Paula Simões

Paula Simões is a data privacy and AI governance professional currently serving as the EU Data Privacy, AI Governance, and International Sanctions Compliance Specialist at Vale, where they lead the implementation of data protection programs across Europe and manage compliance for Asia-Pacific and Middle East operations. With extensive experience in financial services, Paula previously held various roles at Vale, including Planning and Compliance Manager and HR Manager, where they spearheaded initiatives in financial planning, compliance, and workforce management. From 1995 to 2005, they worked in Financial Services and Revenue Management at TLW - Transportes e Logística Web Ltda and Transgama Tranportes SA, managing financial reporting and implementing ISO9000. Paula also completed their education at Fundação Getulio Vargas.