Roney Lima, M.Sc, MBA

Urca Angels is a Brazilian network of investors mainly composed by former Instituto Militar de Engenharia (IME) Alumni who are interested in new, cutting edge early stage startups on individual basis. We were formed in 2019 and is composed by a diverse team of C-Levels, mentors, former startup founders, professional investors and managers who are actively involved in the LatAm startup ecosystem. Submit your startup at contact@urcaangels.com

Urca Angels is a Brazilian network of investors mainly composed by former Instituto Militar de Engenharia (IME) Alumni who are interested in new, cutting edge early stage startups on individual basis. We were formed in 2019 and is composed by a diverse team of C-Levels, mentors, former startup founders, professional investors and managers who are actively involved in the LatAm startup ecosystem. Submit your startup at contact@urcaangels.com

Were finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs. Iron ore for steel. Low carbon aluminium for electric cars and smartphones. Copper for wind turbines, electric cars and the pipes that bring water to our home. Borates that help crops grow and titanium for paint.

We are a global mining company producing iron ore, pellets, and nickel, and we are committed to becoming one of the safest, most trustworthy mining company in the world. With a workforce of 120,000 employees, we work every day to transform natural resources into prosperity and sustainable development for the approximately 30 countries in which we operate. In addition to mining, we have operations in logistics, energy, and steelmaking. We self-generate 54% of the energy we use, and in Brazil alone, more than 1 million people travel on our passenger trains on the Vitória-Minas and Carajás railroads every year. We continuously reassert our commitment to the future of our planet by, among other initiatives, protecting 8,500 km² of natural land and investing in R&D to lead the sustainable mining revolution, with the ultimate goal of becoming a carbon-neutral company by 2050. We are constantly evolving, always aiming to be a diverse and inclusive company. We are pursuing a goal of doubling our female workforce by 2030 and increasing representation among our leadership. Our activities are governed by a policy of transparency, safety and security, ethics, and respect in order to protect the environment and encourage the development of our employees. We are Vale.