Brian Paes-Braga

Enthusiast
DISC Type : i

Founder, Co-Chief Executive Officer and Chairman at Low Carbon Royalties

United Arab Emirates

Overview

Brian Paes-Braga is the Managing Partner at SAF Group, specializing in merchant banking and structured credit for high-growth companies. He has deep expertise in capital raising and strategic planning, notably founding Lithium X Energy and growing it to a $265 million acquisition. He completed the Owner/President Management Program at Harvard Business School and holds a Chartered Investment Management designation.

Outside of work, Brian is a dedicated philanthropist, having co-founded the Quiet Cove Foundation, which supports social entrepreneurs and communities impacted by natural disasters. He is also a best-selling author, with proceeds from his book supporting mental, emotional, and physical well-being initiatives.

Interesting fact: Brian purchased his first investment property at the age of 14 and began trading stocks at 17.

Personality Overview

Story Driven

Amiable & Agreeable

Consensus Focused

Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials.  They prefer to build relationships rather than staying totally transactional. They are generally friendly, so be careful when relying on their word.

Topics They Care About

Merchant Banking
As Managing Partner at SAF group, his primary role involves building, investing in, and advising high-growth companies across diverse sectors like mining, energy, and technology.
Critical Minerals
He has a significant track record in the sector, having founded Lithium X and served as a director for The Metals Company, focusing on minerals for the clean energy transition.
Philanthropic Initiatives
Through his Quiet Cove Foundation, he supports various causes, including disaster relief and organizations like Backpack Buddies, demonstrating a passion for giving back.

Media Appearances

Brian has no verified media appearances

Work History

3-2023
Founder, Co-Chief Executive Officer and Chairman at Low Carbon Royalties
Managing Partner at SAF Group
2-2024
Executive Chairman at NG Energy International Corp.
Founder & Board Member at Quiet Cove Foundation
10-2017 - 8-2021
Board Of Directors at DeepGreen Metals Inc.

Education

Brian has no verified education history

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Insights For Selling To Brian

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Give them the opportunity to lead the conversation where possible
  • Speak from experience about success that the product has seen with other customers
  • Ask them how their day is going or exchange some other pleasantries

DONT's

  • Don’t push them for a direct ‘no’, take lack of ‘yes’ as ‘no’ after some time
  • Don’t ask too many questions in one go, weave them into the flow
  • Don’t be excessively objective, be like a storyteller with them

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Brian is

  • Relationship and rapport are valuable for them, but so is proven product value.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Brian

  • They will hardly ever say a direct no.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Brian move?

  • Even when they are constantly engaged, they do not reach decisions quickly.
  • Can Brian take some risk or not?

  • They can take some low-probability risks if needed.

You And Brian

Personality Compatibility


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