Madison, NJ 07940 | +1 (305) 904-6471 / +55 11 95321-5117
1712vanessa@gmail.com
Creative and disciplined professional with over 20 years of experience in the art industry, from jewelry design to senior management roles, plus extensive and significant experience in the real estate sector. A competent and motivating team leader with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. My art uses vibrant colors depicted in a harmonious interpretation of spirituality, the connection to human beings, and the universe.
EDUCATION
– Drew University, Madison, NJ, B.A. in Studio Art, May 2020
– Drew University, Madison, NJ, B.A. in Italian, May 2021
– Faculdade Getúlio Vargas (FGV), Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, MBA in Corporate Management, June 2011
– Fundação Armando Alvares Penteado (FAAP), Sao Paulo, Brazil, B.A. in Economics, December 1991
– Gemological Institute of America (GIA), New York, NY and Los Angeles, CA, June 1999.
– Certificate in Jewelry Making and Gemology
HONORS AND AWARDS
– Dean’s List, 2019 – present
– Day of Scholars 2020
– Drew University the Elizabeth P. Korn Scholarship for Exceptional Potential in the Arts, 2018, 2019, 2020
– The Junior League of Morristown, Woman Moving Forward Scholarship, 2019, 2020
GROUP EXHIBITIONS
– Korn Gallery, Madison, NJ, Group Show, 2018, 2019
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Managing Partner | Romacre Empreendimentos Ltda., San Paolo, Brazil, (Real Estate Agency), 2010 – Present
– Responsible for strategic planning, negotiations, and investment decisions in real estate transactions as well as
deals involving participation in other companies and new enterprises.
– Improved general business management through effective leadership and adequate support for the
Managing Partner | VRC Comércio de Jóias Ltda., San Paolo, Brazil, (Jewelry Retail Industry), 2000 – 2010
– Oversaw the jewelry design department, the purchase of precious stones from foreign providers, and the
launching of new retail stores.
– Led the recruitment and training of sales teams and the company’s general management.
– Operated four stores, spread across four different cities and two states – Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.
Administrative Assistant | Peggy Guinness Jewelry (Jewelry Retail Industry), 1988 – 2006
– Headed the execution and production of jewelry in 18k gold with various gemstones created by American
designer Peggy Stephaich Guinness for over 18 years and conducted the export of the jewelry pieces from Sao
Paulo to New York, while also acting as the designer’s personal assistant.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Rotary Club of Madison, NJ, 2017 – present
– Organize events and assist in fundraising.
Pro Vida Cosmic Integration (www.Provida.net), New York, NY, 2009 – present
– Facilitate courses including setting up room and sign up by participants.
SKILLS
Computer: Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Social media- Instagram, Facebook
Languages: Portuguese (fluent/native), Italian (fluent), English (fluent)
Art: Oil Paint, acrylic paint, water color, graphite
