Maria Alice (Marie) Neves
About Maria Alice (Marie) Neves
Maria Alice (Marie) Neves is a Delivery Director at ThoughtWorks, with extensive experience in project management and design. She holds multiple advanced degrees, including a PhD in Design, and has worked for notable companies in both the United States and Brazil.
Current Role at ThoughtWorks
Maria Alice Neves currently serves as Delivery Director at ThoughtWorks, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she oversees project delivery and ensures alignment with client expectations. Her focus includes managing teams and optimizing project outcomes in a fast-paced environment. Prior to this, she worked as Delivery Lead and Delivery Principal at ThoughtWorks, contributing to various projects and initiatives.
Previous Experience at Sprint
Maria Alice Neves worked at Sprint as a System Analyst from 1994 to 1998 in the Dallas/Fort Worth Area. During her four years at Sprint, she gained valuable experience in systems analysis, contributing to the development and implementation of technology solutions.
Educational Background
Maria Alice Neves holds multiple advanced degrees. She earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Industrial and Product Design from Universidade Federal de Pernambuco from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, she completed a Master's degree in Business Administration and Management at Universidade Positivo in 2010. She also holds an MBA in Information Systems from the University of Dallas, completed between 1995 and 1997, and a degree in Computer Science from Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, obtained from 1989 to 1993.
Expertise in Design and Project Management
Maria Alice Neves has expertise in Design, particularly in the Product Design Life Cycle, User Research, and Creative Techniques. She has led Agile projects focused on Big Data and Machine Learning, as well as software solutions for Global Retail and Education sectors. Her extensive experience includes managing engagements for notable global companies such as GAP and Telefonica in Brazil.
Career at CESAR - Instituto de Inovação
From 2004 to 2017, Maria Alice Neves held various managerial roles at CESAR - Instituto de Inovação, including Project Manager, Branch Manager, Business Manager, and Area Manager. During her 13 years at CESAR, she contributed to numerous projects and initiatives, enhancing her leadership and project management skills.