Our Origin

KWAN was created to solve a recurring problem in technology delivery:
organizations needed scale, professionals needed stability.

Born within RUPEAL Group, with deep roots in technology and business transformation, KWAN emerged from real delivery experience, not theory.

Too often, growth comes at the cost of structure, and flexibility at the cost of long-term commitment.

We believed both could coexist.

So we built a model for disciplined delivery and sustainable careers, where teams scale with intention and professionals grow with clarity.

What We Stand For

Mission

Build technology capacity through structured delivery and engaged professionals, only achieved by connecting the right people to the right projects.

Vision

Redefine how tech talent and delivery operate in the AI age, with structure, stability, and long-term thinking.

Values

• People-first, without sacrificing delivery discipline;
• Transparency in compensation and expectations;
• Stability in long-term partnerships;
• Adaptability in a volatile market.

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Meet the Team

The people behind KWAN’s success and vision

Talent Acquisition

Experts in scouting the tech market, they interview dozens of talented candidates every day. What might take you months, they accomplish in days – finding the perfect match for your team. The Talent Acquisition team is divided in Continuous Sourcing and Tailored Sourcing.

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Fernanda Morais

Head of Talent Acquisition

Miguel

Miguel Pereira

Talent Acquisition Lead

Sara-Sousa

Sara Sousa

Talent Acquisition Lead

Daniela-Quaresma

Daniela Quaresma

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Ines-Carolo

Inês Carolo dos Santos

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Marina

Marina Pastor

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Renata

Renata Rocha

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Sara Norberto

Sara Norberto

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Ines

Inês Silva

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Patricia

Patrícia Moura

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Account Management

The Account Managers are responsible for accompanying the evolving IT staffing needs of our clients' projects, working closely with the Talent Acquisition Specialists to present the right candidates and with the People Experience Partners to assist with onboarding, retention, and internalization.

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Marcelo Catita

Head of Account Management

Antero

Antero Monteiro

Account Manager Lead

Ines-Marques

Inês Marques

Account Manager Lead

Helder

Hélder Pinto

Account Manager Senior

Milene

Milene Machado

Account Manager

People Experience

They provide day-to-day support and career coaching, so our consultants are happy, evolving, and totally focused on our client's projects. And if there’s any red-flag regarding any of its team members, our clients will know it much earlier, making it possible to also act sooner.

Raquel

Raquel Gonçalves

Director of People & Culture

Becho

Jorge Becho

Head of People Experience

Catarina

Catarina Monteiro

People Experience Lead

Eliana

Eliana Almeida

People Experience Lead

Dinis

Artur Dinis

People Experience Partner

Daniela

Daniela Coelho

People Experience Partner

Isabela

Isabela Barbosa

People Experience Partner

Jorge

Jorge Carvalho

People Experience Partner

Mayra

Mayra Roberto Farah

People Experience Partner

Sara

Sara Melo

People Experience Partner

Board of Directors

Our Board defines long-term direction, ensuring KWAN grows with discipline, clarity, and strategic focus.

Their role is not day-to-day operations, but safeguarding positioning, sustainability, and the evolution of the business in a changing tech landscape.

Rui Alves

Rui Pedro Alves

Chairman

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Duarte Fernandes

CEO

Samuel

Samuel Carapinha

CFO

Mauritti

João Mauritti

COO

Our Footprint

KWAN operates across Europe and selected international markets, shaped by years of cross-border delivery and distributed teams.

Europe:

Portugal · Belgium · Finland · France · Ireland · Netherlands · Sweden · Germany · Norway · Denmark · Switzerland · Luxembourg · Austria · Iceland

Other Markets:

Israel · United States · Canada · United Kingdom

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Industries We Work With

Our clients operate mainly across the following sectors:

Professional Services
& Consulting

Technology &
Software

Financial Services &
Banking

Telecommunications & Media

Energy &
Utilities

Healthcare &
Pharmaceuticals

Retail &
Logistics

Hospitality &
Tourism

Government &
Public Services

We support organizations where technology is core to the business, and where stable teams and structured delivery are non-negotiable.