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Ana Rocha Gonçalves

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I’m Ana Rocha Gonçalves, a marketing and communication professional with over 20 years of experience across industries like pharma, finance, media, and hospitality.

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I’m Ana Rocha Gonçalves, a marketing and communication professional with over 20 years of experience across industries like pharma, finance, media, and hospitality. I’ve led teams, built brands, and driven strategy—from launching products at BIAL to managing international campaigns at Mystic Invest and shaping corporate narratives at Universal Kraft. My academic path includes an MBA and a Master’s in Business Communication, complemented by certifications in UX Design, Digital Marketing, and Project Management.

What makes me stand out is my ability to blend strategic thinking with hands-on execution. I’m fluent in multiple languages, thrive in cross-functional environments, and bring a human-centered approach to every project. Whether I’m consulting independently or leading in-house teams, I focus on clarity, creativity, and measurable impact—always aiming to elevate brands and empower people.

  • 29 years' experience
  • Joined October 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Healthcare
  • Financial Services
  • Retail
  • Travel & Hospitality

Work experience· 7 roles

Marketing ManagerJan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

Led marketing and communications strategy; managed online presence (website/SEO/SEM/social media) and email; oversaw media relations, brand messaging, and cross-functional teams; produced performance reports and strategic recommendations.

Marketing ConsultantJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive product development; designed data-driven marketing plans; implemented campaigns across digital channels; tracked ROI and optimized in real time; built agency partnerships and CRM-driven personalization.

Product Manager · Bial Portela e CompanhiaJan 2012 – Jan 2023 · 11 yrs 1 mo

I lead the full product development lifecycle by collaborating with cross-functional teams across development, design, marketing, and sales. My approach begins with deep market research and competitor analysis to uncover strategic opportunities and guide data-driven decisions. I define and prioritize product features that align with both business goals and customer needs, ensuring every initiative is grounded in purpose and impact. By developing and maintaining a clear product roadmap, I communicate vision and strategy effectively to internal stakeholders, fostering alignment and momentum. Working closely with designers, I help craft intuitive, user-friendly interfaces that elevate the customer experience. I translate insights into detailed product requirements and specifications, then validate through user testing and iterative feedback. I continuously monitor performance, analyze key metrics, and refine features to optimize results. Partnering with marketing, I shape compelling product positioning and go-to-market strategies, while serving as the primary point of contact for product-related inquiries—ensuring clarity, consistency, and support across all touchpoints.

Hospital Sales Representative (Oncology) · Merck Sharp & Dohme GroupFeb 2008 – Oct 2025 · 17 yrs 9 mos
Specialist Sales Representative · Merck Sharp & Dohme GroupDec 2004 – Oct 2025 · 20 yrs 11 mos
Journalist · RádioNovaJun 1999 – Oct 2025 · 26 yrs 5 mos
Journalist · Rádio NovaJun 1997 – Oct 2025 · 28 yrs 5 mos

Education

Master in Business Communications · Universidade Lusíada2010 – 2011
Master in Business Administration · Universidade Fernando Pessoa2004 – 2005
Licenciatura in Communications Sciences · Universidade Fernando Pessoa1995 – 1999

Certifications and awards

Google Professional Project Management Certificate2023 – 2025
Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce Certificate2023 – 2025
Google UX Design Certificate2023 – 2025
Google Data Analytics Certificate2023 – 2025

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