Elder Borges da Silva
Boston, MA | elderbs@gmail.com
Professional Summary
Experienced executive and entrepreneur with nearly two decades of leadership in business administration, education management, and financial operations. Partner and co-founder in multiple educational institutions in Brazil, serving over 2,000 in-person and 146,000 online students. Expert in strategic planning, process automation, and innovation, combining analytical and creative thinking to optimize results. Currently based in Boston and pursuing graduate study in Business Analytics.
Education
- Suffolk University, Sawyer Business School - Master of Science in Business Analytics, in progress
- Anhembi Morumbi University - B.S. in Civil Engineering, in progress
- Unopar University - MBA in Project Management, Ribeirao Preto, Brazil, 2014
- Fundace / University of Sao Paulo - MBA in Information Technology Management, Ribeirao Preto, Brazil, 2012
- Fatece College - B.S. in Business Administration, Pirassununga, Brazil, 2009
Professional Experience
CIEBE - Centro Integrado de Educacao Brasil-Europa
Administrative and Financial Director / Partner | Nov 2006 - Dec 2022
- Managed financial planning, budgeting, and cash flow to support operational efficiency.
- Developed administrative procedures to improve workflow and reduce waste.
- Collaborated with teams to automate internal processes and deliver analytical dashboards.
Colegio Copernico
Co-Founder / Administrative and Financial Director / Partner | Apr 2008 - Dec 2022
- Oversaw financial, administrative, and operational areas, ensuring cost control and institutional growth.
- Implemented digital management systems to increase efficiency and coordination among departments.
Faculdade Metropolitana (FAMEESP)
Co-Founder / Administrative and Financial Director / Partner | Mar 2011 - Dec 2022
- Co-founded and managed the financial and administrative structure of the institution.
- Directed digital transformation and financial planning to strengthen institutional performance.
- Oversaw departments to align strategic, operational, and academic goals.
FAMEF - Faculdade Metropolitana de Franca
Co-Founder / Administrative and Financial Director / Partner | Dec 2018 - Dec 2022
- Managed financial, administrative, and operational areas of a new college.
- Designed and supervised construction of the new campus, including classrooms, laboratories, administrative offices, and student facilities.
Escola Metropolitana
Co-Founder / Administrative and Financial Director / Partner | Mar 2015 - Jul 2024
- Managed financial and administrative operations in a K-12 institution with innovative academic programs.
- Developed automated systems and dashboards to monitor performance and support executive decisions.
- Enhanced productivity and communication through digital process improvements.
Fatece - Faculdade de Tecnologia, Ciencias e Educacao
Administrative and Financial Director / Partner | Mar 2006 - Dec 2022
- Progressed from Academic Secretary to Director and later Partner.
- Modernized financial and academic processes with digital tools and automation systems.
- Created dashboards for real-time data and improved executive oversight.
Infinity Language School - Park Idiomas Franchise
Co-Founder / Administrative and Financial Director / Partner | Oct 2019 - Jul 2024
- Founded and managed a language school under the Park Idiomas franchise system.
- Directed financial, operational, and marketing strategies focused on growth and student satisfaction.
Fazenda Estancia Aguas Virtuosas
Administrative and Financial Director / Partner | Nov 2020 - Jul 2024
- Managed budgeting, financial operations, and investments in an agribusiness focused on sustainability.
- Directed technological and strategic initiatives to enhance productivity and business outcomes.
Fonte Jardim Comercio de Agua Mineral Ltda
Administrative and Financial Director / Partner | Nov 2020 - Jul 2024
- Created the company from concept, licensing, and infrastructure setup to full commercial operation.
- Oversaw financial management and strategic planning.
- Implemented operational automation to optimize cost control and distribution efficiency.
Venezia Cafe
Co-Founder / Administrative and Financial Director / Partner | Oct 2019 - Jan 2023
- Created and managed a specialty coffee business from concept to operation.
- Supervised marketing, operations, and quality processes to deliver consistent customer experiences.
Professional Development & Certifications
- Intensive English Program - NESE, Cambridge, MA, Dec 2025
- Public Speaking and Verbal Expression - Oficina Literaria Puntel, 2023
- Executive Program - SingularityU Brazil, 2022
Skills
- Financial and administrative management
- Strategic planning and project management
- Digital transformation and business innovation
- Team leadership and process optimization
- Resilience and data-informed decision-making
- Continuous learning and technology adoption
- Visionary thinking and collaborative innovation