritime companies — Maersk (2006 - 2018) and CMA CGM (2018 - 2023). Since 2023, she has served as Commercial Director at FTrade Brazil, leading operations and strategies focused on growth and efficiency in global trade.
IT & CyberSecurity Manager | Brasil Terminal Portuário (BTP)
IT and Information Security Manager at Brasil Terminal Portuário (BTP), with extensive professional experience in companies providing Foreign Trade and International Logistics services.Responsible for leading pioneering IT projects in the port sector, as well as overseeing infrastructure, systems, support, and information security at one of the largest container terminals in South America.Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the Catholic University of Santos and an MBA in Information Technology from Fundação Getúlio Vargas (FGV).