Guadalupe Albuquerque
About Guadalupe Albuquerque
Guadalupe Albuquerque serves as the Chief of Staff at Finless Foods, where she has driven significant operational improvements and strategic initiatives since 2021. With a diverse background in management and communications, she has successfully led teams and managed substantial projects throughout her career.
Current Role at Finless Foods
Guadalupe Albuquerque serves as the Chief of Staff at Finless Foods, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she has achieved significant cost savings of $500,000 within her first year by optimizing resources and implementing effective budgeting practices. She has also managed a $2 million office renovation project, successfully delivering a modern workspace while overseeing the relocation from a 4,000 sq. ft facility to an 11,000 sq. ft space. Her leadership has been instrumental in driving strategic initiatives and fostering a collaborative culture within the organization.
Previous Experience at Finless Foods
Prior to her current role, Guadalupe Albuquerque worked at Finless Foods as the Manager of Operations from 2019 to 2021. During her tenure, she focused on driving strategic alignment with Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) and enhancing information accessibility across the C-Suite and other departments. Her efforts contributed to a culture of accountability and collaboration within the company.
Professional Background in Brazil
Guadalupe Albuquerque has extensive experience in the Brazilian market, having worked in various roles in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul. She served as the Assistant Director at Academia de Filmes from 2009 to 2010 and as the Assistant Director at Zepp. from 2003 to 2009. Additionally, she held positions as a Public Relations Communications Specialist at Mazah Live Marketing in 2010 and as a Planner & Social Media Strategist at Aldeia in 2012. Her early career also included a role as an Ambassador Strategist at Bonaparte from 2013 to 2014.
Educational Background
Guadalupe Albuquerque has a strong educational foundation in marketing and communications. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Advertising from ESPM Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing and a Bachelor's degree in Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia from Unisinos. Additionally, she obtained a Master's degree in Digital Marketing from ESPM. She also studied Photography at Laney College, further diversifying her skill set.
Achievements in Team Expansion and Fundraising
In her role as Chief of Staff, Guadalupe Albuquerque directed the expansion of her team from 7 to 48 members over a three-year period, focusing on cultural development and growth strategy initiatives. She also managed successful fundraising efforts totaling over $58 million across multiple rounds, demonstrating her financial management skills and ability to engage stakeholders effectively.