Fernando Haaland

Fernando Haaland is a seasoned professional in finance and technology, currently serving as a Board Member at Gertec, a leader in payment solutions in Brazil. Since June 2020, Fernando has actively invested in companies such as Solarian Energy and E3 Brasil Eco Eficiência Energética, and founded Poli Angels, a group of angel investors focused on early-stage tech startups. With a long-standing role as Managing Partner at IST Consultoria e Gestão and multiple angel investments in firms like Rocketmat AI and Home Agent S.A., Fernando demonstrates a strong commitment to supporting innovation and entrepreneurship. Fernando's investment and advisory leadership spans over two decades, including significant roles at Neovia Solutions. Fernando holds an MBA in Finance from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Universidade Estadual de Campinas.