I keep my role as a Partner of UpSideUp (founded in 2011), and now I am doing most of UpSideUp's services independently. This gives me a different level of independence and customers may choose if they prefer to hire UpSideUp services or my own.

Visual Facilitator & Graphic Recorder (IFVP)Professional Facilitator (IAF)Design Thinker (U.Virginia) and Applied Innovation Consultant (OGIN)Gamification for Businesses (U.Pennsylvania)Professional Trainer (IEFP)AYOA AmbassadorOfficial Distributor of Odessa ConceptDraw (software: Diagram, Project, and Mindmap)Mind Maps Trainer (Buzan, OpenGenius & Odessa)Business and Executive Coach (ECA)NLP Master & Trainer (IANLP)This company is specialized in… Show more Visual Facilitator & Graphic Recorder (IFVP)Professional Facilitator (IAF)Design Thinker (U.Virginia) and Applied Innovation Consultant (OGIN)Gamification for Businesses (U.Pennsylvania)Professional Trainer (IEFP)AYOA AmbassadorOfficial Distributor of Odessa ConceptDraw (software: Diagram, Project, and Mindmap)Mind Maps Trainer (Buzan, OpenGenius & Odessa)Business and Executive Coach (ECA)NLP Master & Trainer (IANLP)This company is specialized in Facilitation for Improvement (graphic recording, visual facilitation, consulting, design thinking, gamification, coaching and training, change and conflict management, project management, creativity and innovation, sales, communication, mind maps, and other visual tools) as well as on Education (specific study methodologies, like Mind Maps, Visual Thinking, Design Thinking, Applied Innovation, Speed Reading and other methodologies). Show less

OpenGenius is a great partner of UpSideUp. With more than 12 years in the market, they are focused on innovation, productivity and education, with the help of visual software. The current software solutions is:AYOA! It includes functionalities from their two previous offers and more:- iMindMap, the digital mind mapping solution for learning and creativity;- DropTask, visual project management for teams, a great productivity and communication tool.

Visual communication is fundamental. I've started giving some classes on executive courses, so participants learn how to and start using design thinking and visual communication for their advantage and their teams.The good use of visuals can exponentially increase the power of communication and creativity, so a speaker will pass his message with much more impact and ideas will flow!Some facts:- 2/3 of us are visuals and 90% of what gets to our brains is thru vision- images are… Show more Visual communication is fundamental. I've started giving some classes on executive courses, so participants learn how to and start using design thinking and visual communication for their advantage and their teams.The good use of visuals can exponentially increase the power of communication and creativity, so a speaker will pass his message with much more impact and ideas will flow!Some facts:- 2/3 of us are visuals and 90% of what gets to our brains is thru vision- images are processed 90.000 times faster than text and we can capture more than 36.000 per hour- people understand concepts 4 times faster when they see a picture, especially a colorful one- images are equally understood by most people, so they help to level understanding- visuals generate emotion and emotion leads to a decisionThis is why I am focused on Visual Communication, Design Thinking, and Innovation. Show less

Visual communication is fundamental. I've started giving some classes on executive courses, so participants learn how to and start using design thinking and visual communication for their advantage and their teams.The good use of visuals can exponentially increase the power of communication and creativity, so a speaker will pass his message with much more impact and ideas will flow!Some facts:- 2/3 of us are visuals and 90% of what gets to our brains is thru vision- images are… Show more Visual communication is fundamental. I've started giving some classes on executive courses, so participants learn how to and start using design thinking and visual communication for their advantage and their teams.The good use of visuals can exponentially increase the power of communication and creativity, so a speaker will pass his message with much more impact and ideas will flow!Some facts:- 2/3 of us are visuals and 90% of what gets to our brains is thru vision- images are processed 90.000 times faster than text and we can capture more than 36.000 per hour- people understand concepts 4 times faster when they see a picture, especially a colorful one- images are equally understood by most people, so they help to level understanding- visuals generate emotion and emotion leads to a decisionThis is why I am focused on Visual Communication, Design Thinking, and Innovation. Show less

Cursos e Workshops para formadores do IEFP em MindMaps/Mapas Mentais, Técnicas e ferramentas em sala e online, Gamification / Gamificação, Gestão do Tempo e outros/as.

UpSideUp is the distributor for Portugal of the following software products:ConceptDraw DIAGRAM - diagraming softwareConceptDraw PROJECT - project management softwareConceptDraw MIND MAP - mind mapping softwareConceptDraw Office 5 - a fully integrated software packageYou may find all the information on UpSideUp website, at http://www.upsideup.pt/en/to-buy-and-for-free/software.

We are focused on Innovation and Visuals, so we looked and we found NEULAND many years ago. A German brand with an amazing offer that we could never found before in Portugal.We restarted this year our partnership with Neuland after a long interruption.We are now (again) official resellers and we have all the full range to offer:- Flipcharts and Pinboards (we have an amazing offer with a high-quality standard)- Whiteboards and Wallboards (as you have probably seen in Germany, the… Show more We are focused on Innovation and Visuals, so we looked and we found NEULAND many years ago. A German brand with an amazing offer that we could never found before in Portugal.We restarted this year our partnership with Neuland after a long interruption.We are now (again) official resellers and we have all the full range to offer:- Flipcharts and Pinboards (we have an amazing offer with a high-quality standard)- Whiteboards and Wallboards (as you have probably seen in Germany, the UK or the USA, but not so common in Portugal)- Workshop Materials and Cases (Wow! That'll make a real difference!)- Markers (the most fantastic collection in so many colours, for whiteboard or paper and most are rechargeable)- Literature (want to learn the hows about visuals? This is it!)- Accessories (What do you need? got it!)- Furniture (specifically designed for human needs!) Show less

LOGO "UPSQUARE" CRIADO PELA UPSIDEUP.PTVisual Software, Design, Video, Digital Signage and Corporate TV.This is UpSideUp's Time Square!

This 2018 edition, in Lisbon, follows the 1st Edition of the ISC that last year took place in Hamburg, Germany, by the initiative of Andrea Brucken, Diana Meier-Soriat, Katharina Theis-Bröhl and Marianne Rady.This is a community event organized in a non-common format (in Portugal) in which every participant can also be a speaker and present his or her's ideas and share their knowledge about the main subject of the conference: sketchnotes and other visual thinking formats.This is a 3… Show more This 2018 edition, in Lisbon, follows the 1st Edition of the ISC that last year took place in Hamburg, Germany, by the initiative of Andrea Brucken, Diana Meier-Soriat, Katharina Theis-Bröhl and Marianne Rady.This is a community event organized in a non-common format (in Portugal) in which every participant can also be a speaker and present his or her's ideas and share their knowledge about the main subject of the conference: sketchnotes and other visual thinking formats.This is a 3 days event with a super-low price, just to cover the costs.We have some sponsors and the main ones are Lisboa Empreende (from Lisbon City Hall), Universidade Nova de Lisboa and Neuland. Show less

This was a 6 months project, between March and August 2016, to help developing the Digital Transformation area of CGI.Digital Transformation is a means for clients to achieve step changes in business performance, balancing the needs of business agility, with sustainable and secure operations.On addition to business consultancy, Digital Transformation, which is based on Design Thinking and totally human centered, helps companies achieving efficiency (effectiveness on a shorter period of… Show more This was a 6 months project, between March and August 2016, to help developing the Digital Transformation area of CGI.Digital Transformation is a means for clients to achieve step changes in business performance, balancing the needs of business agility, with sustainable and secure operations.On addition to business consultancy, Digital Transformation, which is based on Design Thinking and totally human centered, helps companies achieving efficiency (effectiveness on a shorter period of time) as solutions (products, processes or services) match end-users (customer, employees, etc.) needs and desires. Show less

I was appointed as a member of the board of directors of IFVP and I am very proud of it.This is a fantastic organization (community, tribe, etc.) and I am willing to serve the best possible so this profession becomes recognized all over.Visuals are great and we are here to show it!If anyone needs a visual thinker or practitioner, anywhere in the world, please contact me/us and we'll find the best person for the job!

I am responsible for Garmendia operations in Portugal.Garmendia specialises in software consulting, auditing and legal services related to new technologies, Intellectual Property, and Software Asset Management.We are leaders in this field, providing the most advanced and comprehensive Software Asset Management services, License Compliance and legal enforcement that currently exist worldwide. Our current focus in Portugal is assuring that Oracle customers are compliant with Oracle… Show more I am responsible for Garmendia operations in Portugal.Garmendia specialises in software consulting, auditing and legal services related to new technologies, Intellectual Property, and Software Asset Management.We are leaders in this field, providing the most advanced and comprehensive Software Asset Management services, License Compliance and legal enforcement that currently exist worldwide. Our current focus in Portugal is assuring that Oracle customers are compliant with Oracle licensing rules. In addition, we help customers avoid or reduce the potential negative impacts of non-compliance situations.My goal is to develop fantastic relations between Garmendia, Customers and Oracle. Show less

Since January 2012, I have worked regularly for Oracle EMEA Sales & Consulting Readiness, facilitating Oracle BootCamps for newcomers to Oracle Sales all over Europe, Middle East & Africa.This project is a great experience, as it allows me to keep in touch with one of the world's most impressive companies and sales forces. On top of that is a fantastic multicultural enrichment opportunity.We do training on sales & presentation techniques, and we play very realistic role-plays that allow… Show more Since January 2012, I have worked regularly for Oracle EMEA Sales & Consulting Readiness, facilitating Oracle BootCamps for newcomers to Oracle Sales all over Europe, Middle East & Africa.This project is a great experience, as it allows me to keep in touch with one of the world's most impressive companies and sales forces. On top of that is a fantastic multicultural enrichment opportunity.We do training on sales & presentation techniques, and we play very realistic role-plays that allow us to observe newcomers in action. Show less

"POWERUP" LOGO CREATED BY UPSIDEUP.PTInformation and Communication Technologies & Engineering, with a particular focus on Innovation. A startup with several PowerUps!We are a group of very experienced professionals, covering from business processes management & improvement to ICT solutions design and implementation. We also deal with Intelectual Property and technology transfer.On a similar approach to that of UpSideUp for other areas, we also support startups and new projects… Show more "POWERUP" LOGO CREATED BY UPSIDEUP.PTInformation and Communication Technologies & Engineering, with a particular focus on Innovation. A startup with several PowerUps!We are a group of very experienced professionals, covering from business processes management & improvement to ICT solutions design and implementation. We also deal with Intelectual Property and technology transfer.On a similar approach to that of UpSideUp for other areas, we also support startups and new projects focused on the areas of ICT & Engineering. Show less

At Oracle, I was responsible for the management of a small number of named strategic accounts, like Sonae Group, MillenniumBCP, Jerónimo Martins, SIBS, Unicre, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Agriculture and Câmara Municipal de Lisboa (Lisbon City Hall) (not all simultaneously). My goal has always been to convert each large organization into a representative customer of Oracle with a long-lasting relation. I showed them the value of the solutions and helped develop or… Show more At Oracle, I was responsible for the management of a small number of named strategic accounts, like Sonae Group, MillenniumBCP, Jerónimo Martins, SIBS, Unicre, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Agriculture and Câmara Municipal de Lisboa (Lisbon City Hall) (not all simultaneously). My goal has always been to convert each large organization into a representative customer of Oracle with a long-lasting relation. I showed them the value of the solutions and helped develop or create solutions where they find any problem.I was responsible for developing the business of Oracle Hyperion - Enterprise Performance Management Applications in Portugal.Recent AWARDS: FY10 - Club Excellence Award;FY09 - Best InterLoB Collaboration. Show less

I was preparing a company specialized on Facilitation (consulting, coaching and training, change and conflict management, project management, creativity and innovation, sales, communication, mind maps and other visual tools) as well as on Education (specific study methodologies, like Mind Maps, Speed Reading and other SmileMind! Methodologies).SmileMind! improve your mind!

I managed and developed the relations between SAP Portugal and Finance, Economy, Internal Affairs and Agriculture Ministries, and non-profit organisations. In addition, I had the same responsibilities for the Oil&Gas and Utilities industries. My goal was to create the best solution for each customer's problems, always based on a direct and win-win relation.

Public Sector Accounts. Responsible for the relation with customers as well as partners, concerning deals including hardware infrastructure and services.

Responsible for managing, mentoring and coaching a team of up to 13 people, covering financial and large accounts.We used to work with many brands to define, draw, and present (or help others present) the best solutions for each customer.We had autonomy, recognition and a fantastic leader!

I managed Ministry of Education and several other accounts.

This was a startup that I brought to light.I started by drawing the offer and the communication to the media, companies and end-users.I have also been responsible for Sales, Purchasing and technical departments, as well as for Lisbon and Oporto offices. The company had a total of 12 people.

I was responsible for the definition, drawing, implementation and management of an Infocenter at Robert Bosch Portugal as well as for the training and maintenance of 120 people in Personal Computer applications.I also created training contents and new solutions visual supports.

I was responsible for the analysis (understanding the needs), develoment (drawing the solutions), implementation and maintenance of all the applications related with live and health insurances. Those good old days... long lasting projects! And I was a young guy.

I was trained as an army officer, with shooter speciality, prepared for instructor.Then I was an Instructor Officer, for about 12 months, having trained and lead approximately 300 men for shooting, combat techniques and tactics, military maneuvers and gymnastics.I was a Company Commander for a period of 3 month.Member of the Jury at the Nacional Militar Shooting Competitions.

As my first job, I was responsible for communicating work accidents to the Labour Court.I also was responsible for checking if each accident was covered by the respective insurance policy (at the time, we had no computer and no smartphones).