Your Brazilian Connection
What we do
Successfully operating in Brazil requires more than market knowledge alone. It requires local insight, trusted relationships, practical experience, and the ability to navigate a business environment that often differs from other markets.
At Ipanema International, we help companies, investors, and entrepreneurs identify opportunities, establish operations, build partnerships, and grow their presence in Brazil. By combining local expertise with an international perspective, we help our clients navigate complexity and turn opportunities into practical results.
Whether supporting market entry, business development, investment projects, public tenders, or relocation, our objective remains the same: helping clients move forward in one of the world’s most dynamic emerging markets.
Who we are
Lennart Thomas
Business Development
Based in Amsterdam, Lennart combines a background in business administration with extensive experience in international business development and market expansion.
Over the years, he has developed a specialization in Brazil, building an extensive network across public and private sectors. His work focuses on helping international companies identify opportunities, establish strategic partnerships, and enter the Brazilian market.
Languages: Dutch, English, Portuguese, Spanish
Dra. Liny Coe Monteiro
Corporate Law
Liny is a Brazilian attorney with extensive experience in civil, consumer, and banking law, advising individuals and businesses on legal topics, consumer protection, and regulatory matters in Brazil.
Her expertise includes corporate structures, legal advisory, contract negotiations, litigation and compliance with the Brazilian General Data Protection Law (LGPD). Combining legal knowledge with a strategic business approach, she provides clients with practical and effective solutions while building strong client relationships.
Languages: Portuguese, English
Why Choose us
Local Knowledge
We understand Brazil’s business environment, regional differences, regulatory landscape, and cultural dynamics, helping clients make better-informed decisions.
International Perspective
With roots in both Europe and Brazil, we understand the challenges international companies face when entering unfamiliar markets and can translate growth ambitions into practical business solutions.
Strong Network
Through our network of legal professionals, accountants, consultants, logistics providers, and institutional partners, we connect clients with the expertise required to operate successfully.
Personal Touch
We work closely with our clients throughout the process, providing direct communication, practical guidance, and tailored support rather than standardized solutions.