José Rodrigues

I am a former CEO with over 25 years of leadership experience across multinational and entrepreneurial businesses, with a strong track record in growth, M&A and business transformation.

I have led and integrated multiple acquisitions, including a buy-and-build strategy that significantly scaled a fragmented business. This gives me a practical perspective on strategy, value creation, acquisitions, integration and the challenges faced by shareholders and management teams during periods of growth or transition.

I can add particular value to SMEs, family-owned businesses, PE-backed companies and international companies looking to grow through acquisitions, professionalise their operations, prepare for succession, or expand into Portugal and the Iberian market.

As a board member or advisor, I bring an entrepreneurial mindset combined with CEO-level execution experience, financial discipline and a pragmatic approach to decision-making.