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Talent Acquisition is Critical for Our Growth:10 on the Weekend with Alexandre Cunha Elias · IMI Podcasts

• 0:00
  SPEAKER_00: 10 on the weekend is a weekly feature in IMI, the concept of which is simple.
• 0:05
  SPEAKER_00: Each time, we ask the same 10 questions of a different IMI pro, letting readers get to know the interviewee on a more personal and informal level than they might during the ordinary course of business.
• 0:17
  SPEAKER_00: Our guest this week is Alexandra Cunha Ilias, Business Development Director at 3cc, also known as 3, Capital.
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  SPEAKER_00: How do you spend your weekends?
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  SPEAKER_00: I spend my weekends eating out, playing Padel, and spending quality time with my family, my wife Carla, and my two children, Carlota and Joan.
• 0:38
  SPEAKER_00: I occasionally dedicate some time to work, especially if it involves strategizing or preparing for the week ahead.
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  SPEAKER_00: Fitness is also an essential part of my routine, so you'll often find me at the gym.
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  SPEAKER_00: What are your top three business goals this year?
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  SPEAKER_00: Achieving 10 million euros in AUM in our Golden Visa Eligible Fund, the 3cc Portugal Golden Income Fund.
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  SPEAKER_00: Becoming a small equity partner at 3, Capital SCR, SA.
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  SPEAKER_00: Establishing 3, Capital as Portugal's most reliable and innovative asset management firm, especially in the Golden Visa space.
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  SPEAKER_00: What's your biggest business concern right now?
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  SPEAKER_00: Hiring talented individuals who excel professionally and align with our culture and vision.
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  SPEAKER_00: Talent acquisition is critical for our growth and success.
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  SPEAKER_00: Which book is on your nightstand right now?
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  SPEAKER_00: Outlive.
• 1:30
  SPEAKER_00: The Science and Art of Longevity by Dr.
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  SPEAKER_00: Peter Adia.
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  SPEAKER_00: It's a fascinating read on optimizing health and quality of life, blending science with practical advice.
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  SPEAKER_00: How and when did you first get into the investment migration industry?
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  SPEAKER_00: Almost seven months ago, when I joined 3, Capital.
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  SPEAKER_00: My role involves helping launch the firm's first Golden Visa Eligible Investment Fund.
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  SPEAKER_00: Contributing to this innovative space and witnessing its impact firsthand has been an exciting challenge.
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  SPEAKER_00: What was your proudest moment as a service provider?
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  SPEAKER_00: Helping 3, Capital successfully launch the Portugal Golden Income Fund, a CMVM-regulated investment vehicle designed for Golden Visa investors.
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  SPEAKER_00: Seeing the trust and confidence of our investors validates our team's hard work and dedication.
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  SPEAKER_00: Which investment migration market development has surprised you the most in the last year?
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  SPEAKER_00: The surge in interest from the U.S.
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  SPEAKER_00: market.
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  SPEAKER_00: It's fascinating to see how U.S.
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  SPEAKER_00: investors increasingly seek European residency options to diversify and secure their future.
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  SPEAKER_00: If you could go 10 years back in time, what business decision would you change?
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  SPEAKER_00: I would have pursued the investment fund industry earlier.
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  SPEAKER_00: It's a dynamic and intellectually stimulating field, offering more strategic opportunities compared to real estate.
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  SPEAKER_00: What investment migration industry personality do you most admire?
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  SPEAKER_00: Dr.
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  SPEAKER_00: Christian H.
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  SPEAKER_00: Kalen stands out for his pioneering contributions to the industry.
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  SPEAKER_00: His strategic vision around high net worth individuals, global citizenship, borderless assets, crypto assets, and his ability to shape the narrative around investment migration have been inspiring.
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  SPEAKER_00: If all goes according to plan, what will you be doing five years from now?
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  SPEAKER_00: Five years from now, I see myself thriving in my current roles.
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  SPEAKER_00: Sales, business development, investor relations, and client relationship management.
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  SPEAKER_00: But with a broader scope and more impactful projects under my belt.
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  SPEAKER_00: On a personal note, I hope to have started building my dream house from scratch.
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  SPEAKER_00: This episode first appeared as an article by Ahmad Abbas on IMIDaily.com.
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