Joana Pereira Carvalho is an accomplished event operations manager with extensive experience in the events and hospitality sectors. Currently serving as the Event Operations Manager at The HAC and mentoring event management at The University of Manchester, Joana has previously held various managerial roles at The Steel Yard, including Operations Manager and Corporate and Operations Manager, where responsibilities encompassed operational management, financial reporting, and inter-departmental liaison. Joana co-founded the Uni Sound Music Festival and has demonstrated skills in marketing, logistics, and event coordination through roles at Talent Is Timeless and The MNGR. An education background in music marketing, music management, and business communication complements a solid career trajectory in event management and operations.