Graduated in Geology from USP (1987), Master's degree in Metallogenesis from Unicamp (1994). Over 35 years of career in the mineral industry, leading areas of Strategic Planning, Economic Evaluation of Mineral Projects, Business Development, Mineral Exploration, Mineral Resource Estimation and Mineral Project Development. AIG Member (#5465), SME Member (#4203166), AusIMM Fellow (#990815) and PQR CBRR (#16001). President of ADIMB from 2016-2020, CBRR representative at CRIRSCO since 2015. Chairperson of CRIRSCO from 2020 to 2022.

Geologist with 25 years of experience in the mining industry. Currently dedicated to managing Vale SA's portfolio of resources, reserves, and mining rights. He holds a master's degree from UFMG and an MBA in Project Management (FGV). He is a professional qualified by the CBRR and SME for exploration and mineral resources of iron ore and refractory minerals.