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André Mendes

Senior Associate
André is a Senior Associate at Kekst CNC in Brussels.

He has supported clients with high-profile public affairs mandates across multiple industries.

He has supported clients with high-profile public affairs mandates across multiple industries.

“The ability of Kekst CNC to work on a client’s mandate through a cross-market approach makes it a dynamic company that not only avoids cultural biases, but also helps develop an international work culture that benefits both its clients and the firm itself.”


Prior to joining Kekst CNC, André worked for the Permanent Representation of Portugal to the European Union, where he focused on Public Health and Pharmaceutical Policies. Additionally, he gained experience at the Portuguese Parliament and at a regional representation to the European Union in Brussels.

André holds a B.Sc. in Political Science from ISCTE - University Institute of Lisbon; a Postgraduate Degree in Strategic Studies from the University of Lisbon; and an M.A. in EU International Relations and Diplomatic Studies from College of Europe in Bruges, Belgium.

Besides his native Portuguese, he speaks and writes English fluently, with basic knowledge of French and Spanish.


Insights

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On the Road to COP28: The EU and UK’s Balancing Act

With governments in the UK and across Europe struggling to balance environmental goals with economic realities, how can businesses approach COP28?

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Focus in the Face of Crisis

As Europe continues to wrestle with ongoing crises, what lays ahead for the Green Deal and the EU’s circularity agenda?

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Looking ahead to the Czech Presidency of the Council of the EU

This report from Kekst CNC’s Brussels team presents and analyses the priorities of the Czech Presidency of EU Council, focusing on the areas of energy and sustainability, industrial strategy and competitiveness, and Technology, Media and Telecommunications.

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