Ricardo Akira is the IBC (International Business Center) Director in Brazil, being the focal point for developing global relationships and business for Grant Thornton International. Ricardo has more than 21 years of professional experience in auditing, accounting and finance areas. From 2006 to 2009, was transferred to the United States of America, obtaining specialization in USGAAP (United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), providing public accounting services for public and private companies. Also participated in an International Audit Exchange Program in Australia (Melbourne), obtaining specialization in IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards), providing public accounting services for public and private companies.