🎙 From vision to execution: the story behind Harbor told by the one who created it
- Harbor Partners
- Sep 9
- 1 min read
In the most special episode of DEALS with Gonçalo Almeida, we turn the tables. Our usual host is now the guest, in a conversation led by João Diogo Vieira, Director of M&A at Harbor Partners.
📌 Gonçalo Almeida, Managing Partner at Harbor, shares with us his personal and professional journey, from his first steps in the financial and real estate sectors to the founding of one of the most strategic and specialized advisory firms in the Portuguese market.
In this episode, we talked about:
How his interest in business and investments first emerged
What he learned from previous experiences and what he chose to do differently
The creation of Harbor, the values that guide it, and the reason behind its name
The most defining moments, from tough early days to securing the first major clients
The vision for the future, including building a group of companies through acquisitions and equity participations
💡 Gonçalo also reflects on what it means to lead with purpose, what drives him every day, and what he would say to his younger self at the start of this journey. He talks about the intersection of M&A and commercial real estate, the importance of trust in long-term relationships, and Harbor’s mission: to create real value for those investing in Portugal.
It’s a direct, transparent, and lesson-filled conversation on leadership, ambition, and strategic vision, for everyone who wants to understand what lies behind an outstanding consultancy.
🎧 The episode is now available on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts.
YouTube: https://youtu.be/EwELmmTUxUU
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