Jeferson Fernandes, MSc.
About Jeferson Fernandes, MSc.
Jeferson Fernandes, MSc, is a Senior Account Director at Juvo with extensive experience in business development and account management across various companies in Brazil. He has a strong background in the telecommunications sector and has successfully launched innovative services, including the first airtime lending service on WhatsApp in Brazil.
Current Role at Juvo
Jeferson Fernandes serves as the Senior Account Director at Juvo, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he manages a team of four members focused on the airtime lending program. His leadership has contributed to significant achievements, including exceeding a lending amount of US$5 million with 1.5 million borrowers on a monthly basis in 2021. His responsibilities include developing strategic partnerships and enhancing business relationships with key stakeholders.
Previous Experience at IDEMIA
Before joining Juvo, Jeferson worked at IDEMIA as a Senior Account Manager for 11 months in 2019. His role involved managing client accounts and fostering relationships within the São Paulo area. This position allowed him to leverage his expertise in account management and business development.
Background in Business Development
Jeferson has extensive experience in business development, having held the position of Head of Business Development at Neomobile in 2017 for 11 months. Additionally, he worked at Nuance Communications in a business development role from 2017 to 2019. His career also includes a tenure as Engagement Director at Upstream from 2012 to 2013.
Educational Qualifications
Jeferson Fernandes holds a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Industrial Engineering from Universidade Federal Fluminense, where he studied from 2006 to 2008. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, completing his studies from 1995 to 1999. His educational background supports his strong analytical and numeric skills.
Key Achievements in Airtime Lending
Jeferson played a key role in launching the first airtime lending service on WhatsApp in the Brazilian market. His efforts in the Juvo airtime lending program led to significant monthly lending figures, demonstrating his capability in driving financial services innovation and achieving substantial growth.