Angélica Fortes

Angélica Fortes is a notable figure in Cape Verdean entrepreneurship, currently serving as the executive director of FIC (Fomento de Indústrias de Cabo Verde). She has been instrumental in organizing the Feira de Oportunidades, an event aimed at promoting small businesses and micro-enterprises across the islands of São Vicente, Santo Antão, São Nicolau, and Santiago. The event, which showcases around 60 companies, provides a platform for entrepreneurs to gain visibility and connect with potential customers. Fortes emphasizes the importance of such initiatives for fostering economic growth and inspiring local business owners to pursue their dreams.