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It is true that practically all sectors of the economy were affected by the pandemic. But it is also true that the pharmaceutical sector was one of the most impacted. And Cimed was no different. This was one of the most dramatic chapters for the company, which was founded in 1977 by João de Castro Marques. At the time, it was just another company in Brazil's highly fragmented industry. Now, the company ranks third among the largest manufacturers in the sector, following a strategy of portfolio diversification that ranges from supplements and vitamins to intimate perfume. The company's plan is to reach a revenue of R$3 billion in 2023 and R$5 billion by 2025, and the ones putting this plan into practice are siblings João Adibe and Karla Marques Felmanas, who share leadership of the company. And one of them, Karla, is the guest on today's episode of the From Zero to the Top podcast. 00:01:48 Growing up in the pharmaceutical industry 00:05:21 Leading with his brother 00:10:02 Passing the baton to the next generation 00:13:23 Current situation of the company: a new factory and current challenges 00:14:21 Plans for the present 00:17:01 Plan for the future: is there an IPO for Cimed coming? 00:18:35 Pharmaceutical sector in Brazil 00:19:16 Most emblematic moments in Cimed's history 00:24:50 Skills that Karla developed over time 00:28:10 Life as an influencer 00:33:18 Sports sponsorship 00:34:12 Advice I would give to those who are starting out 00:36:16 Book recommendation “The Rule is No Rules: Netflix and the Culture of Reinvention” - Reed Hastings, Erin Meyer. Subscribe to our NEWSLETTER: https://www.infomoney.com.br/newslett... Subscribe to our YOUTUBE: / dozeroaotopo Follow us on INSTAGRAM: / dozeroaotopo_oficial Our TWITTER: / dozeroaotopo_ ABOUT FROM ZERO TO TOP: The podcast tells the story of the entrepreneurs and businessmen behind the largest companies in the country. In each episode we interview a founder, in a frank conversation about how they started the business, the challenges faced over the years, the uncertainties and the decisive moments for the company. #FromZeroToTheTop #Cimed #entrepreneurship #business