The Escala Business Club (EBC), active in Luxembourg since 2022, is entering a new phase of its development with a major change in governance. Michel Bastos succeeds José Campinho as the head of the club, surrounded by a strategic team composed of Sandrina Oliveira (Public Relations), Celso Almeida (Vice-President) and Carlos Marques (Chief Financial Officer).
A club rooted in Luxembourg, radiating across the Greater Region and oriented towards Portugal
Founded by Lusophone entrepreneurs, Escala Business Club aims to serve as a bridge between Luxembourg, the Greater Region (including Belgium, France, Germany) and Portugal. It seeks to create synergies between the economic actors of these territories, enhancing the Portuguese business network in the Grand Duchy and in the neighbouring regions.
The club's activities are based on organising networking events, connecting entrepreneurs, supporting business creation and developing cross-border projects. Luxembourg, with its prominent Portuguese community and international business environment, provides an ideal ground for strengthening these connections, just like the Greater Region, a space for strategic economic exchanges.
A new leadership for a new ambition
The handover to Michel Bastos embodies the desire to further structure the club and amplify its impact. Surrounded by a team with complementary skills, he aims to develop more ambitious projects, particularly in the fields of entrepreneurship, finance and bilateral relations.
Sandrina Oliveira will ensure the development of public relations to increase the club's visibility. Celso Almeida will lead partnerships and internal strategy, while Carlos Marques will oversee financial management and budget transparency.
Objective: to strengthen the Luxembourg - Greater Region - Portugal axis
The EBC intends to play an increased role in economic relations between Luxembourg, the Greater Region, and Portugal. It aims to promote cross-investments, facilitate the establishment of Portuguese companies in these territories, and provide a support framework for Portuguese-speaking entrepreneurs wishing to internationalise.
Furthermore, the club aims to intensify cooperation with local institutions, chambers of commerce, and regional economic actors, acting as a facilitator of dialogue between these countries and regions. A strategy that could strengthen Portuguese-speaking economic influence in the region while stimulating activity and cooperation on a transnational scale.
Conclusion
The change in leadership within the Escala Business Club is not merely symbolic. It marks a clear intention to become a key player in economic relations between Luxembourg, the Greater Region, and Portugal. With a renewed team and a clarified strategy, the club aims to be a true catalyst for projects, cooperation, and growth for its members and beyond.