The global executive search and talent management leader, Horton International has announced the launch of a new office in Portugal, further strengthening its presence in southern Europe. The new office, located in Lisbon, will be headed up by Afonso Carvalho, who joins as a Managing Partner of Horton International in Portugal.
Carvalho has extensive local expertise, having dedicated a significant portion of his 24-year career in the professional services sector, with much of that time spent in Portugal. With prior C-suite and board-level appointments taking him to Belgium, Holland, and Luxembourg, he has expansive international experience and a keen understanding of the wider executive search landscape at the European level. He commented:
“I am honoured to join Horton International, a firm renowned for its expertise and personalized approach to talent solutions. The market in Portugal presents unique challenges and opportunities, and I am excited to support businesses in attracting, developing, and retaining top leadership talent. Our commitment remains clear: “Tailored Solutions with a Personal Touch”. With Horton International’s global reach and local expertise, we are well-positioned to make a meaningful impact.”
Portugal marks a strategic addition to Horton International’s rapidly growing international presence. With easy access to the rest of Europe, the Iberian nation was named one of the best places to do business by Forbes in 2018 and is an advocate for technology and innovation as a means of driving economic development.
Welcoming Afonso to the Horton International Group, Horton International’s Chairman of the Board, Maneesh Ajmani, said:
“I warmly welcome Afonso as the Managing Partner for Portugal. Under Afonso’s leadership, we are confident that our presence in Portugal will thrive, reinforcing our commitment to serving clients with excellence across global markets.”
Gemma Van Rooyen, Director of Global Programs, shared:
“We are thrilled to welcome Afonso Carvalho to Horton International as we expand our presence into Portugal. Afonso and the team will be invaluable in strengthening our global reach, I am sure that we will do great things together.”
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