Embraer appoints new defence VP sales and business development Africa
Embraer Defence & Security has appointed José Gustavo as the new vice president (VP) of sales and business development for Europe and Africa.
Embraer Defence & Security has appointed José Gustavo as the new vice president (VP) of sales and business development for Europe and Africa. Image: Embraer
The executive has held several leadership positions in Defence projects including functions in the NATO Command Structure and has solid sales records for Embraer, which includes the A-29 in Africa and the C-390 sales campaigns in Europe.
Gustavo has actively participated in projects developing the A-29 (A-29N) NATO configuration and creating additional capabilities for the C-390, as well as integrating with Embraer's other business units.
“José Gustavo has been a key executive in the successful sales campaigns we have conducted in Africa and Europe. He has in-depth knowledge of the region and a successful track record over his more than 20-year career. His appointment as Vice President of Sales and Business Development will not only bring gains for Embraer Defense & Security, but for the company as a whole,” said Frederico Lemos, CCO of Embraer Defense & Security.
Gustavo will be based in Lisbon, Portugal, under the leadership of Frederico Lemos, CCO of the business unit.
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