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Patricia Cossettin

@patriciacossettin1

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I build and lead international retail, e-commerce, marketplace, and AI-enabled operations for consumer brands.

Belgium

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What I'm looking for

I'm seeking retail leadership, commercial management, e-commerce, marketplace operations, or international business opportunities where I can combine entrepreneurial ownership with hands-on commercial execution.

I've built Mangará Shoes in Belgium from the ground up, taking a Brazilian footwear brand into European markets through Shopify, B2B wholesale, marketplaces, logistics, and customer experience.

I run the full commercial operation, from product development, pricing, inventory, and fulfillment to buyer relationships across Belgium, the Netherlands, and France. I also design AI automation workflows for content, SEO, multilingual customer documents, and marketplace reporting.

Before relocating to Europe, I founded and led Premier Iluminação in Brazil for 15 years, growing a B2B wholesale portfolio to more than 3,500 retail clients while managing sourcing, imports, sales, finance, and a team of up to seven people.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Founder & CEO | E-Commerce & AI-Driven Operations

Mangara Shoes BV

May 2022 - Sep 2026 (4 years 4 months)

Founded and operated Mangará Shoes BV as a solo entrepreneur — building the entire European operation from scratch, including company registration in Belgium, product development with Brazilian manufacturers, import/export logistics, and multi-channel distribution.

Key responsibilities:
— Built and managed a Shopify store from setup to daily operations, including UX, inventory, SEO and payment in

Founder & Managing Director

Premier Iluminação

Apr 2007 - Aug 2022 (15 years 4 months)

Founded and managed a B2B wholesale company specializing in decorative lighting and home décor, operating a full import and trade operation between Brazil and China for 15 years.

— Built and scaled a client portfolio of 3,500+ retail clients across Brazil
— Managed end-to-end sourcing and supplier relationships with manufacturers in China, including product selection, negotiation, quality control

Professor of Biomechanics (Professora Titular)

Universidade do Estado de Santa Catarina

Mar 1998 - Mar 2009 (11 years)

University faculty member for 11 years, teaching Biomechanics and Physical Therapy. This background developed strong analytical, research and structured communication skills. Which I have applied throughout my entrepreneurial career.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Faculdade Exame

MBA, Artificial Intelligence for Business

2026 - 2028

Executive MBA focused on applying Artificial Intelligence to business strategy and operations: identifying and prioritizing AI use cases, GenAI and machine learning concepts for business leaders, data-driven decision making, AI governance and ROI evaluation, and leading AI-driven transformation.

Istituto Europeo di Design - IED São Paulo

Design Shoes and bags

2021 - 2022

This comprehensive program covers the conceptual, technical, and project-based foundations of footwear and accessories design. The course explores the entire creative and business process — from product development and collection planning to branding, consumer profiling, and technology application. Students gain hands-on experience in designing and creating shoes and bags, while also learning how

Universidade do Estado de Santa Catarina

Master's degree, Biomechanics

1998 - 2001

Unicruz

Bachelor's degree, Physical Therapy/Therapist

1992 - 1996

Bachelor’s in Physiotherapy
University of Cruz Alta (Unicruz), Brazil – 1992
Comprehensive foundation in human anatomy, biomechanics, and rehabilitation therapies, with a focus on clinical practice, patient care, and physical rehabilitation strategies.