Francisca Bernardo
About Francisca Bernardo
Francisca Bernardo is a Key Attendee Success Senior Associate at Web Summit, where she has worked in various roles since 2018. She has over a decade of experience in events production across multiple industries and holds a Bachelor's degree in Art History and a Master's degree in Communication.
Work at Web Summit
Francisca Bernardo currently serves as a Key Attendee Success Senior Associate at Web Summit, a position she has held since 2024. Prior to this role, she worked as a Senior Key Attendee Success Coordinator from 2021 to 2023 and as a Speaker Success Coordinator from 2019 to 2021. Additionally, she was a Speaker Liaison on a freelance basis in 2018. In her roles, she has focused on enhancing the experience of attendees and speakers at major tech conferences, including Web Summit, Collision, and RISE.
Education and Expertise
Francisca Bernardo has an extensive educational background from NOVA FCSH. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Art History from 2012 to 2015, followed by a Master's degree in Communication from 2016 to 2018. She also studied Business Strategy, focusing on Managing Public, Private, and Cooperative Enterprises, from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, she has completed courses in SPSS Data Analysis and Business Model Creation. This diverse education supports her expertise in event production and communication.
Background
Francisca Bernardo began her career in event production at a young age, assisting in a family business and volunteering at college conferences. She worked at ANIMAGIAS as an Event Production Assistant for eight years, gaining valuable experience in the field. She also contributed to The Oppia Foundation as a Marketing and Business Contributor from 2016 to 2017. Her early involvement in various sectors, including tourism and the arts, has shaped her comprehensive understanding of event management.
Achievements
Francisca Bernardo has over a decade of experience in events production across multiple industries, including beer and beverages, tourism, performing arts, music, and art markets. Her work at Web Summit has been instrumental in delivering a top-class speaker experience at some of the fastest-growing tech conferences globally. Her educational qualifications, combined with her professional experiences, have enabled her to effectively produce, plan, and deliver high-quality events.