Heber graduated in Veterinary Medicine from the University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro (UTAD) in Portugal in 2003.  In 2011 he received the PhD degree (Summa Cum Laude) in Animal Medicine and Surgery.

In 2006, Heber founded Improve Ibérica in Portugal, the sister company of Improve International based in the UK. His vision was to expand the business worldwide and make Improve International the leading provider of veterinary postgraduate education globally. In 2020, he became the CEO of Improve International responsible for leading the senior management team and setting the goals, strategy, and direction of the business.