Ana Catarina Silva

I%27m a strategic operator and board-certified advisor with over 15 years of experience in Life Sciences, MedTech, and diagnostics — supporting companies from early-stage concept to operational scale-up. I bring deep expertise in product development, regulatory strategy (ISO 13485, CE-marking, MDR), and QMS implementation, combined with a strong focus on team development and cross-functional execution.

What makes me an effective advisor or board member is my ability to bridge innovation with structure — helping founders align vision with actionable strategy, especially in regulated or complex environments. I’m equally comfortable challenging assumptions in the boardroom as I am supporting teams through implementation.

The companies that benefit most from my support are early to growth-stage ventures in healthtech, diagnostics, or digital health — especially those navigating regulatory hurdles, product-market fit, or international expansion. I also bring a global mindset, with experience working across Sweden, Portugal, and the Nordics, and a people-first leadership style that supports both innovation and sustainable growth.