Design Leadership Mentor
For 15 years, I led teams creating digital products used by millions. Today, I mentor leaders who want bigger impact.
At OLX, I led the product redesign of Europe's #1 autos marketplace
Bringing it to life drove 93% higher user engagement, 30% revenue growth, and more.
I also elevated design's role in OLX's business
Established design as a strategic partner at the executive level while scaling the team 5x.
At eSapiens, I wore two hats: Head of Product and Venture Builder
Led products for 20M+ users while launching new businesses, including one I ran as CEO.
I've gone from entrepreneur to corporate and back
After 15 years leading teams in corporate, I'm now building again with Sidekick and more.
Mentoring
I help design leaders land better roles, get promoted, and have bigger impact. I've provided career guidance and leadership development to professionals from:
Design leader. Strategist. Now, your mentor.
Perspective across borders
With 20+ years across 3 continents, I know how design careers work in Brazil, the US, and Europe. I went from solo designer to leading 60+ people, so I understand every step in between, and I’ve shipped across SaaS, marketplaces, and fintechs.
Business fluency
I’ve partnered with execs to shape strategy, and I’ll help you earn that seat. With an MBA and an MS in Innovation behind me, I’ll teach you to connect design to revenue and growth, the language that shaped my career.
Leadership with empathy
My leadership is built on transparency and trust, and that’s how I work with you, valuing your history, goals, and strenghts. Every session is 1:1 and shaped around your situation, not a generic playbook.
Practical advice
I’ve transformed products serving millions and built businesses as a founder and intrapreneur, so my advice comes from many years of practice to tackle your real promotion, job search, or team challenges.
What people say
“Victor stands out as a rare design leader who seamlessly integrates holistic, cross-functional product design expertise with business acumen and outstanding people management skills.”
VP of Product
“Under his guidance, we built and scaled a strong design organization and culture that delivers real impact to the business. None of this would have been possible without his vision, mentorship, and genuine care—especially during challenging times when his leadership values truly stood out”
Head of Product Design
“Victor has a rare ability to lead with transparency and integrity, creating an environment where team members feel safe and valued. His open and honest communication style fostered trust and collaboration, enabling us to tackle even the toughest challenges with confidence.”
Lead Design Ops
“He is one of the most capable and authentic design leaders I've seen. Victor is strong strategically, able to create structure from chaos, communicates very well and above all is a highly empathic people leader.”
Head of Product
Beyond work
🎸 I write, produce, and release music under the alias This Is Mars. Give it a listen!
🐕 My wife and I are proud tutors of Caju, a mega cute 10-years old dog.
🏖️ I'm obsessed with hiking in nature, specially close to the sea.
🎮 I don't think I have enough years on Earth to tackle my entire backlog of games...