Dário Luís

Founded and fully built Caravela from the ground up: a premium, senior-led AI & Automation consultancy based in Wallonia. Developed the complete brand and go-to-market strategy focused on practical, on-premise solutions for Belgian SMEs and Consulting Companies.

Led a division of 200+ engineers and managers across Automotive, Railway, Energy, and Chemical sectors, overseeing a €20M+ portfolio focused on operations optimization and competitiveness. Directed end-to-end delivery of industrial transformation programs, ensuring on-time, on-budget, and on-quality outcomes through robust governance, risk management, and cross-functional coordination with technical, supply chain, and CxO-level stakeholders. Championed business development by expanding accounts and generating value through strategic partnerships, while driving innovation via AI-enabled digital solutions and asset development for process efficiency.

Key achievements:

Led a major operations transformation program in Transportation, restructuring for enhanced competitiveness, unlocking new growth opportunities and efficiency gains. Maintained sustainable operations during economic downturns by applying program governance and risk frameworks. Developed strategic playbooks and innovative assets that improved cross-functional delivery, accelerated project execution, and supported new business models. Rolled out AI-enabled digital transformation solutions for process optimization and knowledge management. Managed people development as a Talent Leader, coaching Business Managers and contributing to ALTEN's European-wide training program. Supported international program delivery through cross-border coordination in Spain, Romania, and Morocco.

Managed a team of 7 Business Managers and 110 consultants across Automotive, Logistics, and Retail sectors. Focused on portfolio delivery, stakeholder alignment at senior levels, and continuous improvement to enhance scalability and operational excellence. Emphasized people management by supporting career growth and mobilizing teams for results-oriented outcomes.

Key achievements:

Drove business development with 50% growth in one year through strategic realignment and account expansion. Implemented standardized processes that enhanced delivery traceability, supplier collaboration, and competitiveness. Led continuous improvement initiatives aligned with Lean principles, including digital transformation projects to optimize operations.