LAWRENCE KOO CHUNG
CEO
Lawrence Chung Koo is a mechanical engineer and senior executive with more than five decades of experience spanning technology, governance, communication sciences, artificial intelligence and organisational transformation. His academic background includes advanced studies in Communication & Semiotics, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering and Corporate Governance, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach to complex institutional systems.
Over a 36-year career at IBM, Lawrence held both technical and executive leadership roles, developing expertise at the intersection of engineering, strategy and innovation management. His professional trajectory also includes advisory roles with international institutions such as the World Bank, leadership positions within academic governance structures, and active participation on corporate and advisory boards.
Throughout his career, he has combined executive management with academic leadership, serving in senior university administration roles including Pro-Rector positions and strategic advisory functions. His work extends into research on emerging technologies, Society 5.0 frameworks, public policy and AI-driven transformation, alongside mentoring roles within startup ecosystems and innovation networks.
As CEO of Holosystems, Lawrence leads organisational strategy, institutional governance and global positioning. His mandate focuses on aligning advanced scientific research with sustainable corporate execution, ensuring that Holosystems operates at the intersection of technological rigor, ethical innovation and long-term institutional resilience.
MARCOS EDUARDO ELIAS
Founder, Architect & Senior Research Fellow (non Executive position)
Marcos Eduardo Elias is a Brazilian mathematician, theoretical computer scientist and entrepreneur with over three decades of experience across academia and the financial sector. Holding two PhDs in Mathematics and one in Computer Science, his work reflects a sustained commitment to foundational research in computation, mathematical structures and complex systems.
Throughout his career, Marcos has bridged rigorous theoretical inquiry with applied strategic innovation. In the financial sector, he co-founded Empiricus Research and contributed to the development of quantitative investment strategies and advanced risk methodologies. His trajectory combines formal mathematical reasoning with practical decision-making frameworks.
As Founder and Architect of Holosystems, Marcos provides the conceptual and scientific foundations that guide the company’s long-term research direction. His work focuses on advanced computational architectures, including the integration of probabilistic reasoning, fuzzy logic and quantum-era methodologies designed to operate within the constraints of Noisy Intermediate-Scale Quantum (NISQ) systems.
In his non-executive role as Senior Research Fellow, Marcos contributes to the strategic scientific vision of the organisation while supporting the development of robust theoretical frameworks that underpin Holosystems’ technological evolution.
TIAGO AMARO
COO
Tiago Amaro de Souza is a Brazilian executive with over 20 years of experience in the mining sector, combining deep legal expertise with strategic operational leadership. With a background in Mining Law and technical training in mining and engineering, his work integrates regulatory, environmental and corporate dimensions of mineral operations.
He is the founder and senior partner of a law firm specialised in mining, where he has advised companies, investors and stakeholders on complex matters involving mineral rights, environmental licensing, regulatory compliance and corporate structuring. His experience includes leading legal strategies, managing high-stakes litigation and structuring mining projects from a regulatory and operational perspective.
Throughout his career, Tiago has maintained direct engagement with key regulatory bodies, including the National Mining Agency and the Ministry of Mines and Energy, developing a strong understanding of institutional processes and sector-specific governance.
At Holosystems, as Chief Operating Officer, he is responsible for operational execution, regulatory alignment and the integration of technological solutions within real-world mining environments. His role focuses on ensuring that advanced computational capabilities are effectively translated into scalable, compliant and operationally viable applications in the mineral sector.
JULIA MARYAM
CFO & Director of Institutional Relations and Investors
Julia Maryam holds a background in Law with extensive experience in corporate structuring, governance, regulatory compliance and business administration. Her professional trajectory spans corporate legal practice, entrepreneurial ventures and multinational environments, providing a strong foundation in institutional architecture and financial strategy.
She has participated in company formation processes, shareholder agreements and M&A transactions, including involvement in high-profile corporate operations. Her experience includes governance frameworks, compliance implementation, complex contractual negotiations and operational financial oversight — encompassing cash flow management and strategic planning across both corporate and family-owned businesses.
As a British and Brazilian national with professional experience in the United Kingdom and Brazil, Julia brings an international perspective to corporate structuring and institutional development. Her work integrates comparative regulatory knowledge and cross-border business organisation, contributing to resilient and globally aligned governance models.
At Holosystems, she leads financial architecture and institutional relations, aligning governance structures, investor engagement and long-term capital positioning with the company’s technological ambitions. Her focus is on building transparent, scalable and internationally credible institutional frameworks capable of supporting advanced research initiatives and sustainable global expansion.
MARCO OLIVEIRA
CTO
Marco Oliveira is a senior executive with extensive experience in technology operations, infrastructure management and financial governance. Holding an MBA in Strategic and Economic Business Management from FGV, he has built a multidisciplinary career across major multinational corporations including IBM, Nokia, Huawei, NEC, EDP and FiberHome.
Throughout his professional trajectory, Marco has led complex infrastructure and operational projects, combining technical execution with strong financial oversight. His expertise includes P&L management, cash flow optimisation, operational efficiency and the implementation of governance structures that support scalable growth. His leadership has contributed to sustained profitability and the successful establishment of regional operations with strong margin performance.
At Holosystems, Marco oversees technology architecture, infrastructure strategy and operational scalability. His role focuses on aligning technical development with disciplined resource management, ensuring that advanced computational research is supported by robust, efficient and financially sustainable execution frameworks.
JOSÉ ANTÔNIO COMEGNO FILHO
Head of Agricultural Applications
José Antônio Comegno Filho is an Agricultural Engineer graduated from FFALM/UENP, with an MBA from Fundação Getulio Vargas (FGV). His professional background combines technical agricultural expertise with strategic business management, enabling a multidisciplinary approach to applied innovation in the agribusiness sector.
Throughout his career, he has focused on bridging engineering principles with operational efficiency and sustainable resource management. His experience integrates field-level technical understanding with strategic planning frameworks, supporting scalable and data-driven decision-making in agricultural environments.
At Holosystems, José Antônio leads agricultural applications, translating advanced computational and decision-support methodologies into practical solutions for agribusiness contexts. His work focuses on aligning technological innovation with productivity, sustainability and long-term operational resilience in the agricultural sector.