Luís Castro Henriques was born in Lisbon, in 1978. He holds an MBA degree from INSEAD (2009), an MPhil from the University of Cambridge (2008) and a Degree Level from the Catholic University of Portugal (2002). Currently is the Chairman and CEO of Portugal's Trade and Investment Agency - AICEP.
“With this campaign, AICEP intends to create emotions and surprise, valuing the authenticity, competitiveness and excellence of products MADE IN PORTUGAL naturally” Luís Castro Henriques, Chairman […]
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