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Elizabeth Shipeio: In Conversation
Elizabeth Shipeio: In Conversation Listening to Portuguese women, all March long Elizabeth Shipeio moved to the United States seven years ago. Born and raised in Lisbon, she is currently a Senior Product Marketing Manager at Microsoft, where she approaches her work as a career and as a mission, guided by the belief that meaningful impact…
Read MoreSÃlvia Curado: In Conversation
SÃlvia Curado: In Conversation Listening to Portuguese women: all March long SÃlvia Curado, from Figueira da Foz, Portugal, is a Faculty Member in the Departments of Pathology and Cell Biology at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine and serves as Research Director at the Office of Science and Research, leading initiatives that drive innovation across…
Read MoreKatherine Vaz: In Conversation
Katherine Vaz: In Conversation Listening to Portuguese women, all March long Katherine Vaz wears her Portuguese roots on her sleeve. She is the first Portuguese American to have her work recorded by the Library of Congress and has been a Briggs-Copeland Fellow in Fiction at Harvard University – one of Harvard’s most prestigious fellowships for…
Read MoreInternational Women’s Month Spotlight
International Women’s Month Spotlight Portuguese Women in the U.S. This March, in celebration of International Women’s Month, the Portugal-US Chamber of Commerce is launching a special spotlight series dedicated to the stories and perspectives of Portuguese women building their careers in the United States. We wanted to listen to them and share their voices, and…
Read MoreInside the Tariffs: Jan 29
Inside the Tariffs: Jan 29 As global trade dynamics continue to evolve, tariffs remain a critical and increasingly complex factor shaping both everyday news and corporate strategy. On January 29, 2026, at 9:00 AM, we will host Inside the Tariffs: Framework, Advocacy & Behind the Scenes, a conversation meant to demystify how tariffs work, how…
Read MoreMember Spotlight: Sovena
Member Spotlight: Sovena Did you know that Sovena Group USA is the largest importer and one of the biggest packers of avocado oil in the United States? Our Sustaining Member Sovena, a 100% Portuguese-owned company with two factories in the US (New York and California), also supplies 25% of all private-label olive oil in the…
Read MorePortugal’s Digital Focus
Portugal’s Digital Focus Portugal’s Digital Future in Focus: Roundtable with the Secretary of State in New York The Portugal-US Chamber of Commerce organized an exclusive roundtable in New York City with Portugal’s Secretary of State for Digitalisation, Bernardo Correia, in collaboration with AICEP. The discussion, “The Transatlantic Partnership in the Digital Era: Strategic Alignment for…
Read More2025 Gala Highlights
2025 Gala Highlights The Portugal-US Chamber of Commerce came together in New York City for our 2025 Gala, a special evening dedicated to celebrating the people, partnerships, and progress that sustain our community. The night was marked by reflection, recognition, and inspiration. We honored the memory of Magda Vakil, former Executive Director of the Chamber.…
Read MoreMoving to Portugal – Visas, Taxes & Relocation
Moving to Portugal – Visas, Taxes & Relocation Curious about everything Portugal has to offer for investors, professionals, and families? Portugal has become a top destination for those seeking new opportunities in Europe, combining lifestyle advantages with compelling tax, visa and relocation opportunities. This session will help you navigate these possibilities. Join us for:…
Read MoreBridging Portugal and the U.S.: What’s Next
Bridging Portugal and the U.S.: What’s Next To our members, partners and friends, Since 1979, the Portugal-US Chamber of Commerce has been pivotal in connecting the two countries, pushing forward economic growth and cultural exchange. Today, in an ever expanding transatlantic relationship, we renew our ambition for the Chamber. Driven by purpose and focused…
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