Católica Porto Business School will host two masterclasses, on 8 and 11 November, as part of the first edition of the Postgraduate Programme in Logistics and Supply Chain Management:
Masterclass – Automotive Value Chain | 8 November
Location: Católica Porto Business School, Américo Amorim Building, Room EAA003
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
At a time when mobility is undergoing a true revolution, the Portuguese automotive cluster stands out for its ability to adapt and innovate. In this masterclass, we will explore emerging trends, the impact of reindustrialisation and nearshoring, and the new ecosystems shaping the sector.
With the participation of specialists and projects from Mobinov, this session provides a practical and inspiring perspective on the future of the automotive supply chain and mobility.
Speakers: Miguel Araújo and Miguel Pinto (find out more here)
Masterclass – Textile Value Chain | 11 November
Location: Católica Porto Business School, Américo Amorim Building, Room EAA003
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
The Textile Value Chain Masterclass offers an in-depth look at the structure and dynamics of the textile sector, examining each stage of the production process – from fibre design and raw material selection to distribution and final consumption.
The session will address topics such as sustainability and circular economy, technological innovation, internationalisation and competitiveness of textile companies, as well as the social and environmental impacts associated with the production chain.
Speakers: Alexandra Ferreira, Ana Esteves and Nuno Malheiro (find out more here)
Speakers – Automotive Value Chain
Executive Director of Mobinov – Automotive and Mobility Cluster, Miguel Araújo leads initiatives that drive innovation and cooperation within the national automotive sector. With experience in strategic consulting, internationalisation and cluster management, he has promoted the competitiveness and transformation of the Portuguese automotive ecosystem. He holds a degree in International Relations and a MSc in Strategy from ISCSP – University of Lisbon, and has completed executive programmes in leadership, innovation and strategic management at Porto Business School, Harvard Business School and the European Cluster Collaboration Platform.
Managing Director of CAA Portugal (AUMOVIO group) and President of MOBINOV – Portuguese Automotive & Mobility Cluster, Miguel Pinto plays a leading role in transforming mobility in Portugal. With an established career in the automotive sector, he leads strategies in innovation, competitiveness and supply chain management for manufacturers and suppliers. A specialist in cluster dynamics, sustainable mobility and reindustrialisation, he actively contributes to the evolution of the Portuguese automotive ecosystem in a global context.
Speakers – Textile Value Chain
With a degree in Business Management from Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Alexandra Ferreira has built a career of nearly two decades at Salsa. She has led iconic projects such as Wonder Jeans and Secret Jeans and managed teams in Product and Wholesale. Currently Director of the brand’s Outlet channel, she combines strategic vision, innovation and deep consumer insight in the fashion sector.
With a degree in Economics and a Postgraduate Diploma in Auditing and Management Control from Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Ana Esteves began her career at Baviera, SA, before joining Salsa in 2003. Having worked across multiple operational and strategic areas, she has been Director of Supply Chain since 2018. She is also Vice-President of APLOG – Portuguese Logistics Association – and a visiting professor at Católica Porto Business School.
Director of the Postgraduate Programme in Fashion Management and professor at Católica Porto Business School, Nuno Malheiro is also Vice-President of ANJE and Brand Director at TOWORKFOR. An economist trained at FEP, he began his career at SONAE SR, joining the internationalisation team for ZIPPY. He worked in Qatar with Al Mana Fashion Group for brands such as PRONOVIAS, ETAM and Benetton, and later led the restructuring of Dutch brand SUPERTRASH as COO. Founder of consultancy EXPEGY, specialised in international expansion in fashion and retail, he was also Commercial Director at TINTEX Textiles.