Business Development Executive, sparking productive and dynamic organizational cultures

Miguel is a Business Development Executive with an engineering background and 15+ years of experience in the energy and renewable sector. At Siemens Energy, he contributed to an unprecedented 300% growth in sales. Known for his transformative leadership style, he has assembled high-performing teams and equipped them with various best practices conducive to success and sustainable growth. His collaborative approach stems from his lifelong athletic pursuits, alongside his career, he also instructs boxing and CrossFit where he encourages his students to achieve performance goals and to overcome their self-imposed restrictions, just as he does with his teams in formal settings.

Porto Business School’s Executive MBA has exposed him to diverse professionals whose unique perspectives and experiences have helped him view problems and opportunities from different angles. The discussions and debates sparked by the interactive courses demonstrated that despite working in different industries, his peers often face comparable changes that can be overcome by knowledge-sharing and embracing emerging technology.

The program’s mentorship module connected Miguel with with one of his MBA professors, who shared best practices in active listening, forming connections upon starting a new role, and clarifying expectations with direct reports via robust communications. Miguel aims to leverage these skills through a healthy and collaborative culture rooted in trust and professional growth, without compromising profitability and long-term vision.