Episode 13 | DEALS com Gonçalo Almeida – talking with Pedro Correia da Silva
- Harbor Partners
- Sep 9
- 2 min read
Today I have the privilege of hosting Pedro Correia da Silva, founder of ActiveCAP, an investment firm that has been gaining prominence in the Portuguese market. With a solid career in institutions such as BCP Capital, F&C Asset Management, and Millennium Gestão de Ativos, Pedro built leadership experience in private equity, equities, and asset management before taking the step to create his own investment vehicle.
In this episode, we explore his journey and talk about how he started in the investment world, what motivated him to found ActiveCAP, and the initial vision he had for the company. We discuss ActiveCAP’s differentiated approach to private equity, the criteria guiding their choice of companies to invest in, and what they consider essential to create sustainable value.
Pedro shares with us the behind-the-scenes story of the Fabridoce acquisition, from what led them to move forward to the most challenging moments of the negotiation. We talk about what they value most in a transaction — whether it’s growth potential, margins, or the quality of the management team — and the lessons he drew from those experiences.
We also discuss the Portuguese SME market, whether competition among investors is increasing, and the biggest challenges and opportunities when it comes to transactions with family-owned businesses. Looking ahead, Pedro highlights the sectors he believes have the greatest potential for consolidation and growth in the coming years.
To close, we leave room for practical advice for those who want to start a career in private equity: the skills that matter most, the right mindset, and the mistakes to avoid.
An inspiring, insight-packed episode on investment, strategy, and value creation, that will interest entrepreneurs, investors, and anyone who wants to understand how impactful businesses are built in Portugal.
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