Leo Cavalcanti
About Leo Cavalcanti
Leo Cavalcanti is the CEO and Founding Partner of Linkana, a company focused on transforming sourcing and procurement decisions through data and technology. He has a diverse academic background and extensive experience in finance, administration, and entrepreneurship.
Work at Linkana
Leo Cavalcanti serves as the CEO of Linkana, a company that focuses on transforming sourcing and procurement decisions through data and technology. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's growth and strategic direction for four years. Prior to becoming CEO, he was the COO of Linkana from 2019 to 2020, where he played a key role in the company's operational management. As a founding partner, he has been instrumental in establishing Linkana's vision and objectives in São Paulo.
Education and Expertise
Leo Cavalcanti has an extensive educational background. He studied at Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and a degree in Law. He also completed a Master's in Business Administration (MBA) at Ibmec. Additionally, he studied Planejamento Tributário for one year and participated in the Y Combinator program, focusing on Entrepreneurship, where he became an Alumni in 2020. His studies in German Language at the University of Duisburg-Essen further enhance his diverse skill set.
Background
Before his current role at Linkana, Leo Cavalcanti held various positions that contributed to his professional development. He was a Partner at Tolentino Engenharia Ltda. from 2015 to 2018, where he also served as Finance & Administration Manager. He founded Diligento Inovações Tecnológicas in 2015, which allowed him to explore innovative solutions in technology. His experiences in these roles provided him with a strong foundation in management and finance.
Achievements
Leo Cavalcanti has made significant contributions to the procurement sector, particularly through his engagement with the concept of #CompradorDoFuturo (Buyer of the Future). He actively writes and speaks about digital transformation in procurement, sharing insights on trends and challenges in the industry. His passion for integrating ESG principles into supply chain management reflects his commitment to sustainable practices within the business landscape.