Holds a degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences by FFUL and a PhD in Biotechnology, by IST. She has worked for 16 years in Laboratórios Atral, a Portuguese pharmaceutical industry, where she has worked in different areas QC, R&D, pharmaceutical development, technology transfer, production, and packaging of solid and liquid forms. After that she opened a GMP QC Lab where she was the Qualified Person for 4 years.

1994-2004 oversaw tomato and watermelon greenhouse production in Algarve.  In 2008 obtained certification for HCCP, (Hazzard, Analysis Critical Control Point.  2010, obtained his certification de “Especializacao Tecnologica  em Instlacao e Manutencao de Espacos Verdes”.  He obtained his pesticides applicators license in 2013   At the University of Algarve, Helder studied agronomy and his academic focus was in microbiology and the installation and maintenance of green spaces.

André has a keen interest in plant physiology. He completed an extracurricular investigation position at the Plant Physiology Department and his Master’s thesis was on Metabolic Engineering.  André co-founded one of the preeminent industrial cannabis farming operations in Portugal. During this project he was responsible for strategic planning, scientific advisory and team management. André has consulted for other businesses and over the last 5 years has successfully implemented several regulatory and municipal licensing projects.

International CEO with Private Equity board experience and a strong background in agriculture and biotech. Proven track record of driving profitable growth in regulated industries, including agriculture, wellness, pharmaceuticals, and energy Successfully implemented business strategies achieving double/triple EBITDA growth in 6-18 months. Directed 47 clinical trials in pharmaceuticals, skincare, nutrition, and toxicology for human, animal, and pet care.