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Governance & Leadership

Governance & leadership

Building a Governance Model for Scalable Growth

PRO-VEST operates through an integrated governance model designed to ensure strategic alignment, operational execution and regional coordination across all business areas and portfolio companies.

Our governance architecture combines institutional oversight, executive leadership and specialised advisory functions, creating a framework capable of supporting sustainable growth, disciplined decision-making and long-term value creation across multiple industries and geographies.

Governance structure

Institutional Structure

  • Shareholders' General Meeting
  • Board of Directors
  • Executive Committee
  • Audit & Supervisory Board
  • Independent External Auditor

Specialised Committees

  • Audit & Internal Control
  • Risk & Compliance
  • ESG & Sustainability
  • Strategic Planning & New Business
  • Nominations & Remuneration

Structure objectives

Corporate Control

Ensuring compliance, governance standards, transparency, accountability and institutional oversight across the Group.

Execution Capacity

Supporting efficient decision-making processes, operational discipline and effective implementation of strategic initiatives.

Regional Coordination

Aligning governance, operations and growth initiatives across different sectors, countries and business units.

International Scalability

Creating a governance model capable of supporting regional expansion, strategic partnerships and international growth.

Our Team

Executive leadership

The Executive Leadership Team combines strategic vision, operational expertise and sector-specific experience to guide the development and expansion of the PRO-VEST ecosystem.

Each member contributes specialised capabilities that strengthen governance, execution and long-term value creation.

Institutional Leadership

PEDRO SOCO

PEDRO SOCO

Chairman of the Board & Chief Executive Officer

Pedro Soco is an Angolan executive and entrepreneur with extensive experience in investment structuring, business development, corporate leadership and strategic project coordination across multiple industries.

As Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of PRO-VEST Holding, he is responsible for defining the Group's long-term vision, coordinating strategic initiatives, strengthening institutional relationships and driving sustainable growth across the ecosystem.

Areas of Responsibility

  • Corporate Strategy
  • Institutional Leadership
  • Investment Direction
  • Executive Coordination
  • Strategic Partnerships
  • Regional Expansion

Board of Directors

STELLA BARRETO

STELLA BARRETO

Executive Board Member - Investments & Financial Strategy

Stella Barreto is an executive with extensive experience in economic planning, investment analysis, procurement, business strategy and project structuring.

Within PRO-VEST, she contributes to investment strategy, financial planning, business evaluation and the development of growth opportunities across the Group's portfolio.

Areas of Responsibility

  • Investment Strategy
  • Financial Planning
  • Business Evaluation
  • Economic Studies
  • Capital Allocation Support
  • Strategic Growth Initiatives
MANUELA SAMPAIO

MANUELA SAMPAIO

Executive Board Member - Corporate Development & Human Capital

Manuela Sampaio is a senior executive with extensive experience in organisational development, human capital management, project coordination, procurement and institutional partnerships.

Within PRO-VEST, she supports organisational effectiveness, talent development, corporate processes and stakeholder engagement across the Group.

Areas of Responsibility

  • Human Capital Strategy
  • Organisational Development
  • Corporate Processes
  • Training & Development
  • Corporate Communications
  • Stakeholder Engagement

Strategic Coordination

KIESSE CANITO

KIESSE CANITO

Board Advisor - Governance, Organizational Development & Innovation

Kiesse Canito is an executive specialised in organisational structuring, corporate governance, strategic planning, process optimisation and institutional development.

Within PRO-VEST, he supports the Board of Directors through strategic coordination, governance development, organisational structuring, innovation initiatives, internal control frameworks and corporate transformation programmes.

Areas of Responsibility

  • Governance & Internal Control
  • Organisational Structuring
  • Strategic Planning
  • Process Management & Optimisation
  • Executive Coordination
  • Institutional Development
  • Innovation & Business Transformation
  • Knowledge Management & Capacity Building
JANETE BUYS

JANETE BUYS

Regional Director - Regional & International Development

Janete Buys is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in accounting, finance, business management and market development across Africa.

Within PRO-VEST, she is responsible for strengthening the Group's regional and international presence, fostering strategic partnerships, supporting investment initiatives and coordinating business development opportunities across key African and international markets.

Areas of Responsibility

  • Regional & International Expansion
  • Strategic Partnerships
  • International Business Relations
  • Investment Support & Market Intelligence
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Cross-Border Coordination
  • Business Development
  • Market Opportunity Assessment

Governed with vision. Executed with excellence.

Our governance model is designed to ensure rigorous oversight and strategic alignment across our global portfolio, fostering transparency and sustainable value creation for all stakeholders.

Board of directors

Strategic Direction & Risk Oversight

Executive leadership

Operational Implementation

Executive committee

Functional Integration & Performance

Business areas

Infrastructure & Natural Resources

  • Oil & Gas
  • Agriculture
  • Mining
  • Commodities Trading

Supply chain management

  • Procurement
  • Trading
  • Logistics
  • Distribution

Financial Services

  • Project Finance
  • Asset Management
  • Insurance
  • Capital Markets

Technology & Innovation

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Digital Platforms
  • Fintech
  • Cybersecurity

Architecture & Construction

  • Architecture
  • Engineering
  • Construction
  • Asset Development

Regional coordination

PRO-VEST combines central governance with decentralised execution, ensuring alignment between strategy, operations and market realities.

Regional coordination

This governance model enables:

  • Faster decision-making
  • Consistent governance standards
  • Stronger execution capacity
  • Regional adaptability
  • Institutional accountability
  • Scalable international growth
  • Sustainable value creation across Africa

Leadership built for growth

The PRO-VEST governance model has been designed to support a diversified ecosystem of companies operating across strategic sectors.

By combining strong governance, experienced leadership and coordinated execution, the Group creates the foundations required to deliver sustainable growth, industrial development and long-term value creation across Africa.

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