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Raphael Samia

Sharpshooter · DISC type CD
Head of Information Technology at Grupo EPR
📍 São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil

Raphael is a PMP and MBA-certified Program Delivery Manager, currently the Head of IT at Grupo EPR. Drawing on seven years at McKinsey & Company, he has deep expertise in steering large-scale global technology transformations, agile delivery, and strategic planning, having successfully directed over 70 solution implementations across diverse industries like mining and aerospace.

He is passionate about continuous growth, recently completing Dale Carnegie training which he found transformative for his personal and professional life. His colleagues describe him as intelligent, collaborative, and supportive. Raphael explores forward-thinking topics, such as AIs impact on future economic models and the cultural pillars of digital transformation.

He has led consulting engagements for a wide range of global industries, including mining, metallurgy, aircraft, and oil and gas.

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Experience
19 Years
Current Role
Head of Information Technology
Location
São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
Personality Overview

How Raphael shows up

Rigorous & Demanding
Precise But Practical
Thorough Evaluator

They are not always relationship oriented. They take a lot of pride in personal achievements. More than the product, they care about the impact of the product.

Priorities

Topics Raphael cares about

Digital Transformation
He has recently obtained multiple certifications focused on the technologies and cultural pillars of digital transformation, indicating a strong current interest.
Global Program Delivery
Steered multicultural and multifunctional teams through complex global transformations across numerous industries during his seven years at McKinsey & Company.
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Career

Work history

6-2024 - 3-2025
Head of Information Technology
Grupo EPR
9-2016 - 1-2024
Program/Project Delivery Manager IT (Transformation Specialist)
McKinsey & Company
10-2015 - 2-2016
Project Manager (HR Cloud)
HQS Plus
7-2008 - 12-2014
Sr Project Manager
EMC
11-2005 - 8-2006
IT Consultant
Nimbi S/A
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Media appearances

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Education
2015 - 2016
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
FIAP
2001 - 2002
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.)
Instituto Superior Técnico
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

C

Calculativeness (C)

Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.

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