João Günther Amaral

João Günther Amaral is a seasoned executive and board member with extensive experience in various leadership roles. Currently serving as a Non-Executive Board Member at Musti Group and MC, as well as a Member of the Board of Directors at SONAE and Público, João has held significant positions within SONAE since September 2001, including Chief Development Officer and Executive Board Member overseeing supply chain and logistics operations. With a robust background in IT, notably as Head of IT at Leica Camera AG and an Innovation and Systems Analyst at Agência de Inovação, João has championed numerous projects and innovations throughout a career spanning over two decades. Academic qualifications include advanced coaching certifications from INSEAD and various executive programs from prestigious institutions such as Stanford University and London Business School, along with a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from Universidade do Porto.