Services & Products

Research & Development
Chemical research related to CO2 capture and transformation into valuable products and green energy.
Startup CO2 Diamonds.

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June 3, 2025 @ Unicorn Week 2025, Lisboa

Consulting
With a background in Chemistry and global experience in the startup world, I specialize in identifying opportunities where others see obstacles. My work connects science, sustainability, and business acumen to create real value.
KEY SERVICES
1. SPEAKING & EVENTS
Keynote Speaker (45-60 min): €3,000 - €5,000
Inspiring talks that connect science, sustainability, and future vision, transforming complex concepts into actionable insights for your audience.
Workshop (half-day): €4,000
Practical and interactive sessions where participants learn to identify opportunities for innovation and sustainability in their specific context.
Panel/Roundtable: €1,500 - €2,500
Expert contributions to debates, bringing a unique perspective that combines technical-scientific knowledge with business acumen and field experience.
Trade Show/Booth Presentation: €2,000/day
Professional presence that elevates the profile of your event or booth, attracting qualified visitors through demonstrations and unique insights.
2. INVESTOR CONSULTING
Project Curation: €5,000/month + Success Fee
Identification and pre-selection of startups and projects aligned with your investment thesis, saving time and increasing the quality of deal flow.
Technical Investment Validation: €10,000/project
Scientific and technological feasibility analysis that goes beyond the numbers, revealing whether the innovation is real or just marketing hype.
Sustainability Due Diligence: €8,000 - €15,000
In-depth assessment of the actual environmental impact and potential of greenwashing, protecting reputation and ensuring compliance with ESG criteria.
Fund Advisory: €7,500/month + Success Fee
Ongoing consulting for impact and venture capital funds, from trend analysis to participation in investment committees.
3. BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
International Partnership Strategy: €8,000
Designing global strategic alliances, identifying ideal partners and creating mutual value propositions that accelerate growth.
Identifying Sales Channels: €5,000
Mapping non-obvious routes to market and connecting with distributors or key customers that others cannot reach.
Joint Venture Facilitation: €10,000 + Success Fee
Complete orchestration of business partnerships, from initial matchmaking to deal structuring, maximizing value for both parties.
Market Entry Strategy: €12,000
Detailed plan for entering new markets, combining technical, cultural, and regulatory analysis with strategic local connections.
ADDITIONAL SERVICES (Upon request)
Technical-Strategic Assessments
Founded documents that combine chemical analysis, technical feasibility, and strategic vision, transforming complex problems into clear opportunities.
Market Opportunity Analysis
Identification of untapped niches and emerging trends, revealing potential where others see only challenges.
Customized Executive Training
Programs tailored to leadership teams, focused on sustainable innovation and disruptive strategic thinking.
Advisory Board Participation
Regular contributions as an independent advisor, bringing valuable external perspective and a global network.
Conference Moderation
Professional event management that ensures productive discussions, relevant insights, and real value for all participants.
All services include a unique approach that combines scientific rigor, business acumen, and a commitment to true sustainability.
CONDITIONS
Payment: 50% upfront, 50% upon completion
NGOs and Education: Special conditions
Success fees: Negotiable on a case-by-case basis
REQUESTS: mara@marasantos.pt
I transform complexity into clarity and problems into opportunities.

Tutoring
Tutoring services in STEM matters
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths).
In Portuguese / In English
Online (Worldwide)
Presential (Alcanena, Portugal)
More info: +351965623450
mara@marasantos.pt

Trips & Events
TRIPS:
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I intend to show you the beauty of this world while I share my knowledge related to environmental issues, science curiosities, history, art and a lot of discoveries on the way.
NEXT TRIP(S):
On demand
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BEST Tours:
Take a look to previous best tours, if you're interested in any of these destinies or if you have a specific destiny in mind please contact via email:
mara@marasantos.pt

Arts & Shows
I am part of 2 musical projects with several public performances in Portugal and around the world:
UPCOMING SHOWS:
- Charales Chorus Minde
September 7, 2025 (Minde)
- ROCKIN'1000
July 26-27, 2025 (10th Anniversary, Stadium-Dino Manuzzi, Cesena, Italy)
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Mara Rute Feliciano Santos is a Portuguese sole proprietor, certified SME.
Research & Development, Consultant and Tutoring services.
Founder & CEO of CO2 Diamonds startup.
Carbon Economy, Renewable Energy and Lab Grown Diamonds Industry.
Music and Musical Theatre.
Scientific and Literary publications.
Events organization.