💼 Purpose-Driven Investing: Private Equity Lessons with David Pinheiro, Partner at Iberis Capital
- Harbor Partners
- Jul 29
- 1 min read
In the latest episode of DEALS with Gonçalo Almeida, we sat down with David Pinheiro, Partner at Iberis Capital, one of the leading private equity firms in Portugal.
Throughout the conversation, we explored his journey — from entering the financial world to co-founding Iberis Capital — and the key lessons that shaped his views on investment, people, and value.
🎙 Topics we discussed:
The importance of tailoring each deal to the culture of the people across the table;
The ability to create value even in mature sectors, through consolidation and strategy;
And what truly transforms a company when an investor comes on board: people, vision, and execution.
💬 Between reflections on the role of private equity in the Portuguese economy and the challenges of building lasting trust with entrepreneurs, David also shared what motivates him, what still surprises him, and what brings him the most joy in this competitive space.
At Harbor Partners, we believe the best deals are born at the intersection of strategic intelligence, genuine respect for people, and a clear vision for value creation — and this episode is a true practical guide to that philosophy.
🎧 The full episode is available now on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts:
YouTube: https://youtu.be/bTn_E_NwofQ