My experience in international development, packaging technology, and my passion for sustainability allowed me to serve clients in/from 15 countries on 4 continents, contributing to improving consumer experiences and reducing environmental impact. Some examples:• I developed a science-based sustainable packaging for an organic food producer located in the Amazon Forest. All their packaging consisted of non-recyclable plastics, and I engineered unique alternatives (not in the market yet)… Show more My experience in international development, packaging technology, and my passion for sustainability allowed me to serve clients in/from 15 countries on 4 continents, contributing to improving consumer experiences and reducing environmental impact. Some examples:• I developed a science-based sustainable packaging for an organic food producer located in the Amazon Forest. All their packaging consisted of non-recyclable plastics, and I engineered unique alternatives (not in the market yet) which are renewable and widely recycled. • My hands-on know-how in production and consumer understanding allowed a customer from the USA to double its revenues through user-friendly packaging. I conducted trials and suggested market development strategies on a global scale• I was a Subject Matter Expert in a project called the “Sustainable Packaging Design Challenge” organized by the World Packaging Organization- WPO and the World Design Organization – WDO. I shared the technical perspective about sustainability in packaging to avoid unintentional greenwashing and allow the development of the packaging of tomorrow• I am an innovation advisor of a recycling company, helping them to create high-quality polymers that replace virgin resin for several applications and therefore helping brand owners to achieve sustainable targets. • I created a one-of-its-kind packaging for e-commerce that was human-centered. A transport case was reshaped from several perspectives, adding unique features that facilitate operations, reduce logistics costs, and interact with consumers. The “Transinteractive Pack” received the WORLDSTAR AWARD which is the world`s most prominent packaging prize, promoted by the World Packaging Organization- WPO• I generate and share knowledge about packaging by being an instructor of the Brazilian Packaging Association (ABRE), co-authoring a book and presenting researches in global conferences Show less

I co-founded a family company specialized in the distribution of premium Italian hardware in Brazil. The challenge was to introduce technological items to improve design, acoustic and passive fire protection in a low-cost, underdeveloped market. My role was to develop the Brazilian market from scratch in order to bring construction systems to the next level. After studying branding, importation costs, pricing, operations, ERP and all necessary needs, I mapped key players and… Show more I co-founded a family company specialized in the distribution of premium Italian hardware in Brazil. The challenge was to introduce technological items to improve design, acoustic and passive fire protection in a low-cost, underdeveloped market. My role was to develop the Brazilian market from scratch in order to bring construction systems to the next level. After studying branding, importation costs, pricing, operations, ERP and all necessary needs, I mapped key players and designed a winning strategy with suppliers and customers to make the project feasible. I managed to reshape a local shop in the countryside of Brazil into one of the most renowned solution providers in the country. We enabled the most prominent door producers to launch a new value-added portfolio upgrading the building systems in the whole country! Recently we started a process to export our solutions to other countries in Latin America.We achieved a TEN-FOLD sales increase in a matter of a few years and established a close relationship with sector organizations, helping them to define standards that are now national regulations. Clients also relied on my strong network to organize technical visits to suppliers, research institutes and trade shows in Italy. One of the packages we created received the Gold Award as "Packaging of the year -2017", conferred by the Brazilian Packaging Association (Coca-Cola got the silver and Nestlé bronze). In addition, a methodology for achieving goals was adapted for the development of a new business, being selected as a case study at the 15th ANPEI Conference on Innovation in Pernambuco. These facts reiterate the company’s innovation DNA in every sense.Now, the team is structured and running smoothly. My current role is strategic advising, guiding the company to secure the market it has created and giving directions to continue growing. Show less

Participant in the Ellen MacArthur Foundation educational series for a selected group of global professionals working towards changing the way we produce, use, and consume. The lessons learned span industries, waste streams and end-of-life products. In addition, the series focuses on a wide range of issues, including packaging, food, environmental issues, and sustainability in developing a circular economy. Active role in a specialized workshop for defining circularity metrics for food… Show more Participant in the Ellen MacArthur Foundation educational series for a selected group of global professionals working towards changing the way we produce, use, and consume. The lessons learned span industries, waste streams and end-of-life products. In addition, the series focuses on a wide range of issues, including packaging, food, environmental issues, and sustainability in developing a circular economy. Active role in a specialized workshop for defining circularity metrics for food production. Show less

Enabler of multi-cultural technical team based in 6 different countries to support sales growth of exports and to Global Restaurant Chains (McDonald's, KFC-Yum!, Subway, Burger King, Outback). The area was conceived from scratch to provide an improved go-to-market process through accurate input of new projects that resulted in faster and optimized product/packaging development. Technical approach to customers to propose tailor-made and value-added solutions in order to establish a long-lasting… Show more Enabler of multi-cultural technical team based in 6 different countries to support sales growth of exports and to Global Restaurant Chains (McDonald's, KFC-Yum!, Subway, Burger King, Outback). The area was conceived from scratch to provide an improved go-to-market process through accurate input of new projects that resulted in faster and optimized product/packaging development. Technical approach to customers to propose tailor-made and value-added solutions in order to establish a long-lasting business relationship. I took part and led a great number of innovation workshops and business meetings which resulted in a potential turnover of €135+ MM per year. Show less

Manager of technical Team responsible for developing innovative packaging, improving its performance and approving new suppliers. Main packaging materials under responsibility: Corrugated and paperboard, flexible plastics packaging (films, bags and sheets), artificial casing, asseptic/dairy packaging, rigid plastics, labelling materials, tapes, clips, pallets, etc. Optimization process allowed unforeseen cost and environmental savings that were highlighted as a global benchmark in the "Best of… Show more Manager of technical Team responsible for developing innovative packaging, improving its performance and approving new suppliers. Main packaging materials under responsibility: Corrugated and paperboard, flexible plastics packaging (films, bags and sheets), artificial casing, asseptic/dairy packaging, rigid plastics, labelling materials, tapes, clips, pallets, etc. Optimization process allowed unforeseen cost and environmental savings that were highlighted as a global benchmark in the "Best of Sustainable Supply" report from McDonald's (see http://bit.ly/1xJn5Yv). Responsible to create the concept and implement the Brazilian breakthrough innovation "Freezer to oven" special line for Christmas (see marketing campain at http://bit.ly/1lcyM4T and national prize won at http://bit.ly/1odTZ1H). The success of this concept was so great that allowed the creation of a whole new product platform, including turkey, pork cuts and everyday items. Leadership in the largest merge of food industries in Brazil (Perdigão and Sadia) seeking for synergies and designing the new functional structures. Show less

Development and approval of new suppliers for cellulosic and polymer packaging. Holistic approach through the whole value chain to identify opportunities, anticipate potential problems and optimize cost. Development of packaging systems for new products. I was the only Brazilian invited to present a technical paper during the IAPRI (International Association of Packaging Research Institutes) Packaging World Conference (Bangkok-Thailand, 2008).

Chemical Engineering software update for process simulation. Construction and experiment running of a thin-layer evaporator with automatic rotating system. Identification of volatile substances and quantification of each amount evaporated along the time.

Inspection and statistical analysis of diseases on recently harvest apples. Process follow up of apple wine raw material preparation, fermentation and bottling. Chemical analysis of apple wine for quality control.