Experienced managing director with a demonstrated history of working in the financial services industry. Skilled across the value chain, including Digital, Business Finance, Strategy, Marketing, Brand Marketing Strategy, Internal and External Communications, and Organizational Business Coaching. Purpose-led and stakeholder driven, network reflects ability to develop strong relationships and influence change. Leadership principles drive collaboration, co-creation and team development. Global experience fostered her ability to connect cross-cultures, appreciate diversity and adapt. A computer scientist, who served at big 4 consulting firms. An MBA from London Business School advanced her finance and strategy skills called upon as head of Strategy and Business Finance at a major insurer in Portugal, various Global Strategy roles at HSBC and Head of Strategy Development and Enablement at novobanco. At present, Ana is placing her skills and experience at the service of others, establishing the Portuguese chapter of MindForward Alliance – promoting mental health in the workplace, while deciding what comes next in her executive career.