About this Event
Agenda for the seminar
- Introduction: Setting the context for U.S.-Brazil relations and their global significance.
- US Election: Why 75 million Americans voted the way they did
- Brazil and U.S. Dynamics: Did Brazil blow the bridge never built with the US, and if so, how to build it?
- Monetary Policy Challenges: Addressing the impact of a strong dollar on Brazil's economy.
- Global Policy Shifts: U.S. election outcomes and their implications for the global technology sector.
- BRICS Perspective: Possible perspectives of Brazil promoting BRICS during the Trump administration.
- Deconstructing Myths: Fact-checking 10 myths about Trump and narratives about recent leadership changes and tech policies.
- Technology Sector Focus: Key policy changes, investment dynamics, and global supply chain challenges.
- Regional Impacts: Effects of U.S. policy shifts on the Americas, EU, Asia, and Africa in the tech sector.
- Pragmatic Collaboration: Practical steps for advancing U.S.-Brazil collaboration in technology and innovation.
- Q&A Session: Engaging with participant questions and exploring collaborative strategies.
Conference Speakers
John Strand, founder of Strand Consult in 1995, is a leading geopolitical strategist specializing in telecommunication, security, regulation, and policy across the United States, European Union, China, and Latin America. With a career spanning nearly three decades, Strand has advised governments and global organizations on navigating the complexities of international policy, including critical issues like cyber security, supply chain risks, and the geopolitical implications of Chinese-affiliated technology. He has provided expert testimony to legislative bodies such as the U.S. Senate, EU Parliament, and Latin American Parliament (Parlatino), and has been instrumental in shaping security and regulatory frameworks that safeguard innovation and infrastructure. Renowned for his insights and accuracy, Strand’s work empowers leaders to address emerging challenges in a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape.
Jason Vieira is a businessman and executive recognized for his innovative leadership in the digital financial sector. As CEO of MoneYou, an online banking services platform, he has played a crucial role in developing accessible and efficient financial solutions. Under his leadership, MoneYou has become a benchmark in the fintech market, offering products such as digital accounts, investments, and personal loans. Jason believes that digital transformation is essential for democratizing access to financial services, and he has been dedicated to fostering a culture of innovation within the company. In addition to his work at MoneYou, Jason is actively involved in mentoring initiatives, where he helps new entrepreneurs navigate the challenges of the sector. He is frequently invited to speak at conferences and events, where he shares his experiences and insights on the future of digital finance. With a customer-centric approach and a strong commitment to transparency, Jason Vieira continues to shape the future of MoneYou and the financial industry as a whole. His journey is an inspiring example of how innovation and leadership can transform the financial sector for the benefit of all.
Luiz Cherman is the VP of Brazil Politics & Economics at Banco Itaú. Luiz Cherman has been covering Brazilian economics and politics for the past 20 years. He has been with Itau since 2008, dedicated to research for the bank’s institutional clients. Luiz studied economics at the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio) and, before joining Itaú, he was a senior economist at Citigroup and at Telefonica Group.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Restaurante Svanen Scandinavian Food, 1009 Rua Morais de Barros, Campo Belo, Brazil
BRL 480.00
