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Rachel A

Investment Executive in the Infrastructure Sector - track record in over 40 countries

About Me

m an investment executive and entrepreneur with 20 zears of experience in energy, infrastructure, and sustainable assets, and 10 years of entrepreneurship. For the past decade, I’ve worked independently as both advisor and manager, structuring complex transactions and guiding investors through the nuances of renewable platforms and real asset portfolios across Europe and Latin America. My track record spans over 4 GW of energy assets and €4 billion in investments. I operate at the intersection of capital, strategy, and execution, bridging institutional ambition with local delivery. Whether leading a platform roll-out, advising on governance, or designing financial structures, I bring a hands-on approach shaped by real-world project development and investor trust. Core Expertise: - Investment strategy and execution infrastructure investments - Structured finance solutions - Governance & compliance for value creation at board level - Cross-border leadership in complex regulatory and market environments - Passionate reader and enthusiastic tennis player

Jurisdiction

Region: Europe
Country: Brazil

Experience

Seniority LevelDirector
Years of Experience15-20 years
Current StatusActive
Independent Investment ExecutiveREA Consult
2016 - Present

• Portfolio responsibility for multimillion institutional investment programs, more than €3,5bn of investments overseen to date. • Providing investment management and consulting for LBOs/Mergers & Acquisitions for sustainable investments and real assets. • Utilising a multitude of financial instruments for real estate and infrastructure portfolios, ensuring compliance and governance throughout the transactions • Run all aspects of the company, as sole director.

Managing OwnerREA Treuhand Wind
2017 - 2025

• Fiduciary services for debt funds allocated to investments into Energy Transition and Energy Efficiency. • Run all aspects of the four companies, as sole director.

Managing OwnerREA Treuhand Solar
2017 - 2025

• Fiduciary services for debt funds allocated to investments into Energy Transition and Energy Efficiency. • Run all aspects of the four companies, as sole director.

Managing OwnerREA Treuhand Immo
2017 - 2022

• Fiduciary services for debt funds allocated to investments into Energy Transition and Energy Efficiency. • Run all aspects of the four companies, as sole director.

DirectorMangifera Analytics
2020 - 2022

Led business development and market entry strategies for energy markets, focusing on international expansion and regulatory compliance. Conducted in-depth market research and analysis, providing actionable insights for investors and stakeholders. Developed and implemented business cases for emerging markets, driving growth and market penetration.

Founder/CEOMangifera Analytics
2020 - 2022

• Thought leadership and spoke expert for cross border renewable energy investments. • Run all aspects of the company, as sole director.

Managing OwnerSalinenpark Treuhand
2018 - 2021

• Fiduciary services for debt funds allocated to investments into Energy Transition and Energy Efficiency. • Run all aspects of the four companies, as sole director.

Business Development ManagerARCADIS
2013 - 2016

• Managed strategic development in mature and developing markets for renewable energy investments (LBO/M&A). • Ultimate responsibility for client stakeholder management. • Oversight of risk and contract management for international investments. • Functional leadership of international project teams (Chile, Italy, England, Poland, France, Ireland and Germany).

Coordinator Business Line EnvironmentARCADIS
2013 - 2015

• Deputy to the European executive board for Environmental Services • P&L oversight and reporting to the board • Coordinated strategic and business development programs such as resource management and optimisation, cost reduction, organisational restructuring, and market entry.

Key Account ManagerARCADIS
2013 - 2015

• Developed relationships with leading figures within the industry. • Provided strategic sales support for operating teams. • Managed key accounts for leading German power utilities organisations.

Education

Diploma of Spécialisation L'investissement à impact, la finance qui change le mondeESSEC Business School
2022 - 2023
Diploma of International Finance (Certified Professional, twice)Frankfurt School of Finance & Management
2014 - 2016
Degree of Industrial EngineeringUSP - Universidade de São Paulo
2000 - 2008
Degree of Emphasis in Logistics (Year Abroad)University of Stuttgart
2005 - 2007

Certification

Total Certifications5

Spécialisation L'investissement à impact, la finance qui change le monde

ESSEC Business School

2023

Credential ID: FQS6WWYYZC46

Certified Expert in Climate & Renewable Energy Finance

Frankfurt School of Finance & Management

2015

Certified M&A Professional

Frankfurt School of Finance & Management

2016

Project Management Professional

IPMA: International Project Management Association

Littérature Francaise

Sorbonne Université

2026 - 2026

Skills

Core skills10
Interests8
Languages5

Skills

Restructuring
Large-scale Projects
SME Consulting
Project Finance
board advisory
Portfolio Management
Investments
Governance & Compliance
C-Level PMO
International Coordination

Interests

Energy Transition
Infrastructure Investment
Impact Investing
Sustainable Finance
Emerging Markets
Latin America
Humanistic Projects: research, expos
Sustainable Agriculture

Languages

English
French
German
Portuguese
Spanish