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After more than a decade of experience in investment management, M&A, and entrepreneurship, José Portugal Catalão has decided to dedicate himself to leading a Portuguese SME. Through the launch of Mármore Capital, he aims to acquire and operate a single outstanding Portuguese business, preserving the legacy of its founders while unlocking its full potential for long-term growth. He is backed by a diverse group of experienced partner-investors from different geographies, including, among others, ONEtoONE Asset Management, Noveta, Beka, Secways, Xeito Capital, Cabiedes Capital, Celium Capital, Itaca Capital Partners, Colca Capital, Silver Straits (Scott Lee), as well as several entrepreneurs and private investors.
José is an experienced investment professional with a strong background spanning M&A, finance, operations, and general management. Over the past decade, he has played a key role in founding and scaling businesses, combining entrepreneurial drive with hands-on execution experience. Most recently, he co-founded Treemond, an agribusiness investment platform, where he led fundraising initiatives and supported the company’s strategic, financial, and operational development. Previously, he helped build both the M&A and investment management practices at Optimal Investments, one of Portugal’s leading financial boutiques. He holds an MBA from IESE Business School.
José is seeking to acquire a high-quality Portuguese SME with an enterprise value between €5M and €20M. He is targeting businesses operating in stable or growing industries, with strong brands, diversified customer bases, and robust cash flows. His preferred sectors include the food industry, agricultural services and machinery, the metal industry, and B2B services with strong recurring revenue potential.
