Paula Palermo

Paula Palermo is a multifaceted professional with extensive experience in institutional partnerships, teaching, and innovative finance solutions. Currently serving as the Institutional Partnerships and Sector Intelligence Director at Nature Tech Collective since July 2023, Paula is dedicated to advancing nature-based solutions and addressing the nature-finance gap. Concurrently, Paula holds a position as an Associate Professor at Instituto Cidades Responsivas, teaching subjects such as Innovation Ecosystems and ESG. With a strong entrepreneurial spirit, Paula co-founded Simbiotica Finance, focusing on the 3D economy through blockchain technology. Previous roles include positions at Techstars, invert, and Plug and Play Tech Center, emphasizing sustainable solutions and smart city innovations. Paula's educational background includes advanced degrees from prestigious institutions such as Harvard Business School and Georgetown University, complemented by a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo.