Took his MSc in Computer Science Engineering at Universidade Nova de Lisboa, where he was also Assistant Professor. Was awarded with scholarships for research and lecturing. Worked as software engineer and product manager @ OutSystems. Moved to Google, split his time between Dublin and Mountain View to work as online community specialist in 17 different languages. Was presented with a Google Golden Award due to his efficiency and productivity and was promoted to product manager. Since 2012 has been working on solutions to help the integration process of migrants and refugees. In 2014 launched SPEAK that connects migrants, refugees and locals, living in the same city. Hugo is also Assistant Professor and Head of Low Code Lab of Nova SBE (MSc and ExecEdu). Hugo is a Global Shaper @ World Economic Forum, was recognized by INSEAD has one of top 3 young social entrepreneurs with more potential in Portugal and by UNAOC as one of top 20 in the Euro-Med region. He was nominated Ashoka Fellow in 2019.