A MILESTONE FOR
THE BIOECONOMY

Carlinhos Brown

An icon of Brazilian music, he is a songwriter, singer, and producer. Influential in samba-reggae and axé, he served as a judge on "The Voice Brasil", inspiring new generations.

Clécio Luis

Governor of Amapá, Clécio Luis combines experience as an educator and public manager, leading policies for sustainable development, biodiversity appreciation, and social transformation in the state.

Helena Bertho

D&I Executive at Nubank, Helena Bertho, ex-Coca-Cola and L'Oréal, is globally recognized. Awarded with Caboré and MIPAD, she promotes diversity as an innovative force.

Luis Justo

Elected by Bloomberg as one of the 500 most influential people in Latin America, he is the CEO of major companies and leads festivals such as Rock in Rio, The Town, and Lollapalooza in Brazil.

Miguel Falabella

Actor, writer, director, screenwriter, filmmaker, and contemporary thinker on art, life, and emotion. He transforms adversity into innovation, standing out for his ability to reinvent himself and lead with purpose.

Alessandra França

Leader in social finance, director of Banco Pérola, and internationally awarded, with over 15 years of experience, promoting financial inclusion for micro-entrepreneurs.

Alyne Vieira

Executive with 18 years in public and private management, Operations Director at Senai and Superintendent of Sesi Amapá, specialist in management and business development.

Ana Carolina Frota

Founder of Sintropia Cosméticos, Carolina Frota integrates biotechnology and Amazonian knowledge into innovative formulas, leading research and sustainable expansion in the wellness sector.

Ana Paula Nazaré

PhD in Design, professor at UEPA, works on projects with Amazonian communities, applying design to enhance regional products and promote innovative solutions in the region.

André Maltz

Co-founder and CEO of AgTrace, André Maltz leads innovation in agricultural traceability, with experience at IBM and Google, an MBA from Michigan, and over 15 years in the tech sector.

Antonio Carlos Freitas Souza

Researcher at IEPA and R&D director at BactoLac, works in microbiology and food technology, leading innovation in agribusiness and fish farming in Brazil.

Antonio Marcos de Medeiros

R&D coordinator at the SENAI Institute of Innovation in Renewable Energies, with over 15 years of experience in energy transition, natural gas, wind, solar energy, and sustainability.

Antônio Teles Jr.

Economist, master in Business Economics from UCAM-RJ, professor and researcher at UNIFAP. He was Secretary of Planning, Secretary of Urban Development, and President of the Economic Development Agency of Amapá. Currently, he is the Vice Governor since 2022.

Arthur Garutti

Partner at ACE and founder of Artti Capital, investor with 20 years of experience, a reference in innovation, exits, and entrepreneur development, co-founder of Fabenne and professor at ESPM.

Beatriz Tavares

Senior impact investment coordinator at Sitawi, graduated from FEA-USP, leads solutions and financial training for sustainable businesses, with experience in sustainable fashion.

Bernardo Magalhães

Founder of the Libra agency, a reference in branding and design, awarded at ABRE and Brazil Design Awards, author of the Ludovia methodology and co-author of the book Brazilian DNA (SENAC, 2025).

Bruna Freitas

Founder and CEO of Yara Couro, Bruna Freitas leads innovation in sustainable fashion with Amazonian fish leather, promoting environmental responsibility and forest preservation.

Camila Salek

Co-founder of Vimer Retail Experience and columnist for Harper’s Bazaar, Camila Salek is a reference in retail design, with over 25 years and 3,500 projects for 400 brands in Brazil and the Americas.

Christian Wolthers Maraccini

Entrepreneur and investor, former CEO of Zen App, founder of Vegan Business and Sunrize, LinkedIn Top Voice 2024, works in plant-based innovation and has celebrated two successful exits as an investor.

Claudia Chelala

Economist, senior researcher at UnB, PhD in Socio-environmental Development, leads studies in agribusiness, bioeconomy, and oil, with emphasis on university management and environmental research.

Cristiano Prado

Cristiano Prado, economist graduated from UFRJ, leads the Inclusive Socioeconomic Development unit at UNDP in Brazil, with experience at FIRJAN and ABCE, and education from Harvard and INSEAD.

Daniel Goettenauer

Director at Tropos Amazônia and president of Instituto Plural, Daniel Goettenauer is an innovation specialist, investor with 3 exits, and active in the startup and technology ecosystem in Brazil.

Daniel Leipnitz

Founder of Cidade Inovadora and director of Visto Sistemas, Daniel Leipnitz is a reference in innovation, with leadership at ACATE, FIESC, and awards such as Honorary Citizen of Florianópolis and TOP10 Ecosystem Hero.

Diogo Hungria

Founder of Meu Pé de Árvore, biologist and master from UFPR, led innovative projects in aquaculture and environmental management, winner of BNDES Garagem and a reference in socio-environmental impact businesses.

Douglas Santos

Researcher at INPI, PhD in Chemical Process Technologies, coordinates the Green Patents Program and works as a professor and manager in industrial property, innovation, and sustainability.

Eber Souza

CEO and co-founder of Bio 6 Sustentável, PhD in Biotechnology, professor and researcher at IFTO, works in innovation, agroenergy, and bioproducts, with emphasis on entrepreneurship and intellectual property.

Edivan Barros

Secretary of Science, Technology, and Innovation of Amapá, Edivan Barros is a historian, lawyer, and master in Regional Development, with emphasis on environmental management and public leadership in the Amazon.

Erika Bezerra

CEO of Banco BIA and Amapatec, professor at IFAP, and master in Education, leads innovation and entrepreneurship initiatives in the Amazon, with emphasis on innovation management and social impact.

Fernanda Pastor

Manager at EMBRAPII, specialist in strategic planning and market intelligence, coordinates partnerships between companies and research centers, strengthening innovation in Brazil.

Frank Portela

CEO and founder of Amaz Bank, Frank Portela leads innovative solutions in bioeconomy and sustainable finance in the Amazon, connecting investors and communities to promote development and conservation.

Graciete Lima

Leader of Corporate Venture Capital at Positivo Tecnologia, Graciete Lima structured the first fund incentivized by the Informatics Law and boosted investments in over 50 startups in Brazil.

Guilherme Gonzales

Communication Director at Instituto Amazônia+21, with experience at SESI, SENAI, IEL, and universities, holding a Master's in Regional Planning and recognized as a reference in institutional development in the Amazon.

Guilherme Sanchez

Innovation manager at Harena (Hospital de Amor), founder of Bruto Valley and startup mentor, with 10 years of experience driving innovation in health and entrepreneurship in Barretos.

Gutemberg Vilhena

General Coordinator of Amapá at COP 30 and President Director of FAPEAP, PhD in Geography, with postdoctoral research at USP and Sorbonne, and CNPq Productivity Fellow (DT).

Ingrid Barth

Founder & CEO Pilotin / Chair Startup20

Isis Arébalo

New Business Analyst at AMAZ Aceleradora, accountant from UFAM and project specialist, drive innovation and impact-driven ventures in the Amazon ecosystem.

Janaína Oliveira

Smart Cities and ESG Consultant, social scientist from UFG, and winner of the Sebrae Women in Business Award, she leads projects aligned with the SDGs in partnership with companies, NGOs, and the public sector.

Janaína Silvestre

Co-founder of Vitrum, a pioneer in recycling in Amapá, she is a professor and entrepreneur in art, sustainability, and design, with a career marked by socio-environmental innovation.

Jane Lazamé Palmerim

Coordinator of Technology and Innovation at Senai AP, specialist in management, finance, and auditing, leading innovative projects and active methodologies to drive development.

Jeanne Oliveira

Executive Director of the International Center for Innovative Policies, legal expert and master's student in Social Policies at the University of Lisbon, specializing in ESG and Smart Cities.

Jhanne Franco

Founder of Franco Cacao and marketing director of Cacauron, agronomist and chocolatier specialist, trains producers and leads initiatives to value cocoa and chocolate in Rondônia and Pará.

João Silva

Professor at UEAP and PhD from UFRGS, co-founder of a startup, he leads research in Amazonian bioeconomy, sustainable packaging innovation, and functional foods, with active participation in national programs.

José Carlos Tavares

Full Professor and former Rector of UNIFAP, CPO of Ages BIOACTIVE Compounds and Amazon Cure, a leading expert in pharmacology and drug research, with 30 years of experience in biological assays.

Josiel Alcolumbre

Chairman of the Deliberative Council of SEBRAE/AP, entrepreneur, first alternate senator (2015–2022 and 2023–2030), and on leave as President of the Amapá Radio and TV Broadcasters' Union.

Junior Rodrigues

CEO and co-founder of HUB Conecta, president of ALAS, angel investor, and delegate of B20, leads startup ecosystems in 15 Latin American countries and represents Brazil in global forums.

Kallil Iangle Maia

Analyst at FINEP, PhD candidate at FEA-RP/USP, master from FGV, and graduate from UERJ, works in innovation and research focusing on management, accounting, and business administration.

Lindomar Góes

President of ABSTARTUPS and AMAPATEC, Master's in Computer Science, data scientist at MPAP, founder of proesc.com, and a key figure in the Tucuju Valley startup ecosystem.

Luca D'Ambros

Executive Secretary of Guaraná de Maués GI, Luca D'Ambros leads the functional food agroindustry, driving the Amazonian socio-bioeconomy and empowering riverine communities.

Luciano Bruno

CEO of TOT Marketing, specialist in digital marketing and AI, award-winning at IBEST and RD Summit, with over 20 years of experience, mentor and speaker, and a member of Tucuju Valley.

Marcela Baccin

CEO of Teçá Impacto, Marcela Bacchin leads over 250 social projects, impacting 20,000 people, and is a national reference in innovative community development and sustainability strategies.

Marcos Vinicius Mesquita

PhD in Chemistry, specialist in R&D with a focus on sustainability, circular economy, and bioeconomy, leading innovative projects that drive scientific and environmental development.

Mariano Riccheri

Mariano Riccheri, from EUIPO, leads the AL-INVEST Verde DPI project, promoting sustainability and innovation in IP in Latin America, in partnership with SEBRAE, INPI, and MDIC.

Marina Kloppel

Administrator at Fundação CERTI, Marina Kloppel coordinates the Sinergia program, driving Amazonian bioeconomy startups and promoting innovation for conservation and sustainable development.

Marineide Silva

CEO of Ozônio Verde, Marineide leads innovations in ozone therapy, with over 10 years of experience in healthcare, promoting well-being and effective pain treatment results.

Melissa Carvalho Silva

Pharmacist graduated from UFOPA and co-founder of Mahá Biocosméticos, she develops personalized cosmetics with Amazonian ingredients, promoting innovation and the appreciation of regional biodiversity.

Natasha Pena

Technical Advisor at SEMAS-PA, a PhD candidate at NAEA/UFPA, works in environmental management, tourism events, and the regulatory board of Farinha de Bragança GI, promoting innovation and sustainability in the Amazon.

Noanny Maia

CEO of CACAUARÉ, Noanny Maia leads the valorization of Amazonian cacao, combining tradition and innovation to drive bioeconomy and sustainable development in traditional communities.

Paulo Alvim

Former Minister of MCTI, CEO of Cilla Tech Park, and Vice President of the Guarapuava CT&I Forum, with a career at Sebrae Nacional and strategic involvement in innovation, agribusiness, and technology.

Pedro Henrique Fauro

Chemical Engineer and PhD in Pharmaceutical Innovation, Pedro is Education and Technology Manager at SENAI-DR/AP, standing out in the leadership of educational and technological projects.

Rafaela Takasaki Correa

Executive Director of Indústria Soter, President of APROBAM, and Director of Geographical Indications at ADETUR Litoral do PR, she leads the valorization of GIs and the traditional production of banana candy.

Remulo Cezar Miranda

Director of Renewable Energies at IAMPER and CTO of Lamp Soluções Energéticas, an electronic engineer and electrician, specializing in photovoltaic systems, driving sustainable innovation in the Amazon.

Ricardo Marques

CEO and founder of Hylaea, a pharmacist with a PhD in Natural Products Chemistry and a postdoctoral degree in Biotechnology, he has been working for 23 years in the discovery of pharmaceutical bioactives from the Amazon.

Rodrigo Rollemberg

Rodrigo Rollemberg, former governor of the Federal District, senator and deputy, is Secretary of Green Economy at MDIC, author of environmental laws and advocate for crop-livestock-forest integration.

Rubens Magno

Executive Director of Sebrae in Pará and national leader at ABASE, Rubens Magno drives innovation and bioeconomy in the Amazon, preparing entrepreneurs for COP 30.

Sandro Cortezia

Founder and CEO of VENTIUR, named the best accelerator in Brazil by ANPROTEC in 2024, he has supported over 2,000 startups and invested in 100+ successful cases nationwide.

Saulo Jennings

Chef and owner of Casa do Saulo, a Northern Brazilian culinary reference, awarded Chef of the Year and the first UN Gastronomic Ambassador, renowned for Amazonian cuisine.

Sergio Pinto

Founder and CEO of Cellva, Sergio leads innovation in sustainable ingredients, awarded by FISA 2024 and Endeavor, and a speaker at Harvard, with a global impact on nutrition.

Suel de Araújo Diniz

Professor, farmer, and president of the Porto Grande-AP Pineapple Producers Association, he works on the valorization of family farming and rural education in Amapá.

Taciane Almeida

Biologist, with a Master's in Biological Sciences and a PhD in Agricultural Sciences, she coordinates the Innovation area at the Superintendence of Amazon Development, promoting scientific and regional advancements.

Talisson Taglialegna

CMO of AmazonCure and CEO of CureTech, a physician graduated from UFMG, specialist in Family and Community Medicine (MFC), he works in biotechnology and AI for healthcare, with experience in primary care and healthtechs.

Tatiana Lima

Tatiana Sinimbu, founder and operations director, awarded in "Women Innovators" and "Startup Mulher", leads bioeconomy projects, standing out in Inova Amazônia and international fairs.

Tiago Silva

Chef and CEO of Boto Gelato, Tiago Silva values Amazonian culture with regional ingredients, is a director at the Santarém Chamber of Commerce, and was named Young Business Highlight in 2017.

Valdeci Gonçalves

Co-founder and CEO of Engenho Café de Açaí, Valda Gonçalves is a winner of the Sebrae Women in Business Award and a reference in sustainable innovation and social impact in the Amazonian bioeconomy.

Valéria Mourão

PhD in Biotechnology, founder of Deveras Amazonia, and director of Assobio, she leads innovation in foodtech and sustainable businesses, valuing Amazonian sociobiodiversity.

Veronica da Silva Santos

Industrial Microbiology Manager at SENAI CIMATEC, with 15 years of experience, she leads innovative projects in food and beverages, holding a degree in Food Engineering and an MBA in management.

Victor Monteiro

Victor Monteiro, engineer and CEO of Amaztrace, leads innovative traceability solutions to enhance efficiency and transparency in supply chains.

Victor Moutinho

Director of Bioforest at EMBRAPII and professor at UFOPA, specialist in forest innovation and biomass, leads R$15 million projects for the Amazon, with international academic experience.

Vinicius Sirino

CEO of Gamezônia and Compliance Shield, a lawyer specializing in innovation, combines technology, education, and law to value Amazonian cultures and democratize legal access through AI.

Walter Rodrigues

Walter Rodrigues, designer and former fashion designer, launched his brand in 1992 and took part in Paris Fashion Week. He is currently the design coordinator at Assintecal and a product design consultant.

Yvens Penna

Advertising professional from Belém, passionate about mixology, founded Muamba Bar in 2019 after a trainee experience at Bar Carnaval in Lima, highlighting Pará’s mixology.