I'm Pedro Coelho, a multitalented entrepreneur and hospitality professional with 8+ years of bartending experience across cocktail bars, events, and catering. Fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, I fuse high-energy service with a sharp eye for guest experience and upselling opportunities. I also run multiple businesses—from bar operations to AI-powered marketing—bringing a hands-on, entrepreneurial mindset to every project. Whether leading a team at Essence Bar & Catering, creating content for Blindfold Agency, or designing turnkey marketing solutions, I thrive on turning ideas into memorable experiences. I excel at bridging creative production with operational excellence, building client relationships, and delivering results in fast-paced environments.

Pedro Coelho

I'm Pedro Coelho, a multitalented entrepreneur and hospitality professional with 8+ years of bartending experience across cocktail bars, events, and catering. Fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, I fuse high-energy service with a sharp eye for guest experience and upselling opportunities. I also run multiple businesses—from bar operations to AI-powered marketing—bringing a hands-on, entrepreneurial mindset to every project. Whether leading a team at Essence Bar & Catering, creating content for Blindfold Agency, or designing turnkey marketing solutions, I thrive on turning ideas into memorable experiences. I excel at bridging creative production with operational excellence, building client relationships, and delivering results in fast-paced environments.

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I’m Pedro Coelho, a multitalented entrepreneur and hospitality professional with 8+ years of bartending experience across cocktail bars, events, and catering. Fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, I fuse high-energy service with a sharp eye for guest experience and upselling opportunities. I also run multiple businesses—from bar operations to AI-powered marketing—bringing a hands-on, entrepreneurial mindset to every project.

Whether leading a team at Essence Bar & Catering, creating content for Blindfold Agency, or designing turnkey marketing solutions, I thrive on turning ideas into memorable experiences. I excel at bridging creative production with operational excellence, building client relationships, and delivering results in fast-paced environments.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Bartender at Terraço Aveiro; Casa Yala (Porto); Honi (Póvoa de Varzim)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2025
8 years of hands-on bar experience in high-volume, high-stress environments including cocktail bars, festivals, and private events. Developed multitasking, precision, problem-solving, and delivering exceptional guest experiences under pressure. Consistently delivered upsell-driven service, recommending premium options and signature cocktails to increase per-cover spend.
Co-Founder & Bar Operations Manager at Essence Bar & Catering
January 1, 2025 - Present
Co-founded and operated a hospitality and beverage service company, curating elevated bar and catering experiences for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations. Led event operations, including staffing, logistics, beverage sourcing, and client management. Developed and implemented a client acquisition and retention strategy.
Founder at Blindfold Agency / Blindfold Media
January 1, 2025 - Present
Full-service marketing agency that provides content creation, social media strategy, video production, and AI-powered lead generation. Developed automated sales systems and service packages with a modern, minimalist brand identity across client deliverables.
CEO & Co-Founder at BairriVirgil Residential Construction
January 1, 2023 - Present
Co-led a residential development project (3-story, 6-unit multifamily) overseeing investor relations, subcontractor performance, permitting, and regulatory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
CEO & Founder at Incarport Vehicle Import Consulting
January 1, 2023 - Present
Founded and operated a vehicle import consultancy specializing in sourcing and importing vehicles from Germany to Portugal, overseeing customs clearance, regulatory compliance, logistics coordination, and end-to-end client support.
Photographer, Videographer & Video Editor at Mercantil Media + Freelance
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2024
Delivered high-quality video and photo content for brands, events, and corporate productions, leveraging extensive editing, storytelling, and end-to-end post-production skills. Managed end-to-end photography and videography projects for corporate, social, and private events.

Education

High School Diploma at Aveiro, Portugal
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026
Pilot Training & Aviation at Porto, Portugal
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026
Web Dev & Digital Mktg at Self-directed coursework
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other