Carla Catharino
About Carla Catharino
Carla Catharino serves as the Legal Director at Xeneta, bringing over 19 years of experience in providing legal counsel to multinational companies. She has held various legal positions across multiple organizations, demonstrating a strong background in corporate law and a proactive, business-oriented approach.
Current Role as Legal Director
Carla Catharino serves as the Legal Director at Xeneta, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she oversees legal matters and provides strategic legal advice to support the company's operations. Her leadership is characterized by a proactive approach to legal challenges, ensuring compliance and risk management within the organization.
Previous Experience at Xeneta
Before her current role, Carla worked at Xeneta as Senior Legal Counsel from 2022 to 2023. During her tenure, she contributed to the legal framework of the company, addressing various legal issues and supporting its growth in the logistics and shipping industry while based in Norway.
Legal Career Background
Carla has over 19 years of experience in providing legal advice to multinational companies. Her career includes significant roles such as Senior Legal Counsel at Raízen from 2012 to 2014 in São Paulo, Brazil, and Legal Coordinator at BRF from 2014 to 2015. She has also held legal positions at AES Brasil, Cielo, GP Investments, and São Carlos Empreendimentos.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Carla earned her LLM in Financial and Capital Markets Law from Insper Instituto de Ensino e Pesquisa, completing her studies from 2009 to 2010. She holds a CIPP/E certification, which demonstrates her expertise in European data protection laws, further enhancing her qualifications in the legal field.
Skills and Expertise
Carla possesses strong problem-solving skills and is recognized for her ability to make independent decisions under pressure. Her business-oriented approach and proactive nature enable her to effectively advise startups through various stages, including exits, showcasing her versatility in the legal landscape.