A prominent figure in the field of communication and marketing in Portugal, with a solid career built in top-tier companies such as Galp, Siemens, Omnicom Media Group, and Sonaecom.
Joana Garoupa currently leads her own agency, Garoupa INC, which specializes in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), sustainability, and corporate reputation. She is also a partner at The Speakers House, a Portuguese-language speakers’ agency that exclusively represents influential experts across various fields, aiming to inspire individuals, businesses, and societies toward transformation, progress, and a greater future.
Beyond her executive work, Joana serves as a board advisor for several organizations including Women in ESG, Planetiers, and BridgeWhat. She is a regular columnist for national newspapers and actively contributes to the development of new generations of leaders and communication professionals as a mentor and university lecturer.
She is also the author of Manual de Sobrevivência para o Mundo Corporativo ("Survival Manual for the Corporate World"), a practical and irreverent book where she shares—with humor and candor—the lessons learned throughout her career in demanding corporate environments. The book was also released in Brazil and has been very well received by professionals seeking to navigate the corporate world with greater awareness, balance, and critical thinking. Her career reflects a blend of strategic thinking, forward-looking vision, and a strong commitment to social responsibility.