OUR TEAM
Henrique Ramos
CEO
Lisbon
Degree Geography and Regional Planning - NOVA University Lisbon
With a professional background based in geography, marine biology and ocean related issues, Henrique launched seaExpert company in 2003, in Faial, Azores. Since then, he has been developing several activities as the company’s CEO, specially focused on fisheries, marine resources management and fishing observers’ coaching. He is naturally passionate about the ocean, its conservation and literacy. His proactive and entrepreneurial spirit inspires and motivates a multidisciplinary team. The common mission is to better support clients in their journey.
Artur Oliveira
Seaweed Commercial Director
Guimarães
Degree Biotechnological Engineering - Polytechnic Institute of Bragança
MSc. Biotechnology and Bioentrepreneurship in Aromatic and Medicinal Plants - University of Minho
During his master’s studies, Artur built a DNA barcode library for red and brown macroalgae reported in Portugal and analyzed their phytochemical profiles. Every sample was wild-harvested in S. Miguel island and the work was done in cooperation with the Biology Department of the University of the Azores. Being an expert on Azorean seaweeds, he works as seaExpert’s commercial director and coordinator of seaweed harvest and supply operations.
Leonardo Mata
Seaweed Department Consultant
Póvoa de Varzim
Degree Marine Biology and Fisheries - University of Algarve
MSc. Aquaculture - University of Algarve
PhD Marine Biotechnology - University of Algarve
Leonardo has an extensive research background in macroalgae aquaculture and marine and environmental biotechnology. Lately, he focused his research on producing macroalgal biomass (freshwater and saltwater) for direct and foreseeable outcomes to different industries (animal and human feed, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, wastewater bioremediation and bioenergy).
Leonardo has published 29 scientific articles in international journals with around 500 citations. He is currently scientific advisor to seaExpert's algae department.
Alexandra Sousa
Administrative Assistant
Horta
Degree Gerontology - Polytechnic Institute of Bragança
MSc. Management of Business Organizations - Polytechnic Institute of Bragança
Alexandra performs all the administrative duties at seaExpert. With her calm spirit, she manages to maintain the order within the company, while making sure that there are no twisted numbers.
Fernando Rodrigues
Seaweed Department Assistant
Santarém
Degree Marine Biology and Biotechnology - Polytechnic Institute of Leiria
Dazzled by the beauty of the aquatic environment and ecology since he was born, he took his degree in Marine Biology and Biotechnology in Polytechnic Institute of Leiria. While studying there, he developed a strong sense of curiosity for the strong application potential of marine resources, such as algae, in food industry and in industrial products development. Now he is part of seaExpert’s seaweed harvesting and supply team.