Ligia Gomes
@ligiagomes
Versatile professional with a passion for sustainability and social impact.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated and multifaceted professional with a strong background in various fields, including pharmaceutical sciences, anthropology, and sustainable development. My journey began in the pharmaceutical industry, where I worked as a pharmacist and later transitioned into roles that align with my passion for sustainability and social impact.
In 2020, I co-founded Peggada, an online platform that bridges the gap between sustainable businesses and conscious consumers. This platform has earned significant recognition, including being a finalist in the Women4Climate 2020 Program and winning the Go Green, Go Social Prize in 2021. Additionally, I am the co-founder of Nomads & Pirates, a community focused on connecting digital nomads and remote professionals who are passionate about sustainability and social impact.
My professional experience also includes roles such as General Manager for Remote Year in Lisbon, where I managed operations and ensured exceptional client feedback. I have also worked as an IT Consultant for the World Food Programme, where I assisted in implementing a knowledge management framework and produced technical guidance to support corporate products.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Co-Founder
Nomads & Pirates
Apr 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)
Co-founded a community connecting digital nomads and remote professionals focused on sustainability and social impact. Developed business models, managed strategy, and fostered collaboration among members.
Co-Founder
Peggada
Dec 2020 - Present (4 years 6 months)
Launched an online platform bridging sustainable businesses and conscious consumers, promoting responsible consumption and sustainability awareness aligned with UN goals.
Information Technology Consultant
World Food Programme
Sep 2022 - Apr 2023 (7 months)
Assisted in implementing a knowledge management framework and produced technical guidance to improve IT service delivery and product adoption across global teams.
General Manager
Remote Year
Oct 2016 - Jul 2019 (2 years 9 months)
Managed operations and programming for Remote Year in Lisbon, coordinating local and remote teams, and ensuring client satisfaction through effective budget management.
Customer Support Specialist
UsabilityHub
Jul 2019 - Aug 2022 (3 years 1 month)
Engaged with customers to address complex user needs, maintained help documentation, and collaborated with product teams to enhance user experience through feedback.
Content Team Lead / Community Manager
Zomato
Jan 2014 - Sep 2016 (2 years 8 months)
Led a team to enhance Zomato's content features, improving user engagement through strategic analysis and effective team management.
Content Writer
Yelp Portugal
Oct 2013 - Dec 2013 (2 months)
Supported Yelp's launch in Portugal by curating content and establishing local events to enhance the platform's presence.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
NOVA SBE
Postgraduate Degree, Sustainable Development
2023 - 2023
Postgraduate Degree in Sustainable Development, focusing on humanitarian efforts and the impact of climate change. Engaged in knowledge management and improving IT service delivery.
ISEG Lisbon School of Economics
Postgraduate Diploma, Development and International Cooperation
2022 - 2023
Postgraduate Diploma in Development and International Cooperation, emphasizing knowledge management and IT service delivery in humanitarian contexts.
Nova FCSH
Master's degree, Anthropology
2017 - 2019
Master's degree in Anthropology with a focus on contemporary themes, exploring diverse cultural and social dynamics.
University of Lisbon
MSc, Pharmaceutical Sciences
2002 - 2011
MSc in Pharmaceutical Sciences, covering various aspects of pharmaceutical practices and healthcare.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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