Maria Brandao
About Maria Brandao
Maria Brandao is the Marketplace Operations Manager at Talkdesk with extensive experience in both the Telco and Fashion Retail industries, focusing on product and service development for mass market and B2B.
Current Role at Talkdesk
Maria Brandao currently serves as the Marketplace Operations Manager at Talkdesk. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the operations of the marketplace, ensuring the smooth integration of products and services, and managing relationships with key stakeholders. Her expertise in business strategy and process improvement contributes to Talkdesk's market position and operational efficiency.
Previous Positions in Finance and Investment
Before her current role at Talkdesk, Maria Brandao worked as the Finance Director at MINTY SQUARE from 2018 to 2019 in Porto Area, Portugal. Prior to that, she was employed as an Investment Manager at Sonae IM (Investment Management) for six months from 2017 to 2018. In these positions, she honed her skills in financial management, investment strategy, and business development.
Founding Daily Socks Club as CEO
From 2016 to 2019, Maria Brandao was the Founder and CEO of Daily Socks Club. During her tenure, she led the business in the fashion retail sector, focusing on product development and market strategy. Her leadership experience in this role underscores her entrepreneurial skills and ability to drive a startup towards growth and sustainability.
Roles at Portugal Telecom
Maria Brandao held multiple roles at Portugal Telecom. She started as a Senior Internal Auditor from 2012 to 2013 in Lisbon Area. Subsequently, she served as the Roaming and Tourism Segment Product Manager for two years until 2015, followed by the role of Corporate Market Business Developer from 2015 to 2016 in Porto Area. In these roles, she focused on product management, business development, and strategic planning in the telecommunications sector.
Consulting Career at PwC
Maria Brandao began her professional career at PwC, where she held various consulting roles. From 2006 to 2010, she worked as a Consultant and Senior Consultant in R&D and Innovation Project Funding. Later, from 2010 to 2012, she served as a Senior Consultant in Finance & Operations. Her consulting experience at PwC provided her with a comprehensive understanding of financial operations and R&D funding.
Educational Background
Maria Brandao has an extensive educational background. She earned an Executive MBA from Porto Business School in 2016 and a Degree in Economics from Faculdade de Economia da Universidade do Porto, completed in 2006. Additionally, she has completed various specialized courses, including those from Parsons School of Design, IE Business School, The University of Texas at Austin - Red McCombs School of Business, London College of Fashion, and Hanken School of Economics. Her education spans disciplines such as digital marketing, fashion buying, digital transformation, and finance.
Expertise in Technology and Innovation
Throughout her career, Maria Brandao has developed a strong expertise in technology and innovation. Her investments in tech startups and funding for R&D/Innovation projects reflect her commitment to driving technological advancements. Her skills in using tools like Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio, along with her strong negotiation capabilities, further enhance her ability to lead and improve business strategies.
Language Proficiency
Maria Brandao is fluent in Portuguese, English (IELTS 8.0), and Spanish. This multilingual proficiency enables her to engage with a diverse range of clients, partners, and stakeholders in the global business environment.