About

Mission

The Portugal–US Chamber of Commerce in New York was founded in 1979 to stimulate economic development, trade and investment, and cultural exchange between the United States and Portugal. The Chamber works closely with its counterparts in Portugal, Canada, and across the United States to promote shared interests in Portugal and expose the vast economic opportunities of the country.

The Chamber provides its members ongoing opportunities to network with individuals also engaged in Portugal-US affairs as well as numerous channels by which they can obtain essential bilateral support and information. Since its inception, the Chamber has served as a forum where individuals can unite to discuss and promote their interests. The Chamber attempts to foster a sense of community by planning events that capture and capitalize on the diversity of its members. These events vary from illustrious dinner galas and meetings with foreign dignitaries to informal luncheons and cocktail hours. The Chamber is always open to suggestions from members in order to better serve their needs.

Networking

The Chamber provides its members with ongoing opportunities to meet other individuals and firms involved in Portuguese-US relations, trade and commerce. The Chamber

  • Introduces members to civic leaders, government representatives and influential decision-makers in the Portuguese and US business communities.

  • Identifies and counsels on partnership and joint ventures for Portuguese and US corporations.

  • Arranges private meetings between US and Portuguese executives to discuss business and investment issues of mutual interest.

  • Sponsors regular networking meetings, luncheons and receptions that offer excellent opportunities for broadening contacts within the Portuguese-US community.

Consults with the Council of US – EC Chambers of Commerce on European Community issues.

Business Development

By being an active participant in both the Portuguese and US marketplace, the Chamber helps members identify valuable new business opportunities and obtain important demographic and marketing information. The Chamber also channels hundreds of business referrals each year, both from outside the organization and among members.

Information Exchange

Timely information helps members position their business and investments for the future. Each year, the Chamber responds to numerous requests for information on a wide range of trade issues, from import/export tariffs to the location of agents and distributors. The Chamber also sponsors trade shows, seminars, and conferences on pertinent trade and investment issues. In addition, frequent luncheons and dinners feature the Portuguese Minister of Finance, Minister of Economic Affairs, or other government dignitaries who address recent developments in economics, trade, finance, education, or cultural affairs.

  • President

    Bernardo Goarmon

  • Vice President

    Rosa Rebimbas, Nuno Guerreiro

  • Secretary

    Michael Lubben

  • Treasurer

    Rodrigo Carvalho

  • Donzelina Barroso

  • Pedro Belo

  • Rodrigo Carvalho

  • Rogério Fernandes Ferreira

  • Alfonso Finocchiaro

  • Jose Carlos Fernandes

  • Antonio Folhadela de Oliveira

  • Bernardo Goarmon - President

  • Césaltine Grégorio

  • Florentino Gregorio

  • Nuno Guerreiro - Vice President

  • Sara Lima

  • Michael Lubben

  • Cidália Luis-Akbar

  • Carlos Paneiro

  • Susy Pestana

  • James Kelly

  • Rosa Rebimbas - Vice President

  • Ana Tavares

  • Tomás Tavares de Almeida

  • Luis Tormenta

  • Magda Vakil

Executive Committee

  • Bernardo Goarmon

  • Rodrigo Carvalho

  • Césaltine Grégorio

  • Nuno Guerreiro

  • Michael Lubben

  • Magda Vakil

  • António Folhadela de Oliveira

Institutional Relations Committee

  • Magda Vakil, Chairperson

Corporate Relations Committee

  • Antonio Folhadela de Oliveira, Chairperson
    Chairperson

  • Diana Mamede de Oliveira

Legal, Tax & Audit Committee

  • Rogério Fernandes Ferreira
    RFF & Associados

  • Michael Lubben
    Gibbons P.C.

  • Rodrigo Carvalho

Nomination and Membership Committee

  • Pedro Belo
    (Chair)

  • Alfonso Finocchiaro

  • Luis Tormenta
    The Liro Group

  • Florentino Gregorio

Past Presidents Committee

  • Rodolfo Lavrador

  • Donzelina Barroso
    Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors (Chair)

  • Césaltine Grégorio
    BNP Paribas

  • Alberto Veloso

  • Alfonso Finocchiaro

  • Domenick Scaglione

  • Domitilia dos Santos

  • Luis Gregorio

  • Pedro Belo

  • Stephen Ham

  • Rodolfo Lavrador
    2016-2018

  • Donzelina Barroso
    2011-2015

  • Cesaltine Gregorio
    2008-2010

  • Richard Russell, Esq.
    2006-2007

  • Alberto Veloso
    2004-2005

  • Domitília M. Dos Santos
    2002-2003

  • Evandro Braz
    2000-2001

  • Pedro Belo
    1998-1999

  • Robert Block
    1996-1997

  • Francisco Graça
    1993-1995

  • Stephen Ham
    1991-1992

  • Joseph Fernandes
    1989-1990

  • Richard Russell, Esq.
    1987-1988

  • Mildred Mottahedeh
    1985-1986

  • Alfonso Finocchiaro
    1983-1984

  • Luís Gregório
    1981-1982

  • Domenick Scaglione
    1979-1980