Ricardo A Cidale

Pragmatic, hands-on leader with a rich history in nurturing tech and service enterprises of varying scales. His expertise spans driving mergers and acquisitions, team building, innovation, cost reduction, and revenue generation, all underpinned by comprehensive P&L management. A hallmark of his leadership style is working parsimoniously, continually seeking ways to optimize resources while maximizing impact. His proficiency lies in devising and implementing dynamic strategies in intricate, competitive landscapes, fostering enduring value and sustainable expansion. Ricardo's approach constantly evolves as he seeks opportunities for frequent, strategic pivots that enhance the business's unique value proposition and solidify its unfair advantages. A global force, Ricardo's journey from an immigrant to a significant player in international markets, coupled with his multilingual and multicultural prowess, enriches his insights across the Americas and Europe. He's a strategist and a connector, leveraging the art and science of meaningful conversations to establish lasting bonds with consumer and corporate clients. Ricardo embodies the ethos of empathetic and motivational leadership, working closely with his teams to set realistic goals while nurturing growth through understanding, service, and resilience. Embracing 'being comfortable with the uncomfortable,' Ricardo thrives in challenging scenarios, innovating through complex issues and consistently delivering precise, cost-effective results. His insight into high-stakes negotiation, whether it's intricate contracts or international deals, positions him as a formidable strategist and a center figure in fostering internal collaboration. He personifies the quest for fulfillment, underpinned by a commitment to lifelong learning and community contribution, embodying the spirit of continuous improvement and the pursuit of excellence in every endeavor. Managing General Partner | Norfolk Group, 2022 – present Venture Investor | Synapse Venture Capital, 2018 – present Judge & Mentor | MassChallenge, 2018 - present Chief Revenue Officer & Managing Director | First Orion Corporation, 2018 - 2022 Chief Commercial Officer | Agile Content, 2016 – 2017 Chair & Managing Director | UUX Media Systems, 2013 – 2016 Managing Director | Over-The-Top Networks, 2011 – 2013 Managing Director | LabOne Systems, 2003 – 2011 Past affiliations | RealNetworks, Dell Technologies, Hewlett Packard, Bataguassu Capital, Principia Group, EOCENE Capital, Numeratti Economics, Wild West Software, Inizio Urban Development, Elite Software, São Paulo State University (USP).