I am a Brand Experience and Creative Business executive with extensive experience in branding, experiential marketing, and integrated communication for global and national brands. I translate brand identity into physical, emotional and commercial experiences through premium consumer engagement and creative leadership. As founder of Flying Stones and Kabanas, I lead brand storytelling, product development and international growth, building partnerships with retailers and designers and delivering unforgettable brand moments at trade fairs and immersive environments.

Vera Gondolo CID

I am a Brand Experience and Creative Business executive with extensive experience in branding, experiential marketing, and integrated communication for global and national brands. I translate brand identity into physical, emotional and commercial experiences through premium consumer engagement and creative leadership. As founder of Flying Stones and Kabanas, I lead brand storytelling, product development and international growth, building partnerships with retailers and designers and delivering unforgettable brand moments at trade fairs and immersive environments.

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I am a Brand Experience and Creative Business executive with extensive experience in branding, experiential marketing, and integrated communication for global and national brands. I translate brand identity into physical, emotional and commercial experiences through premium consumer engagement and creative leadership.

As founder of Flying Stones and Kabanas, I lead brand storytelling, product development and international growth, building partnerships with retailers and designers and delivering unforgettable brand moments at trade fairs and immersive environments.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Founder & Creative Director at Flying Stones
January 1, 2022 - Present
Brazilian contemporary décor brand focused on collectible design objects created with natural Brazilian stones and acrylic. Responsible for brand creation, product development, creative direction, strategic positioning and international expansion. Participation in major design and décor trade fairs, including ABUP and international events in New York. Development of wholesale and international expansion strategies. Strategic management of branding, e-commerce, social media and product launches.
Brand Experience Manager at Grupo SBF – Centauro
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Leadership of sponsorships, events, PR and integrated brand experience initiatives. Development of activation and experiential marketing strategies. Management of annual budget of R$6MM and multidisciplinary teams.
Founder at Kabanas – Brand Experience
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2022
Creative company specialized in branded experiences and premium event environments. Creative direction and development of branded experiences and immersive concepts. Digital marketing and social media strategy. Main clients include Ferrero Rocher, Kinder Ovo, Mahogany, Livelo and Wickbold.
International Marketing Trainee & Marketing Analyst at Kraft Foods
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2007
International experience in strategic marketing and brand development for Latin America. Development and consolidation of regional LATAM strategic plans. Participation in product launches, innovation and integrated communication projects. Creation of the regional Brand Book and unified communication strategy for Club Social across Latin America.
Marketing Manager | Brand Experience & Shopper Marketing at Whirlpool Corporation
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2010
Strategic leadership roles for Brastemp and Consul brands. Development and implementation of integrated brand experience and communication strategies. Leadership of projects involving PR, CRM, retail experience and consumer engagement. Management of budgets exceeding R$14MM. Implementation of one of Whirlpool Brazil’s first integrated 360° communication strategies.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing Administration at ESPM – Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2004

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Consumer Goods