Julia Carvalho
Julia Carvalho | |
|---|---|
| Born | Portugal |
| Occupation(s) | Mining engineer, entrepreneur, corporate executive |
| Years active | –present |
| Known for | Corporate Manager for Growth Markets in Africa at IBM |
Julia Carvalho is a mining engineer, entrepreneur, and corporate executive originating from Portugal. Since December 2021, she has held the position of Corporate Manager for Growth Markets in Africa at International Business Machines (IBM), operating out of Luanda, Angola.
Early life and education
Carvalho obtained her bachelor's degree, followed by a Master of Science in Mining Engineering, and ultimately a Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering from the University of Lisbon. She further enhanced her expertise by completing programs focused on leadership, energy, and financial management at institutions such as MIT Sloan School of Management, Texas A&M University, and Católica Lisbon School of Business & Economics.
Career
Prior to her current appointment, Carvalho served as General Manager for IBM across Angola, Mozambique, Cape Verde, and Sao Tome, where she directed the deployment of IBM’s Hybrid Cloud and Artificial Intelligence technologies within these regions.
Her earlier professional experience includes leading sales for the Landmark Software & Services Unit at Halliburton. She also held a position as an Engineering lecturer at the University of Lisbon. In addition, Carvalho contributed as a consultant for both Sonangol and Sonagas and managed the Natural Resources Business Unit at Sinfic in Angola.
See also
External links
- Julia Carvalho appointed GM for IBM Growth Markets in Africa (16 December 2021)