Maria Paula ‘Mp’ Oliveira

Maria Paula ‘MP’ Oliveira is a seasoned professional specializing in startup mentorship, corporate innovation, and business excellence. Currently serving as a Startup Mentor at Ignyte and the Chairwoman of the Dubai Chapter for AI Salon, Maria Paula has extensive experience advising startups on pitch preparation, product-market fit, and business model evaluation. Previously, Maria Paula held the position of Senior Vice President of Business Excellence at Mastercard, overseeing a multidisciplinary team and contributing to strategic initiatives. With a strong track record at EY as Chief Innovation Officer for MENA and impactful roles at Experian and SUSS, Maria Paula has demonstrated expertise in innovation program design and implementation across various sectors. Maria Paula holds an MBA from FGV and a Bachelor's degree in Marketing from ESPM.