With over 15 years of experience in product and design leadership, I am passionate about driving innovation, fostering team growth, and delivering impactful solutions across diverse industries. As Head of Design and Product Practice at Andela, I lead our design and product vertical strategies, shaping a culture of creativity, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. I’m committed to enhancing Andela’s talent network, ensuring we consistently match exceptional design and product professionals with leading companies worldwide. Throughout my career, I have built a strong track record of placing top-tier talent with renowned organizations such as GitHub, Mars Petcare, Goldman Sachs, Ship, The Weather Company, IBM, and StubHub, among others. I thrive on the journey from product ideation to execution, bringing ideas to life that align with user needs and market trends. Additionally, I’m passionate about building strategic partnerships that amplify product impact and create long-term value. Core Strengths: - Product Ideation & Design Strategy: Leading design philosophies that bridge creative vision with strategic goals, improving user engagement and aligning product development with business needs. - Talent Development & Placement: Proven success in cultivating and placing talented individuals, driving project success for global leaders in tech and beyond. - Innovation, Agility & Partnership Building: Champion of Agile methodologies and design thinking, with a commitment to adaptability, scalability, and building impactful partnerships that support growth. - Global & Multicultural Experience: Fluent in Portuguese, English, and Spanish, enabling me to navigate complex, multicultural landscapes and foster inclusive team environments. I am driven by the power of collaboration and the transformative potential of great ideas. Let’s connect to explore how we can bring meaningful, design-driven solutions to life and build partnerships that make a lasting impact.