Ricardo is CEO of Semapa, a listed Portuguese investment group with a diversified portfolio of six companies, ranging from the global leader The Navigator Company to fast‑growing businesses including ETSA, Triangle’s, Imedexa and UTIS, as well as the venture capital platform Semapa Next. He leads the group’s investment strategy and serves on the boards of its portfolio companies. With a background in negotiation, VC, M&A and capital markets, he places a strong focus on innovation as a driver of sustainable growth. Married and father of three, he values sport, education and talent development.