THE EVENT
About the event
The Anprotec Conference is organized by the Brazilian Association of Science Parks, Business Incubators, and Accelerators (Anprotec) in collaboration with the Brazilian Micro and Small Business Support Service (Sebrae). This year, the São José dos Campos Technology Innovation Park (PIT) will serve as the local organizer.
The annual event is one of Brazil’s most important gatherings on innovation and entrepreneurship, bringing together professionals, academics, entrepreneurs, public and private sector managers, technology-based companies, investors, and others interested in innovation ecosystems, technology parks, incubators, accelerators, hubs, and innovation centers.
In its 34th edition, the Anprotec Conference aims to create an environment conducive to the exchange of knowledge, experiences, and innovative ideas that can drive innovation environments and their enterprises. This contributes to wealth generation, the creation of qualified jobs, the strengthening of the economy, the integration of new technologies into everyday life, and addressing social and environmental challenges, ultimately benefiting Brazilian society as a whole.
Who Makes Our Event Happen
Meet the members of the Organizing, Scientific, and Curatorial Committees of the 34th Anprotec Conference.
CURATORIAL COMMITTEE:
- André Aquino, Director of Innovation, São Paulo State Innovation Secretariat
- Cláudio Nascimento, Head of Innovation, LabGriô
- Ebba Lund, Chief Executive Officer, International Association of Science Parks and Areas of Innovation
- Fernanda Bombardi, Business Director, Instituto de Cidadania Empresarial (ICE)
- Ingrid Guimarães Barth, President, Brazilian Association of Startups
- Jorge Luis Nicolas Audy, Superintendent of Innovation and Development at PUCRS and TECNOPUC
- Josep Pique, President, Triple Helix Association
- Marcela Flores, Chief Executive Officer, National Association for Research and Development of Innovative Companies, ANPEI,
- Marcelo Teixeira, Innovation, Design and Mobility Specialist
- Marco Quirino, Executive Director, European Network of Research and Innovation Centres and Hubs Latin
- Paulo Renato Macedo Cabral, Manager, Brazilian Micro and Small Business Support Service – Sebrae
- Pedro Silva, Digital Transformation Manager at Nestlé
- Sheila Oliveira Pires, Director of Support for Innovation Ecosystems – Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MCTI).
- Vinicius Pinto, Director at Dassault Sistemas
- Wébia Pereira da Silva, Analyst, Brazilian Micro and Small Business Support Service (Sebrae).
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Camila Aloi – Academia Network Manager – Instituto de Cidadania Empresarial (ICE).
SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE:
- Rafael Prikladnicki – Adjunct Professor and Innovation Consultant (PUCRS)
- Rodrigo Quites – CEO (Guamá Foundation)
ORGANIZING COMMITTEE:
- Adriana Ferreira de Faria – President – Anprotec
- Artur Gibbon – Director of New Innovation Environments – Anprotec
- Carlos Alberto Costa – Director of Administration and Finance – Anprotec
- Deolinda Lucianne Ferreira Garcia – Technical Director – Anprotec
- Ismael Edgar da Silva – Innovation Analyst – Brazilian Micro and Small Business Support Service – Sebrae
- Leandro Bilac – Marketing Manager – São José dos Campos Technology Park
- Luciano Valente – Communications Coordinator – Anprotec
- Luis Gustavo Henrique Peles – Project Manager – Anprotec
- Maíra Nobre de Castro – Director of Networks and Associates – Anprotec
- Marcelo Nunes da Silva – Business Director – Anprotec
- Marco Quirino – Executive Director – European Network of Research and Innovation Centres and Hubs Latin
- Mariana Gomes – Competitiveness Manager – São José dos Campos Technology Park
- Priscila Assahida – Head of softlanding Hubs – European Network of Research and Innovation Centers and Hubs Latin
- Renato Boschila – Business Management Analyst – São José dos Campos Technology Park
- Romildo Dias Toledo Filho – Director of International Relations – Anprotec
- Tony Chierighini – Vice-President – Anprotec
- Vanusa Leitoguinho de Sá – Service Coordinator – Anprotec
- Wébia Pereira Silva – Analyst – Brazilian Micro and Small Business Support Service – Sebrae
What We’ll Discuss in 2024
The 34th edition of the Anprotec Conference will center around the theme: “Innovation Environments Transforming Territories and Cities.” This theme highlights the vital role of innovation ecosystems in building smarter, more sustainable, and inclusive cities.
The transformation of territories through technological and social innovation represents one of the key challenges and opportunities of the 21st century. Innovation environments such as technology parks, incubators, and accelerators play a crucial role in creating solutions that enhance quality of life, promote environmental sustainability, and drive economic development.
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