Meet Our Board of Directors
Simone Mitjans
President/Director
Simone Mitjans is the co-author of the book “Grandes Erros-21 Atitudes Que Você Deve Evitar Para Obter Sucesso na Carreira e na Vida.” As a business growth, marketing expert, and professional networking consultant. She is passionate about helping her clients attract ideal clients on demand.
Fernando Koatz
Legal Advisor/Director
He is a real estate practice lawyer in New York with over 30 years of experience in commercial and residential transactions, and with clients mostly from Latin America and Western Europe. Fernando studied at Columbia University and the Georgetown University Law Center. He speaks, reads, and writes in Spanish, Portuguese, and French.
Akira Ensiki
Treasury/Director
Retiree, Former President at United Americas Insurance Company. Michigan State University MBA and Finance.
Hislley Cannone
Membership Director
She helps families and entrepreneurs create strategic financial planning that best fits their unique needs.
Arthur Fiuza
NetGen Director
Honors College student in Business Analytics & Finance at Florida International University, Student Ambassador, and NextGen Director at Brazilian Professionals Abroad. Passionate about leadership, data-driven strategy, and building the next generation of professionals.
Guilherme Abeche
Secretary
Legal Coordinator for BPA with expertise in contracts, compliance, and legal affairs. Brings business and entrepreneurship experience, having established an independent U.S. subsidiary. Leads with diligence, aligning principles with BPA’s vision to elevate standards and drive collective growth.
Alex Carvalho
Miami Chapter Leader
Alex Carvalho is a seasoned real estate professional with expertise in sales, marketing, and negotiation. Known for his market insights and commitment to excellence, he stays ahead of industry trends to provide top-tier service. Trusted for his integrity, Alex prioritizes client success, ensuring seamless transactions.
Volunteers
Cristine Larson
Alex Ferrari
Bookkeeper
Experienced Financial And Administrative Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the non-profit organization management industry. Skilled in Translation, Youth Work, Educational Technology, English, and Teaching English, Portuguese, and Spanish as a Second Language.
BRAZILIAN PROFESSIONALS
Alex Ferrari
ABROAD
BOARD 2025
Welson Neto
Alex Ferrari
Membership
Lead Coordinator
Economics student passionate about finance and how economic thinking guides decision-making in financial markets. He is building a strong foundation in economic theory while pursuing hands-on experience in wealth management, investment banking, and financial analysis to become a future leader in finance.
Thank you to our former board members
We appreciate that you used all of your experience, skills, knowledge, and education to move our organization forward.