Joao Valadares
Partner,
Extensive experience in digital, data, and AI strategy, transformations, and operating model across a wide range of consumer products categories
About Joao
Joao Valadares is a member of our Consumer Products, Mergers & Acquisitions, Digital and Enterprise Technology practices.
Joao has advised multiple leading global clients in consumer products with their digital and data strategies, digital transformations, and operating model transitions. He has worked with clients across Europe, US, and South America, having been part of our Sao Paulo, Atlanta, Brussels, and Lisbon offices throughout his career.
In addition to his client work, he is deeply involved with our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts.
Joao holds an MBA from INSEAD and a degree in economics from Universidade do Porto in his home country Portugal. In his personal time, Joao likes to cook and travel with his wife Laura and three young children.
Recent Insights
- “Spain and Portugal Stand Out Among Europe’s Generative AI Adoption,” Article, April 2026
- “What AI Means for Consumer Products Companies’ Margins,” Brief, October 2025
- “From Silos to Speed: How Product Operating Model Is Transforming Consumer Products Companies,” Brief, July 2025
- “Capturing the Future of Digital in Consumer Products,” Brief, June 2024
- “Upgrading Your Technology Operating Model: Six Themes for Success,” Brief, May 2023