CATÓLICA-LISBON and Rádio Renascença join forces to launch an innovative podcast dedicated to illustrating the Impactful Business ventures of our alumni. But what exactly are "Impactful Businesses"? They are initiatives that transcend the conventional boundaries of the business world, leaving a positive mark on society. Choosing to focus on Impactful Businesses is recognizing that we live in an era where innovation and social awareness create business opportunities that go beyond profit, witnessing a new generation of visionaries who view social and environmental challenges as opportunities for transformation.
The goal of this podcast is clear: to highlight the extraordinary talents that have been cultivated by CATÓLICA-LISBON over decades and, in doing so, open the doors to a dynamic and inspiring dialogue about how businesses can be a force for good.
From revolutionary startups to companies reevaluating their practices, "Impactful Businesses" offers a fresh and inspiring perspective on the business world. Whether you're an entrepreneur seeking guidance, a forward-thinking student, or a citizen interested in learning about initiatives shaping our world, this podcast is an invitation to join a community of thinkers, visionaries, and change agents.
Get ready to be inspired, moved, and perhaps even find your own source of inspiration to make a difference.
Filipe Santos, Dean of CATÓLICA-LISBON, launches the new podcast "Impacful Businesses" a partnership with Rádio Renascença.
In this new news space, starting on March 20th on Rádio Renascença, "we aim to give a platform to entrepreneurs made in CATÓLICA-LISBON, to students and graduates who, driven by their dreams and the desire to launch new businesses, create value for the economy and society. This is, in fact, an objective of our School: to continue educating entrepreneurial leaders and managers capable of developing the economy and society," explains Filipe Santos.
Pedro Caseiro and Ricardo Parreira, alumni of CATÓLICA-LISBON, founded Blanky in 2020, a company specializing in weighted blankets used to promote better sleep and alleviate anxiety. Blanky has quickly become the number 1 brand of weighted blankets in Europe.
Learn more about the story of Blanky, featured in the 2nd episode of the podcast "Impactful Businesses" a partnership with Rádio Renascença.
Izzee is Pedro Godinho's Impactful Business, a Business Administration graduate from CATÓLICA-LISBON, featured this week on the Renascença podcast in partnership with CATÓLICA-LISBON.
Just months away from celebrating its first year of activity, Izzee, a company that focuses on simple and nutritious alternatives to address the complexities of everyday life, is looking to take the leap, create new products, and expand internationally.
Established in 2015, Pedro Gancho's Inlife Housing was born to assist students in the (almost impossible) task of finding accommodation. Nearly 10 years later, Inlife has expanded, and today, clients are not just students; 45% are immigrants, expatriates, digital nomads, or individuals moving to a new city.
Get to know Inlife, founded by CATÓLICA-LISBON alumnus Pedro Gancho, featured in today's episode of "Negócios com Impacto," in partnership with Rádio Renascença.
As it reaches its one-year milestone this April, Blanched, founded by alumnus Rodrigo Ferreira, joins 'Businesses with Impact' this week, the podcast by Rádio Renascença in partnership with CATÓLICA-LISBON.
A project born out of the desire to undertake and, simultaneously, provide a response to the restaurant sector and those aiming for a career in this field.
Following a breast cancer diagnosis, Glooma was born, the featured company today on the "Business with Impact" podcast, from Rádio Renascença in partnership with CATÓLICA-LISBON.
From the combination of Francisco Nogueira's background in Biomedica Engineering from Universidade Católica Portuguesa and the skills acquired in the MSc in Management program specializing in Strategy, Entrepreneurship, and Impact at CATÓLICA-LISBON by Frederico Stock, this innovative project began to take shape. It has already received various awards and rounds of investment.
This week's episode of the "Impactful Businesses" podcast, from Rádio Renascença in partnership with CATÓLICA-LISBON, features Pledgy, presenting itself as 'the simplest way to receive online donations.
The platform is designed to streamline fundraising for non-profit organizations. Alumna Ana Nunes da Silva is focused on optimizing operations and processes for these types of organizations, allowing them to focus on fulfilling their social mission and purpose more easily.
This week "Impactful Businesses" podcast , features Clean UP, founded by CATÓLICA-LISBON alumna Rita Araújo. A company that is revolutionizing the laundry industry with innovation and sustainability. An inspiring example of how a simple idea can turn into a successful business, driven by passion, vision, and a commitment to excellence.
Between the desire to serve and the entrepreneurial drive, is Joao Cotter Salvado, a prominent figure in the academic community and currently the Academic Director of Católica-Lisbon Entrepreneurship Center (CLEC), which is today highlighted in the "Impactful Businesses" podcast. CLEC is not just another academic center, it is the manifestation of CATÓLICA-LISBON's commitment to promoting knowledge, empowering students, and the integration with the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
"CLEC is the main vehicle for connecting our school to entrepreneurship. We promote excellence in knowledge, empower students, and establish connections with the entrepreneurial ecosystem.", explains Joao Cotter Salvado. This opening to the community is evident in the diversity of programs offered, from curricular courses to pre-acceleration programs, open not only to CATÓLICA-LISBON students but also to external entrepreneurs.
André Albuquerque, a visionary entrepreneur and educator, founder of One Month PM, emerges as an emblematic figure in the landscape of innovation and entrepreneurship. With a journey marked by a constant pursuit of knowledge and a passion for creation, André found in his education at Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics the initial impetus to materialize his dreams.
His trajectory is an inspiring narrative of transformation and determination, which led him to create One Month PM - a revolutionary project that democratizes access to product management knowledge, empowering individuals from all backgrounds to build successful digital products in just one month.
The story of João Esteves and Diverge, featured today on the "Impactful Businesses" podcast, is an inspiring example of how businesses can be created with a strong purpose, promoting sustainability, and having a positive impact on society. Diverge's commitment to individuality, responsible production, and youth empowerment demonstrates that it is possible to reconcile business success with social and environmental responsibility.
The alumnus reveals that his time at CATÓLICA-LISBON had a significant impact on his career.
Tiago, a graduate of CATÓLICA-LISBON, always had a strong entrepreneurial spirit. His active participation in the college's Entrepreneurship Club, where he served as president, played a crucial role in shaping his entrepreneurial mindset and establishing a valuable network of contacts that he continues to maintain.
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Founded in 2017 by Pedro Teixeira and Filipe Leitão, both alumni of CATÓLICA-LISBON, Happy Code quickly became a reference in the national educational landscape.
With a clear vision, this school of future skills operates at the intersection of three crucial areas: technology, entrepreneurship, and social awareness.
In today's episode of the "Impactful Businesses" podcast, we meet Tiago Gomes, an alumnus of CATÓLICA-LISBON. At just 24 years old, he is the founder of Clarapy Therapeutics, an innovative platform that democratizes access to qualified psychologists, making mental health consultations easy and convenient.
In the latest episode of the "Impactful Businesses" podcast, we get to know Bernardo Seixas, the founder of Granter.ai, an innovative company that aims to democratize access to European funds through artificial intelligence.
A graduate of CATÓLICA-LISBON, Bernardo is a 27-year-old entrepreneur who has dreamt of owning his own company since he was a child. This early aspiration became a reality with the creation of Granter.ai in 2023.
After 35 years managing companies in various countries, Nuno Moreira da Cruz, who holds a degree in Law from Universidade Católica Portuguesa, returned to Portugal to prioritize his family and pursue what would truly fulfill him: sharing knowledge with CATÓLICA-LISBON students about Planet, People, Profit.
Nuno Moreira da Cruz, Executive Director of the Center for Responsible Business & Leadership, is featured today on the "Impactful Businesses" podcast, a partnership between Renascença and CATÓLICA-LISBON.
In the latest episode of the "Impactful Businesses" podcast, we had the opportunity to meet Afonso Coimbra and Rui Ascenso, the founders of Sqill.
This emerging company is revolutionizing the way social media teams create and manage content with an innovative platform that promises to make the lives of social media managers easier.
In today's episode of "Impactful Businesses," we meet João Caiado, founder of Mirage Virtual Reality, a company dedicated to creating hyper-realistic 3D experiences for the real estate sector.
João was born with a creative streak, and growing up in a family of artists and entrepreneurs, he quickly realized that with a degree in Business Administration and Management from CATÓLICA-LISBON, he could fulfill one of his biggest dreams: to create a company that offers innovation through immersive experiences via interactive three-dimensional simulations.
In the most recent episode of the podcast "Impactful Businesses," a collaboration between CATÓLICA-LISBON and Rádio Renascença, we meet Rodrigo Pessoa Jorge, founder of OFFCOUSTIC, an innovative company transforming workspaces with the installation of acoustic booths.
A graduate of CATÓLICA-LISBON, Rodrigo highlights the Data Modeling course, taught by Professor Carlos Rondão, as one of the most influential in his career.
In the latest episode of the Impactful Businesses podcast, we got to know Rodrigo Bourbon, founder of Condoroo, an innovative startup that is transforming condominium management with Artificial Intelligence.
Rodrigo highlights that the education he received at CATÓLICA-LISBON was essential for the start of his career in finance.
In today's episode of the podcast "Impactful Businesses" a partnership between CATÓLICA-LISBON and Rádio Renascença, we will get to know the Bright Future Academy, founded by Carolina Salvaterra.
It was during the pandemic that Carolina Salvaterra, an alumna of CATÓLICA-LISBON, identified the opportunity to create a school with the mission of training "future leaders," as she herself describes it, since her dream from a young age was to do something impactful.
Today on "Impactful Businesses," we introduce Chulé, a company known for its fun, playful socks that embrace Portuguese heritage and sustainability.
Miguel Alemão, a CATÓLICA-LISBON alumnus, is an enthusiast of impactful business and passionate about marketing, now focusing on expanding Chulé internationally.
In today's episode of Impactful Businesses, we go beyond borders and meet an international master’s alumnus from CATÓLICA-LISBON. Natan Jacquemin decided to make Portugal his home and created NÃM Mushrooms, a Portuguese company focused on transforming coffee grounds into edible mushrooms, promoting a circular and sustainable economy.
In addition to fostering entrepreneurial talent that creates economic and social value, CATÓLICA-LISBON, as a "business with impact," regularly launches initiatives that generate significant influence on society, some with the potential to impact public policies in the country.
In the latest episode of “Business with Impact,” Filipe Santos, Dean of CATÓLICA-LISBON, presents the school as a business with impact.