🌍 Activist for Global South Economic Integration | Entrepreneur | Marketing Director | BRICS+ ResearcherFor nearly a decade, I’ve dedicated my career to fostering cross-border trade between Brazil and China, advocating for stronger economic ties within the Global South. As the Founder and CEO of Lantau and Marketing Director at Bracham, I’ve been at the forefront of connecting Brazilian businesses to the immense opportunities of the Chinese market. Currently, I’m also pursuing a Master’s in International Relations at Tsinghua University, focusing on BRICS+ research and global economic shifts.💼 From E-Commerce to International Trade: After graduating from one of Brazil’s top management schools, I began my career in e-commerce as a sales intern at a start-up, later transitioning to a multinational company. My passion for international business led me to China, where I immersed myself in cross-border trade, entering the trading industry in 2017.🌟 Entrepreneurship & Lantau: In 2019, I founded Lantau, a company with two core missions:Helping Brazilian organizations navigate the Chinese market and its infinite possibilities.Bridging the gap between Brazilian commodity producers and Chinese buyers.Lantau’s growth and its membership in Bracham (formerly Foro Brasil-China) have strengthened my commitment to enhancing Brazil-China relations. In 2021, I became Marketing Director at Bracham, tasked with evolving the chamber of commerce into a powerful platform that brings both countries closer.📚 BRICS+ Research and Content Generation: As a passionate advocate for economic integration among BRICS nations and beyond, my current research at Tsinghua University focuses on the evolving dynamics of BRICS+ and the implications for the Global South. I actively generate content and thought leadership on BRICS-related developments, aiming to inform and inspire businesses and policymakers on the transformative potential of these emerging markets.🎓 Academic Pursuits: Awarded a full scholarship by the China Scholarship Council, I am furthering my academic journey in International Relations. My studies at China’s leading educational institution, Tsinghua University, allow me to bridge the empirical knowledge I’ve gained over the years with cutting-edge academic research, deepening my understanding of global trade, international diplomacy, and BRICS-related initiatives.#GlobalSouth #BRICS #BrazilChina #InternationalRelations #EconomicIntegration #InternationalTrade #MarketingStrategy #CrossCulturalBusiness #Lantau #Bracham