Renata Gomes
@renatagomes
Results-driven Partner Development professional with over 11 years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-driven Partner Development professional with over 11 years of experience driving business growth across EMEA and LATAM. My expertise lies in building and scaling strategic alliances, leading co-selling initiatives, and managing enterprise and public sector accounts. I have a strong educational foundation in Psychology, Business, and Data Analytics, which I leverage to enhance sales effectiveness through cross-functional collaboration.
At Amazon Web Services, I led cross-functional initiatives that supported scalable co-selling programs, driving partner development and partner-led revenue growth. My achievements include managing 83% of partner-created opportunities in 2023, exceeding my annual targets by 116%. I am passionate about delivering high-impact solutions in complex environments and continuously seek to improve performance through data analytics.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Partner Opportunity Manager
Amazon Web Services
Mar 2021 - Present (4 years 4 months)
Led cross-functional initiatives across AWS Public Sector partners and internal teams to support scalable co-selling programs across EMEA and LATAM, driving partner development and partner-led revenue growth. Designed KPIs and reporting frameworks for pipeline health, revenue forecasting, and partner-driven success, aligning internal sales metrics with external partner impact.
APN Opportunity Engagement – Program Specialist
Amazon Web Services
Nov 2019 - Present (5 years 8 months)
Spearheaded the design and EMEA-wide execution of AWS’s ACE (APN Customer Engagement) Program, a 0-to-1 initiative scaling AWS partner impact and visibility across multiple geographies. Acted as the sole SME for the program across EMEA, owning end-to-end lifecycle strategy: success metrics, training, partner onboarding, internal enablement, and integration with Salesforce CRM and Tableau.
Business Development Representative
Amazon Web Services
Apr 2018 - Present (7 years 3 months)
Qualified and managed a high volume of leads across UK and Ireland Public Sector (Education and Nonprofit), aligning with AWS sales strategies. Conducted strategic prospecting conversations to understand customer needs and identify partnership opportunities.
Technical Support Escalations & Project Management
Amazon Web Services
Feb 2014 - Present (11 years 5 months)
Managed global enterprise customer escalations, specializing in account structure, cost optimization, and billing support. Led internal projects to improve support processes and enhance customer experience.
Technical Support Associate
Amazon Web Services
Apr 2013 - Present (12 years 3 months)
Provided front-line cloud support for AWS customers and contributed to scalable support programs by driving customer-focused initiatives. Partnered with cross-functional stakeholders to manage sensitive customer cases and develop coordinated response strategies.
HR Administrator – Learning & Development and Recruitment
Federal Economic Bank
Jan 1999 - Present (26 years 6 months)
Spearheaded training and enablement initiatives across departments, coordinating large-scale upskilling programs aligned with business goals and workforce development needs. Managed end-to-end delivery of internal L&D projects—content planning, instructor coordination, event logistics, budgeting, and stakeholder communications.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University College Dublin
Certificate, Data Analytics
2021 - 2021
Completed a specialized program focusing on data analysis techniques and tools. Gained proficiency in interpreting complex datasets and generating actionable insights.
Dublin Business School
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
2013 - 2018
Undertook comprehensive studies in psychology, covering various theoretical frameworks and research methodologies. Developed a strong understanding of human behavior and cognitive processes.
IBAT College Dublin
Certificate, Business Studies
2015 - 2015
Acquired foundational knowledge in business principles and practices. Focused on key areas such as management, marketing, and finance.
Athlone Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Arts, Counselling and Psychotherapy
2010 - 2011
Began studies in counselling and psychotherapy, exploring therapeutic approaches and client-centered practices. Program was interrupted.
Universidade Católica de Brasília
Degree, Psychology
1999 - 2004
Completed a comprehensive program in psychology, gaining a deep understanding of psychological theories and research methods. Developed strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
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