João Camarate
About João Camarate
João Camarate serves as the Chief Technology Officer at Broadvoice and GoContact, where he has focused on technology integration and user-centric solutions. He is also an angel investor and mentor in Lisbon's startup ecosystem, with a background in public administration and business management.
Current Role at Broadvoice
João Camarate serves as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Broadvoice, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on integrating technology solutions that enhance customer experience and meet user needs. His expertise has been pivotal in the acquisition of GoContact by Broadvoice, where he played a key role in aligning the technology of both companies post-acquisition.
Experience as Angel Investor
Since 2021, João has been actively involved as an Angel Investor at MyCareforce, contributing to the growth of startups in Lisboa, Portugal. He has also been an Angel Investor at COREangels and Legaü since 2022. His investment strategies are informed by his extensive background in technology and entrepreneurship, focusing on fostering innovative solutions within the startup ecosystem.
Educational Background
João Camarate studied Public Administration and Law at Universidade de Coimbra. He also attended Coimbra Business School | ISCAC, where he earned a Licentiate degree in Business Administration and Management from 2004 to 2007. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his roles in technology and business strategy.
Previous Experience and Mentorship
Prior to his current roles, João worked at GoContact as a Founding Member and CTO from 2013 to 2021, where he contributed to the company's growth and eventual acquisition by Broadvoice. He has also served as a Startup Mentor at Demium and Startup Lisboa, where he has been involved in guiding emerging startups in Lisboa, Portugal, since 2022.
Professional Development and Training
João has participated in advanced training programs focused on monetization and pricing strategies, enhancing his strategic approach to business growth. He was also a Reforge Alumni, completing programs in Monetization + Pricing Deep Dive and Advanced Growth Strategy in 2020, which further developed his expertise in these critical areas.