Planting seeds for years to come
We believe in investing behind purpose-led businesses poised for sustainable growth.
Our team is helmed by Rafael de Melo, a finance veteran who brings 20 years of experience in international wealth management, asset management, private equity and cross-border deal structuring, with the last 5 years focused in business development for private equity and real-estate clients. Together with Sylvia Cardim de Melo, a global brand strategist and founder of Strawberry Brand Studio, we elevate brands through the crafting of innovative and sustainable concepts.
Advisor
International Hotel Operator
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An International hotel operator looking to expand its operations in Portugal, Spain and Morocco.
Our role stems from location scouting, to presenting potential opportunities for purchase within the client’s mandate, and negotiating the final transaction.
Advisor
Makara
Capital
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A Singapore-based financial services firm regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) looking to invest in Portugal.
Our role includes advising the board and management on deal-structuring and transactions as well as connecting the firm to key government and private stakeholders in Portugal.
Equity Owner
Strawberry
Brand Studio
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A strategic-led branding agency for ambitious business owners.
Spearheaded by a global brand strategist, Strawberry’s multi-cultural team of brand designers, creatives, problem solvers and idea generators are based in Lisbon, Portugal.
Since its inception in January 2018, Strawberry has developed brands for 70+ clients across 4 continents and 15+ industries.
Equity Partner
Mosaic McNamara Media House
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A film and movie production company born from three very different individuals who share a desire for capturing stories that matter more.
Mosaic McNamara is the brainchild of world record holder, big-wave surfer Garrett McNamara and Phillip Reese, a Portuguese-American film director.
Mosaic McNamara’s clients include Mercedes-Benz, Yamaha, among others.