Msc. Italo Andrade de Souza Eng.

Italo Andrade de Souza, MSc., Eng. has a diverse work experience that spans over several roles and industries. Italo is currently serving as a Startup Mentor at Newchip Accelerator since 2023. Prior to this, they worked at AmpiFire as the Director of Business Operations from October 2020 to the present, and as the Head of Business Operations from December 2019 to October 2020.

Before joining AmpiFire, Italo worked at Walmart Canada as a Fulfillment Department Manager from December 2018 to December 2019. Italo also gained experience at YOU.ME.WE. BUSINESS CONSULTANTS, INC. as a Corporate Trainer from September to November 2018, and as an Account Executive in August 2018.

Italo has a strong background in managing partner roles. Italo served as the Managing Partner at SGS Soluções from March 2011 to July 2018. Additionally, they held the position of Managing Partner at Mandaca.ru Negócios Inovadores from August 2013 to December 2014.

Italo has also worked as a Professor at SENAI-RN from July 2011 to December 2013, teaching and mentoring students in their field of expertise.

Earlier in their career, Italo gained experience in operations and logistics management as the Operations and Logistics Manager at DDEX - Direct to Door Express from January to October 2010. Italo started their professional journey as an intern at the same company from November 2008 to December 2009.

Italo has also served as a Board Member at Blueye - Pesquisa Inteligente from April 2014 to December 2015.

Overall, Italo Andrade de Souza's work experience showcases their versatility and ability to adapt to various roles and industries.

Italo Andrade de Souza, MSc., Eng. pursued their education in a chronological order. Italo began their academic journey in 2005 and completed their Bachelor's degree in Production Engineering at Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte in 2009. After engaging in professional endeavors, they decided to further their education and enrolled in Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte once again in 2020. Italo successfully completed a Master's degree in Science, Technology, and Innovation Management in 2022.

Additionally, Italo Andrade de Souza has obtained certifications to enhance their knowledge and skills. In January 2022, they obtained a certification titled "SportsTech - inovação e tecnologia no mercado esportivo do Brasil" from ESPM Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing. In March 2020, they also acquired a certification called "Verified International Academic Qualifications" from World Education Services.