Hi, I'm Elaine Dias Leitão Da Graça, a marketing and digital solutions specialist based in Lagos, Portugal. Over the years, I've founded and developed strategic marketing initiatives tailored to clients across various sectors, ranging from digital presence creation to event development and virtual assistance. I love blending creativity with strategy, ensuring that businesses get a strong and engaging presence online. I bring a wealth of experience working with international clients and organizations, providing marketing consultancy, managing digital campaigns, and even interpreting at major conferences. I'm fluent in multiple languages and passionate about enabling businesses and entrepreneurs to thrive in competitive markets through smart, effective marketing solutions.

Elaine Dias Leitão Da Graça

Hi, I'm Elaine Dias Leitão Da Graça, a marketing and digital solutions specialist based in Lagos, Portugal. Over the years, I've founded and developed strategic marketing initiatives tailored to clients across various sectors, ranging from digital presence creation to event development and virtual assistance. I love blending creativity with strategy, ensuring that businesses get a strong and engaging presence online. I bring a wealth of experience working with international clients and organizations, providing marketing consultancy, managing digital campaigns, and even interpreting at major conferences. I'm fluent in multiple languages and passionate about enabling businesses and entrepreneurs to thrive in competitive markets through smart, effective marketing solutions.

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Hi, I’m Elaine Dias Leitão Da Graça, a marketing and digital solutions specialist based in Lagos, Portugal. Over the years, I’ve founded and developed strategic marketing initiatives tailored to clients across various sectors, ranging from digital presence creation to event development and virtual assistance. I love blending creativity with strategy, ensuring that businesses get a strong and engaging presence online.

I bring a wealth of experience working with international clients and organizations, providing marketing consultancy, managing digital campaigns, and even interpreting at major conferences. I’m fluent in multiple languages and passionate about enabling businesses and entrepreneurs to thrive in competitive markets through smart, effective marketing solutions.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
French
Beginner
Italian
Beginner

Work Experience

Freelancer at Self-Employed
August 1, 2024 - Present
Providing a broad range of marketing and digital services to clients, including marketing consultancy, content development, strategic marketing, and event development. Services reflect those previously offered at Scientia LDA.
Founder and MK specialist at Scientia LDA
January 1, 2016 - Present
Delivered strategic marketing and digital marketing solutions including website creation, social media and email marketing management, business and digital marketing training, strategic marketing consultancy, business events development and executive virtual assistance. Provided interpretation services at multiple international conferences and workshops, supporting multi-language communication (PT, ES, EN).
Marketing Services and outsourcing Freelancer at Self-Employed
December 31, 2015 - July 10, 2025
Provided virtual assistance, consulting, and departmental outsourcing for new companies. Managed business development and operations including launch events for new ventures.
Commercial Manager at AEB, Sal Rei
October 31, 2013 - July 10, 2025
Managed and coordinated the Commercial Department with six employees. Responsible for new client acquisition, purchasing and stock control. Developed social marketing initiatives including donations and activities for clients and children.
Sales Representative at Brasilien TCC Shoes
August 31, 2011 - July 10, 2025
Prospected clients for Brazilian shoe brands and managed sales of Melissa shoes to agents and retailers across Europe, Russia, and Japan. Controlled stock and supported promotional events and fairs.
Dealer Development, Marketing and Corporate Office Assistant at Toyota Canarias
August 31, 2010 - July 10, 2025
Supported sales planning, dealer development, and assisted with corporate office tasks. Participated in event planning and on-field activities for Toyota and Lexus.
Intern at Airexpress Congressos
November 30, 2007 - July 10, 2025
Supported the organisation of the International Desalination Association Congress in Gran Canaria.
Intern Commercial Department Support at Canon Canarias SLU
May 31, 2007 - July 10, 2025
Provided support to the commercial department.
Intern Commercial/Marketing Department Support at Domingo Alonso SA
September 30, 2006 - July 10, 2025
Supported commercial and marketing department activities.
Intern Market Research and Translation Support at Gestión Exterior Canarias
September 30, 2006 - July 10, 2025
Conducted research related to African markets and provided Spanish-Portuguese translations.
Founder and MK specialist at Scientia LDA
January 1, 2016 - Present
Led strategic marketing and digital marketing solutions tailored to clients, including creation and management of digital presence (websites, social media, email marketing). Conducted training in business and digital marketing fundamentals, developed fashion pop-up events, provided strategic consultancy, and operated business events. Delivered executive virtual assistance and interpretation services for major regional and international conferences. Managed diverse clientele spanning multiple countries and sectors.
Freelancer at Self-employed
August 1, 2024 - Present
Providing marketing services and client support similar to previous roles, with a focus on outsourced digital marketing, consulting, and virtual assistance.
Marketing Services and outsourcing at Freelancer
December 31, 2015 - July 10, 2025
Virtual assistance, consulting, and departmental outsourcing for new companies, including development and operation of business launches such as an Italian restaurant event.
Commercial Manager at AEB
October 31, 2013 - July 10, 2025
Managed commercial department with six employees, created and assessed new clients, handled purchasing management, controlled stock and connection materials, and developed social marketing activities including donations and client engagement events.
Sales Representative at Brasilien TCC Shoes
August 31, 2011 - July 10, 2025
Prospected clients for Brazilian shoe brands, sold Melissa shoes to agents and retailers across Europe, Russia, and Japan. Managed stock control and participated in international fairs and events.
Dealer Development, Marketing and Corporate Office Assistant at Toyota Canarias
August 31, 2010 - July 10, 2025
Supported sales planning, dealer development, and corporate office functions including action plan development and event support for Toyota and Lexus.

Education

Bachelor of Science at ESCOEX, Las Palmas de GC (now Universidad del Atlántico Medio) and University of Wales
October 1, 2003 - May 31, 2007
Bachelor of Science at International Business School - Escoex (now Universidad del Atlántico Medio) and University of Wales
October 1, 2003 - May 31, 2007

Qualifications

Premio “La Caixa” - Best final project of the school year
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
LCCI English Certificate Level 3
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Google Digital Marketing Certificate
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Premio “La Caixa” - Best final project of the school year
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
LCCI English Certificate Level 3
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Google Digital Marketing Certificate
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Retail