His expertise spans from various roles he held within Petrobras, with a notable tenure in Communications where he spearheaded initiatives such as CONPET - the National Program for the Rationalization of the Use of Petroleum and Natural Gas Derivatives. Through strategic coordination, João successfully instilled a culture of energy efficiency in thousands of public schools across Brazil, underscoring his commitment to environmental conservation and social responsibility.

Educated at the Federal University of Bahia with a degree in History, João furthered his academic pursuits by earning a law degree from the Catholic University of Salvador. His legal acumen has been invaluable during his collaboration within Petrobras' Legal Department, where he contributed to various critical projects.

Currently, João is channeling his visionary mindset into an urban development project in the heart of São Paulo. Leveraging his experience and multifaceted skill set, he aims to catalyze positive transformation within the city center, blending innovation with sustainable urban planning principles to create a model for future development initiatives.

In 2023, João dos Santos joined Time&Place Group as Associate Director, Legal Affairs and Stakeholder Relations and provides strategic outreach capacities in the Brazilian commercial and financial hub as well as across the country. He is helping our clients' interests manoeuvre the regulatory and commercial landscape in Brazil, whilst also providing a gateway for Brazilian interests to find a home across our global location network.