With over 25 years of experience spanning development finance, investment management, and economic policy across three continents, I am committed to catalyzing transformational change through responsible investment and adaptive leadership. As a Harvard Kennedy School graduate with a Master in Public Administration, member of the BMW Foundation Responsible Leaders, and a Partner at Indico Capital Partners, I currently focus on Impact Investing, Regenerative frameworks, and Ocean Economy.
More about AndréConversations on the blue economy, sustainable investment and regional development.
Conversas sobre Economia Azul, IPVC
This conversation brings together experts to share their experiences in creating and supporting innovative companies within the blue economy — a sector focused on ocean sustainability, technology, and innovation.
André shares his perspective on the most promising areas for investment in the blue economy, and on the qualities Indico values most in the startups it chooses to support.
Planetiers World Gathering 2024
How sustainable investments shape the future of business: how investors and companies can generate positive impact while guaranteeing financial returns. With Luis Gutman, Managing Partner of OW Ventures.
Pensar Portugal, Conta Lá
A debate on the measures that can encourage investment and attract companies to Portugal’s municipalities. André makes the case for investing in innovative entrepreneurial solutions as a driver of regional development and social mobility.
Planetiers World Gathering 2022
How early-stage venture capital can finance impactful enterprises in the Ocean Economy while generating market returns.
I design values frameworks and responsible investment policies that integrate ESG principles with financial returns. My expertise spans blended finance solutions, mobilizing private capital for sustainable development, and structuring deals that create measurable social and environmental impact. At Harvard Kennedy School’s Initiative for Responsible Investment, my research examines how institutional investors can promote Just Transitions — ensuring economic transformations leave no communities behind. Through BAngels Capital and personal investments, I provide seed financing and mentorship to impact-driven entrepreneurs.
As a Partner at Indico Capital Partners, I focus on venture impact investment into the Blue Economy to preserve ocean health while creating sustainable economic value. My work designing responsible investment policies and ESG frameworks helps ensure that capital flows toward marine conservation, sustainable fisheries, coastal resilience, and ocean-based climate solutions. This builds on my experience leading transformational strategies in emerging markets where coastal communities depend on healthy marine ecosystems for their livelihoods.
As a Teaching Assistant at Harvard Kennedy School’s Center for Public Leadership, I work directly with Professor Ronald A. Heifetz teaching adaptive leadership frameworks to over 100 students. This methodology addresses complex systemic issues in organizations, governments, and economic transitions by building capacity to navigate uncertainty and drive transformation. Drawing from my decade coordinating cross-cultural teams across Africa, I coach leaders on how to mobilize stakeholders, manage competing values, and create lasting change.
I am available for advisory, consulting, speaking engagements, and board positions with organizations committed to responsible investment, sustainable development, and adaptive leadership.
Keynotes and workshops on adaptive leadership, impact investing, and Just Transitions.
Board advisory for impact-driven organizations, sustainable ventures, and social enterprises.
Strategic guidance on responsible investment, ESG frameworks, and Blue Economy initiatives.