Margarida Mendes da Maia

Margarida Mendes da Maia currently serves as the Chief Product Officer at Polkastarter, where responsibilities include strategic planning and execution of product roadmaps, leading a team for product development, and establishing strategic partnerships. Previously, Margarida held the role of Partnerships Manager at Activate, co-leading operations for hackathons and focusing on strategic partnerships. As a co-founder of Portugal Fintech, Margarida contributes to the fintech ecosystem by connecting investors and entrepreneurs. Additional experience includes leading product management and business development at Subvisual, enhancing digital product strategies at Banco CTT, and engaging in innovation projects at BiG. Margarida's educational background includes an advanced post-graduation in Banking & Finance Law and a Bachelor of Laws from esteemed institutions in Lisbon.