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Meet the speakers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

From seasoned experts to fresh voices, our speakers bring the daily life of a project manager to centre stage. Get ready to be inspired!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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External Guest Speakers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Roberto Roncon<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Leading intensivist and the Coordinator of the Intensive Care Unit at the Centro Hospitalar Universit\u00e1rio de S\u00e3o Jo\u00e3o, in Porto. With a PhD in Medicine and a Master\u2019s in Molecular Medicine, Dr. Roncon is a national pioneer in the use of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) and has played a critical role during the COVID-19 pandemic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Roncon will share how to master stress management in high-stakes scenarios<\/strong>, an inspirational session for Project Managers navigating pressure, uncertainty, and critical decision-making.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Ester Alves<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Renowned ultramarathon runner and endurance athlete, celebrated for her achievements in some of the world\u2019s most demanding trail and desert races. She has competed multiple times in the legendary Marathon des Sables in the Sahara Desert. Beyond athletics, Ester holds a PhD in Sciences, Physiology, and Molecular Genetics and is the founder of Est\u00e1dio Cl\u00ednica, a center dedicated to high-performance training. Her journey blends science, resilience, and a deep love for nature and human potential. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ester Alves will share how to go beyond limits<\/strong>, offering insights into mindset and endurance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Ana Peixoto<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Journalist at TVI with a background in Communication Sciences and Journalism, Ana aims to share storytellings that connect with diverse audiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ana Peixoto will explore the power of communication<\/strong>, highlighting how clarity, empathy, and storytelling are essential tools for Project Managers navigating stakeholder engagement and team alignment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Joana Castro Pereira<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Strategic HR and communication consultant passionate about empowering organisations through people. With deep expertise in leadership, human development, and executive coaching, Joana helps companies navigate change, foster well-being, and build inclusive cultures that thrive across generations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Joana Pereira will share insights on how to lead multigenerational teams with empathy and strategic clarity, from Boomers to Gen Z: Project Leadership in a Multigenerational Workforce<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Andre Doria<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Andr\u00e9 Doria is the Co-Founder and CEO of Value Negotiation Technologies, a procurement SaaS venture that empowers companies to negotiate better deals, faster, through AI and process automation. With hands-on involvement in product development and strategic leadership, Andr\u00e9 brings a unique blend of innovation and practical insight. He is also an external faculty member at INSEAD, where he lectures on negotiation across executive programmes in Fontainebleau, Abu Dhabi, and San Francisco. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drawing from his global advisory work and academic experience, Andr\u00e9 will share powerful lessons on mastering the art of negotiation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Paulo Cunha<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Former professional basketball player and current coach, with a career spanning over 25 years in Portuguese basketball. Paulo played for top teams like FC Porto and Vit\u00f3ria Guimar\u00e3es, earning multiple national titles and recognition as a team leader on and off the court. Today, Paulo channels his experience into coaching and leadership development, focusing on building high-performing, resilient teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Paulo Cunha will share his experience on\u00a0Motivating teams<\/strong>, inspiring Project Managers leading teams, navigating pressure, and driving performance toward shared goals<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Gon\u00e7alo Quadros<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

No need for introductions! Our Chairman and co-founder of Critical. With a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Coimbra, Gon\u00e7alo is an inspiration for how to combine academic insight with entrepreneurial vision, helping shape Portugal\u2019s tech landscape <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gon\u00e7alo will share memories of Project Management in CSW since 1998<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Joana Pires Ara\u00fajo<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Joana recently joined the team to strengthen our Culture & Impact initiatives. With a Master of Laws in European Law and a background at Coimbra Coolectiva, Joana brings a passion for civic engagement, storytelling, and meaningful change. Curious, optimistic, and people-driven, she believes in the power of community \u2014 whether through a neighbourhood project or a workplace culture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Joana will share how culture and community <\/strong>are foundational to successful Project Management, shaping team identity, motivation, and long-term impact.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Marc Custodio<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Our Innovation Catalyst, joining the Innovation & Knowledge department to help drive forward-thinking initiatives. Marc holds a Master of Business Administration from The Lisbon MBA. He brings 7 years of experience from Deloitte Consulting, where he worked as a Product Manager and member of the Innovation team, leading software development projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Marc will share how innovation <\/strong>fuels successful Project Management, helping teams stay adaptable, creative, and future-ready in an ever-evolving landscape. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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T\u00e2nia Cal\u00e7ada<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

T\u00e2nia recently joined our Innovation & Knowledge department to boost our AI capabilities. With a PhD in Electrical Engineering, T\u00e2nia brings a strong background in digital transformation, having supported teams in adopting emerging technologies and agile ways of working. Her experience spans innovation, R&D, digital skilling, and product management, with a focus on creating economic and social value through technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

T\u00e2nia will share the AI Ops strategy<\/strong> and how we can enhance efficiency with AI Ops Support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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M\u00f3nica Sobreira<\/a>, Mathieu Pedrinelli,<\/a> Marta \u00c1vila<\/a><\/strong>, and Carlos Jo\u00e3o Diogo<\/a>,<\/strong> with moderation by Lu\u00eds<\/strong> Joaquim<\/strong><\/a>, our PMO Catalyst, will share project lessons learned and reflect on practical insights, challenges overcome, and strategies that made a difference. It will be an opportunity for all to discuss experiences and get inspired for future projects. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Jorge Rodrigues<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Our PMO Director will share the latest updates from the PMO, highlighting the improvements on the tools, evolving practices, and strategic plans designed to streamline <\/strong>project delivery, optimise <\/strong>workflows, and empower <\/strong>teams to work more efficiently <\/strong>and collaboratively.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Stories that will inspire us<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Meet the speakers From seasoned experts to fresh voices, our speakers bring the daily life of a project manager to centre stage. Get ready to be inspired! External Guest Speakers Roberto Roncon Leading intensivist and the Coordinator of the Intensive Care Unit at the Centro Hospitalar Universit\u00e1rio de S\u00e3o Jo\u00e3o, in Porto. With a PhD […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"page-no-title","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-48","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/csw-pmgathering.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/48","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/csw-pmgathering.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/csw-pmgathering.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/csw-pmgathering.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/csw-pmgathering.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=48"}],"version-history":[{"count":33,"href":"https:\/\/csw-pmgathering.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/48\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":486,"href":"https:\/\/csw-pmgathering.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/48\/revisions\/486"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/csw-pmgathering.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=48"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}