Geologist with a degree from Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS) in 2006 and a postgraduate degree in project management. He has extensive experience in structural geology, data integration, drilling, project management, and exploration team management. He has worked in Carajás, Pará, Borborema, and Bahia, working with copper (IOCG and VMS), Ni, and V. He is currently conducting iron ore research in Minas Gerais (Desterro, QF, PRT).