Meet the Fellows

Breno Lopes
Growth & Expansion Strategist · Cross-Cultural Leadership · Investor & Advisor
Breno has led several international teams – within Americas, Europe & Asia – in tech giants, translating strategic insights into actions. His impact reflects a leadership mastery in complex cultural spaces.

As the main decision maker, he spearheaded Ops, Growth, HR, Finance and Strategy teams. By leading diverse & large teams (>2.000 people), he also developed a candid passion for people development, being a professional coach and in-training jungian psychotherapist.
Joao Barbará
Marketplace Ops & Strategy Expert · 0-to-1 Launcher · U.S. & LATAM Hypergrowth Leader
JB’s the one to call when you want to turn big ideas into global success stories. As Uber’s very first hire in São Paulo - which became #1 region at Uber globally - he build the operation from scratch and raised the bar for the entire company.

He’s loves launching new ventures, whether it’s rolling out e-scooters globally or scaling up digital marketplaces. What sets JB apart isn’t just his strategic mind or execution chops-it’s his infectious passion and relentless drive to get to the truth of what works. Teams don’t just follow his lead; they level up because of it. If you want someone who can inspire, deliver, and push boundaries, JB’s your guy.
Kaila Santiago
Expansion Expert · Data-Led Execution · Operations Advisor
Kaila is the operator you call when complexity is slowing growth and scale needs to happen yesterday. A Cuban-American leader fluent in three languages, she’s built and restructured operations across Europe and the U.S., leading teams of 100+ and transforming how tech companies onboard, support, and serve their customers.

She’s launched new markets, led org redesigns, and delivered results across Ops, Data, and CX—building high-performing teams and embedding cultures of ownership and improvement. Her analytical mindset and deep empathy for team dynamics make her a trusted operator where clarity, speed, and structure are critical.
Eduardo Apolinário
Customer Success & Sales Expert · Digital Ops Strategist · Business Development Leader
Eduardo is a Brazilian strategist who bridges the worlds of customer success, digital operations, and enterprise growth. With experience driving business results across some of LATAM’s largest companies, he blends analytical depth with commercial instinct—crafting systems that drive clarity, accountability, and long-term results.

From improving customer value realization at Sprinklr to shaping sales analytics at Telefônica Vivo, Eduardo brings structure to scale and a leadership presence to complex cross-functional work. Grounded in strategy but fluent in execution, he’s the kind of operator you want when trust, detail, and follow-through matter most.
Luiza Apollaro
Marketplace Expert · B2B Commercial Strategy · LATAM Logistics & Supply Chain Leader
Luiza’s the kind of hands-on operator who loves turning big logistics challenges into real-world results across LATAM. She’s rolled up her sleeves everywhere from Amazon-where she launched and scaled Brazil’s Transportation Marketplace to over half a million packages a day-to leading last-mile ops at Frubana and closing major deals at Sequoia.

She’s not just about the numbers (though she delivers those, too); Luiza’s all about building smart, scalable systems that actually work for people on the ground. Whether she’s designing fulfillment networks, driving commercial strategy, or mentoring teams, she brings energy, grit, and a knack for making complex logistics feel simple. If you want someone who gets things moving-literally and figuratively-Luiza’s your go-to.
Camilla Brugali
Economist · Product Management · Business Intelligence
Camila is the kind of operator who sees both the numbers and the nuance. With roots in econ and a career that cuts across everything from retail to road transport, she’s just as comfortable deep in pricing models as she is building products from scratch. What sets her apart? A sharp analytical edge paired with a genuine feel for people. Camila doesn’t just drive strategy — she makes it stick, turning insights into impact across every layer of the business.
Gabriel Sardano
Supply Chain & Logistics Expert · Data Infrastructure Builder · Operational Optimizer
Gabriel is the go-to person for turning messy supply chains into well-oiled machines, blending his love for data with real-world logistics know-how. He’s not just a numbers person-he’s a builder at heart. As co-founder of Trendteller, he created smart forecasting tools and financial controls that actually help fashion brands stay ahead of demand, while also rolling up his sleeves to support go-to-market strategies.

Before that, Gabriel was hands-on at a fast-growing retail startup, juggling everything from warehousing to last-mile delivery and keeping tabs on 500+ SKUs. He’s also the tech brain behind API-integrated data systems for major logistics players, making sense of complex flows with tools like BigQuery and Metabase. If you want someone who can connect the dots between data and day-to-day operations-and make the whole thing run smoother-Gabriel’s your guy.
Manuel Vigil
AI GTM & Sales Engineer · U.S. & LATAM GTM Strategist · Builder of Data-Driven Systems
Manuel is a natural builder who's equally comfortable diving into data or rolling up his sleeves to grow businesses across the U.S. and LATAM. He's got that rare blend of strategic vision and operational know-how-whether he's leading GTM at a $100M Series A startup or founding his own pricing intelligence SaaS, Superadar.

What sets Manuel apart is his entrepreneurial spirit and hands-on approach. He's bootstrapped and scaled multiple DTC ventures to $40K in monthly revenue, managing everything from supply chains to marketing to customer experience. He doesn't just analyze markets-he creates opportunities within them, using data to spot patterns others miss and turning those insights into action. If you're looking for someone who can think strategically while executing with precision, Manuel brings both the vision and the practical skills to make things happen.
Duda Campos
AI & Automation Strategist · Product & Growth Leader
Duda’s been at the heart of LATAM’s tech boom since day one, mixing creativity with sharp digital instincts to help companies break through. Back in the early days at Mercado Livre, he wasn’t just along for the ride-he was leading the charge, running affiliate programs that brought in nearly half of all new users and transactions.

He’s the kind of person who doesn’t just spot opportunities-he builds the systems to capture them. At Grupo ZAP, Duda completely reimagined the digital experience, weaving together design, SEO, and product thinking to boost traffic and open up new revenue streams. Now, as the founder of Dip-Advisor, he’s the go-to partner for LATAM companies looking to nail product-market fit. Whether it’s digital strategy, AI, or growth marketing, Duda brings a hands-on, data-driven approach that actually moves the needle.
Gustavo Pontes
Founder · Fintech & Crypto-Native · GTM & Scaling Ops
Gustavo is a true operator, from scrappy startups to scaling unicorns. He recently built and sold Local Money, a peer-to-peer crypto marketplace that grew to over 10,000 active users in more than 10 countries-proof that he knows how to spot an opportunity and run with it.

Before that, he was the engine behind Loft’s growth, taking the company from €20M to over €80M GMV and leading a 50+ person team across Sales, Legal, and Ops. Gustavo’s also one of the minds behind Facily, LATAM’s first social commerce unicorn, where he drove GTM, Ops, and CX as the company raised over $150M. And if that’s not enough, he was on the front lines launching Uber in 15+ cities across LATAM and Southeast Asia. Gustavo brings energy, grit, and a knack for building teams and businesses that really scale. If you’re looking for someone who can turn big ideas into reality, Gustavo’s your guy.
Marcela Magluta
Expansion · Chief of Staff · Creator Economy
Marcela is the secret weapon behind big moves and bold pivots. She thrives where structure meets speed — jumping from reorgs to rollouts without missing a beat. Whether she’s steering strategy for execs or building behind the scenes at @Malhassaum, Marcela’s always two steps ahead. Lately, she’s diving deep into the creator economy at BR Media, bringing her signature mix of sharp thinking and hands-on hustle to one of LATAM’s fastest-growing spaces.
Victoria Bertazzollo
0-1 Product · B2C AI Applications · Product Management
Victoria is the builder you bring in when you need real traction — fast. She moves from idea to MVP like it’s second nature, blending product intuition, code fluency, and startup grit. At Tita, she’s crafting AI-native tools for WhatsApp, testing in-market faster than most can wireframe. From Alice’s early days to her time at SoftBank, she’s seen what it takes to scale — but she’s most at home in the messy, magical zero-to-one. If it’s B2C, AI, and uncharted territory, Victoria’s already on it.
Ewoud van Vliet
Innovation · Business Transformation · Product Launch
Ewoud thrives on turning ideas into action. Over the past decade, he’s worked across Europe, APAC and LATAM driving innovation, building partnerships, and leading business transformations in sectors like banking, consumer goods, and tech. With a strong bias for zero-to-one execution and a talent for building high-performing teams, he gets things done, from boardrooms to the front lines.

Currently, he’s building ventures focused on social impact in LATAM through InnovArise. As he trains to become a certified coach, he brings fresh insight into team dynamics and personal growth. Strategic, adaptable, and deeply curious, Ewoud makes things happen, fast!
Bruno Domingues
CX & Strategy Leader · Global Ops Architect · Growth-Stage Specialist
Bruno is a seasoned leader in customer experience and operations, with a track record of driving transformation at some of the world’s fastest-scaling tech companies, including Meta, Uber, and DiDi. He has shaped global strategies, built high-performing teams, and led complex initiatives that elevated user experiences and streamlined operations across emerging and established markets.

Fluent in scaling what works and fixing what doesn’t, Bruno blends strategic vision with hands-on execution. He thrives in ambiguity, builds from zero, and brings clarity and structure to fast-moving environments. His work consistently leaves behind stronger systems, empowered teams, and measurable business impact.
Tiago Prado
Value Creation Expert · Finance Specialist · Leadership Mastery
Tiago may speak fluent Finance, but his real language is transformation. He’s the kind of leader who sees the full picture — from the balance sheet to the boardroom — and knows how to move the needle in both, unlocking value creation. With 15+ years across turnarounds, strategy, and team leadership, he’s helped companies shift from reactive to proactive, numbers to narratives. Whether coaching execs or reshaping how orgs think about growth, Tiago brings sharp thinking, steady leadership, and a relentless drive to make things better than they were.