Teresa Esteban is a leading voice in Portugal’s business and academic ecosystem. As CEO and co-founder of Rede do Empresário, she drives a collaborative network of over 16,000 entities, connecting companies, universities, research centers, and public institutions. With more than two decades of experience, she is dedicated to strengthening strategic communication and enhancing the visibility of SMEs, building meaningful bridges between knowledge, innovation, and the market. Through her work, she has fostered projects and communities that bring together talent, opportunity, and progress. More than a strategist, Teresa is a purpose-driven leader. She believes that real progress happens when knowledge is shared and when networks are built on trust, generosity, and collaboration. Her journey spans across technology, tourism, education, sustainability, and social innovation, always with a clear mission: placing people and communities at the heart of transformation. A talent catalyst and change-maker, she champions leadership grounded in authenticity, positive impact, and real value creation. She is also the creator of innovative projects such as Creative Night, Tourism Train Experience, Alojamento e Regiões Magazine, and 2Dreams. As co-creator of Elas Inspiram, Teresa actively empowers women who lead, innovate, and inspire others to believe in their potential.For Teresa, true leadership doesn’t just happen on stages, it happens every day, on the ground, where relationships are built, opportunities are created, and a more collaborative future takes shape.

 

Rede do Empresário is an ecosystem that connects companies, universities, research centers, public institutions, and the business community, promoting collaborative initiatives focused on growth and innovation.

 

With a community of more than 16,000 entities, the network acts as a strategic bridge between knowledge and the market, facilitating partnerships, sharing opportunities, and developing projects with real impact. Its focus is on strengthening the visibility and competitiveness of SMEs, while fostering talent, entrepreneurship, and collaboration.

 

More than a network, it is a movement that believes progress comes from the connection between people, ideas, and organizations, creating a more communicative, innovative, and inclusive future.