Tag Archives: silicon valley

Peixe Urbano sets the pace for international startups

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Mark Hillary

For the past few years, the award every tech startup wants to win is a Crunchie – the annual Silicon valley event hosted by TechCrunch, the magazine focused on all things hi-tech and startup. The awards took place last week … Continue reading →

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Entrepreneurship in Brazil: “still a lot to do”

Posted on September 5, 2011 by Mark Hillary

Internet business pioneer Paulo Humberg talks to IT Decisions about his experience as an entrepreneur, his perception of the Brazilian e-commerce scene and his future predictions for the internet business in Brazil.

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Is Brazil ready for a knowledge economy?

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Mark Hillary

As Brazil becomes the world’s economic darling, the lack of qualified professionals emerges as one of the country’s most critical barriers to prosperity. A London-based Brazilian, the marketing head at talent community specialist Brave New Talent Ramon Pedrollo Bez comments … Continue reading →

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Interview: André Martins, VB Serviços

Posted on May 6, 2011 by Mark Hillary

André Martins is the president of VB Serviços, a voucher distribution firm that is responsible for some major programs such as the Bilhete Único travelcard system in São Paulo. But Martins is also an investor and entrepreneur. He is a partner … Continue reading →

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