We build bridges

between institutions

About us

Open Border Consulting is a company based in Almada, Portugal, specialising in the management, coordination, and support of international mobility projects.

We act as a strategic partner for schools, training centres and European organisations, promoting high-quality educational and professional experiences through transnational mobility programmes. With a solid network of partners and in-depth knowledge of European programmes, we ensure efficient management of all project phases, from initial planning to completion

Our mission is to simplify international mobility by providing close support, tailored solutions, and comprehensive assistance throughout the entire process. We take care of the administrative, logistical, and operational aspects so that institutions and participants can focus on what truly matters: learning, growing, and living transformative experiences without borders

OUR TEAM

Dedicated professionals committed to excellence in international mobility

A multidisciplinary team combining strategic experience, operational knowledge and local presence to ensure the success of every mobility project.

Denise De Almeida Peres

Co-Founder

Over 20 years of experience in internationalization and institutional cooperation. For 15 years, she led two Italian Chambers of Commerce Abroad (Rio de Janeiro and Portugal),

fabbio

Fabio Tedeschi

Co-Founder

Specialist in strategic planning and corporate governance. Dedicated to organisational development and process optimisation, ensuring operational efficiency and structured growth.

Maria Teresa Cunto

Maria Teresa Cunto

Mobility Manager

Graduated in Linguistic and Cultural Mediation, with solid experience in managing international mobility projects. 

Davide De Rosa

Davide De Rosa

Mobility Coordinator

Graduated in European and American Languages and Literatures, specialised in Portuguese and Spanish, with a strong focus on intercultural communication.

Eloísa Moriel Valença

Eloísa Moriel Valença

Mobility Coordinator

Italian-Brazilian bilingual professional with a background in linguistics and economics, combining intercultural and organizational skills in the management of international projects. 

Erika Maiello

Erika Maiello

Mobility Assistant

Master’s in Intercultural Communication. Support for Erasmus+ projects, coordination with partners, and student support.

Katia Dyblenko — Mobility Assistant

Katia Dyblenko

Mobility Assistant

Graduated in Languages, Literatures, and Cultures of Europe and the Americas, with experience in supporting international mobility

Denise De Almeida Peres

Co-Founder

Over 20 years of experience in internationalization and institutional cooperation. For 15 years, she led two Italian Chambers of Commerce Abroad (Rio de Janeiro and Portugal),

fabbio

Fabio Tedeschi

Co-Founder

Specialist in strategic planning and corporate governance. Dedicated to organisational development and process optimisation, ensuring operational efficiency and structured growth.

Maria Teresa Cunto

Maria Teresa Cunto

Mobility Manager

Graduated in Linguistic and Cultural Mediation, with solid experience in managing international mobility projects. 

Davide De Rosa

Davide De Rosa

Mobility Coordinator

Graduated in European and American Languages and Literatures, specialised in Portuguese and Spanish, with a strong focus on intercultural communication.

Eloísa Moriel Valença

Eloísa Moriel Valença

Mobility Coordinator

Italian-Brazilian bilingual professional with a background in linguistics and economics, combining intercultural and organizational skills in the management of international projects. 

Erika Maiello

Erika Maiello

Mobility Assistant

Master’s in Intercultural Communication. Support for Erasmus+ projects, coordination with partners, and student support.

Katia Dyblenko — Mobility Assistant

Katia Dyblenko

Mobility Assistant

Graduated in Languages, Literatures, and Cultures of Europe and the Americas, with experience in supporting international mobility

Excellence

We are committed to ensuring high quality standards at every stage of the project, guaranteeing well-structured, safe mobility experiences aligned with each institution's learning objectives.

Close support

We believe that close support makes all the difference. We maintain an active local presence in Portugal, offering fast, personalised and continuous assistance to participants, teachers and coordinators.

Innovation

We constantly seek new approaches, methodologies and solutions that enhance the educational, professional and intercultural impact of international mobility experiences.

Collaboration

We build trusted relationships with schools, training centres, companies and partner organisations, fostering strong and long-lasting cooperation that creates value for all stakeholders involved.