Neogrid, a technology and data intelligence ecosystem that develops solutions for consumer chain management, announces new CEO and CFO. Nicolás Simone, previously CPTO (Chief Product and Technology Officer) of the company, and Augusto Vilela, who held the position of head of Investor Relations and Treasury, assume the respective roles starting today. The new appointees succeed, in this order, Jean Carlo Klaumann and Aury Ronan Francisco, who will remain with the company until June 30 to ensure a structured and smooth transition.
This move marks the conclusion of an important cycle in Neogrid’s recent journey. Jean Carlo Klaumann and Aury Ronan Francisco led the company during a decisive moment of strategic transition, business integration, and significant investments in innovation. Thanks to their contributions, the company enhanced its proprietary technology development capabilities, strengthened its team, and reorganized to be even more connected with its clients and ready for growth.
“We are beginning a new chapter in our history, and for me, it is a great satisfaction to remain increasingly close to the company, our clients, and the development of our solutions and services. Announcing Nicolás Simone as CEO of Neogrid is another step toward the evolution of our business. By his side, we have Augusto Vilela, who deeply understands our challenges and opportunities. Both assume their new roles with market traction and are prepared to continue the strategy and lead the company with a focus on execution, sustainable growth, and long-term value creation,” says Miguel Abuhab, founder and chairman of Neogrid’s Board of Directors.
“To Jean and Aury, I extend my sincere gratitude for their impeccable dedication and commitment over these years—alongside the entire Neogrid team—which has brought us to a much higher technological and strategic positioning level and a vision for the future much more aligned with our legacy,” emphasizes Abuhab. “Neogrid conducted a new strategic planning with a major consultancy in 2023, directed significant investments in technology in 2024, and in 2025, inaugurated an important phase of execution and efficiency. Now, I feel honored to participate in this entire evolution alongside the new management,” he adds.
Nicolás Simone, new CEO of Neogrid
Nicolás Simone—or Nico, as he is better known—is a senior executive with a solid track record in transformation, innovation, and technological leadership in global and national companies. He has extensive experience in high-level leadership roles in organizations such as McDonald’s, Petrobras, Grupo Boticário, Itaú Unibanco, and AB InBev, focusing on sustainable value creation, operational efficiency, and business results. An engineer with Corporate Governance training from IBGC, he is recognized for building high-performance teams, delivering scalable solutions, and engaging in topics such as artificial intelligence (AI), information security, and high-impact digital experiences for clients.
“I enter this new chapter with enthusiasm and the commitment to continue the work that has already been executed with solidity and purpose by Jean. Over the past few years, Neogrid has built a technological, strategic, and portfolio foundation that gives me confidence to keep advancing with a focus on execution, efficiency, and excellence, keeping the client at the center of decisions and valuing what has been achieved so far,” says Nico.
Augusto Vilela, new CFO of Neogrid
Augusto Vilela holds a degree in Business Administration from the Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG) and a master’s degree in Economics and Finance from EESP-FGV. With 15 years of experience in Finance, M&A, and Investor Relations, the executive has previously worked at Itaú Unibanco, Hotmart, and Semantix. At Neogrid, he led the Investor Relations and Treasury departments.
“It is an honor to take on this new challenge at such a significant moment in our journey. We will proceed responsibly, maintaining financial discipline, a focus on results, and transparency in our relationship with our stakeholders“, concludes Vilela.
