Vanessa da Fonseca Mendes

Vanessa da Fonseca Mendes is a skilled professional in the field of hospitality management, currently serving as Program Manager and Lecturer at Swiss Education Group since August 2020, where responsibilities include managing the "Semester 2 - Rooms Division Management" program and lecturing various hospitality courses. Vanessa also serves as a judge for the QS Reimagine Education Awards since July 2023. Prior experience includes roles as a Lecturer at Mediterranean College, Career & Placement Manager at Swiss Alpine Center, and management positions in multiple prestigious hospitality organizations such as Ermia Hotels & Resorts, Jumeirah Group, and Grand Hyatt. Vanessa holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Education Sciences from Universidade de Coimbra, along with multiple degrees and certifications in hospitality management, including a Certificate in Food & Beverage Management from Cornell University.