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Irlanda De Brito Paim

Executive English Mentor & Founder

Irlanda De Brito Paim
Lisboa, Portugal

Experience

Jan 2023 - Present
3 years 3 months

Executive English Mentor & Founder

Speak to Lead

  • Design and deliver tailored programs for organizations and educational institutions, including ‘Corporate Training’, ‘1-1 Executive Mentoring’, ‘School Edition - for Students and for Staff Communication & Collaboration’
  • Blend executive communication techniques with neurolanguage coaching and leadership mentoring principles
  • Support professionals in developing confidence and presence in English communication across multicultural environments
Jan 2020 - Dec 2021
2 years

Strategic Business Consultant

Independent

  • Support professionals and small teams in improving clarity and consistency in business communication
  • Assist in refining internal processes and workflow practices to enhance collaboration
  • Contribute to initiatives aimed at strengthening stakeholder relationships and cross-functional understanding
Jan 2016 - Dec 2018
3 years

Project & Sustain Manager – SAP Center of Excellence

BP

  • Present KPI performance reviews to the Regional President and executive leadership team, guiding strategic discussions and influencing decision-making on key operational priorities
  • Support senior leaders in translating performance insights into actionable improvements, aligning technology with business strategy and execution
  • Deliver in-house SAP and Maximo training for supervisors and technical teams, strengthening capability and system adoption across the organization
Feb 2010 - Jan 2016
6 years

Activity Planning Systems & Tools Manager / Primavera Administrator / Maximo Administrator

BP

  • Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to streamline processes and ensure audit readiness
  • Train end users and operational teams, improving efficiency and process consistency
  • Act as liaison between operations and IT to ensure system alignment and communication clarity
Jan 2007 - Dec 2010
4 years

Business Analyst – Inventory & Material Management

BP

  • Conduct analytical reporting and performance reviews to support data-driven decisions
  • Collaborate with procurement, finance, and supply chain teams to ensure operational accuracy and communication flow
Jan 2005 - Present
21 years 3 months

Freelancer – Translation, Proofreading & Communication Services

Freelancer

  • Support clients in refining clarity, tone, and accuracy for multilingual business communication
  • Deliver language and communication services ensuring precision and professional consistency
Jan 2005 - Dec 2006
2 years

SAP Coordinator – Offshore Logistic Management System

TOTAL EP

  • Maintain accuracy of logistics scheduling, reporting, and compliance documentation
  • Improve communication flow between field teams and leadership for timely operational decisions

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Professional Services (21 years), Energy (14 years), and Education (3 years).

Professional Services
Energy
Education

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Customer Service (21 years), Information Technology (11 years), Operations (10 years), Project Management (9 years), Finance (4 years), and Procurement (4 years).

Customer Service
Information Technology
Operations
Project Management
Finance
Procurement

Summary

Executive Communication Mentor and Strategic Business Consultant with over 15 years of experience in corporate, consulting, and international environments. Combines strategic project leadership with human-centered communication to empower organizations and individuals to perform with clarity, confidence, and impact. Founder of the ‘Speak to Lead’ program, integrating executive communication, leadership mentoring, and cross-cultural collaboration in English. Skilled in managing transformation initiatives, facilitating high-level dialogues, and designing communication strategies that align teams with business objectives.

Skills

  • Executive Communication & Mentoring

  • Leadership And Communication Development

  • Executive Presence & Public Speaking Coaching

  • Cross-cultural & Multilingual Communication In English

  • Program Design And Facilitation For Professional Development

  • Confidence And Clarity Coaching For Leaders & Students

  • Training Delivery & Knowledge Transfer (Train-the-trainer Experience)

  • Strategic Consulting & Leadership

  • Project & Program Management (Agile & Scrum)

  • Stakeholder Engagement & Cross-functional Integration

  • Business Process Optimization & Change Management

  • Standard Operating Procedures (Sop) Design & Implementation

  • Data-driven Decision Making & Kpi Reporting

  • Sap, Ibm Maximo & Enterprise Systems Management

Languages

Portuguese
Native
English
Advanced
French
Intermediate

Education

IBC Academy & North Kent College

Diploma · Logistics Management · United Kingdom

Community College of Rhode Island

Associate’s Degree · Liberal Arts, Psychology · United States

Certifications & licenses

Business Intelligence Analyst

Udemy, Lisbon

PMP Fundamental Training

BP Learning Center

SAP SCM Fundamental Training

BP Learning Center

Certified International Coach

International Coaching Community (ICC)

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Where is Irlanda based?

Irlanda is based in Lisboa, Portugal and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Irlanda speak?

Irlanda speaks the following languages: Portuguese (Native), English (Advanced), French (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Irlanda have?

Irlanda has at least 21 years of experience. During this time, Irlanda has worked in at least 7 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years. Note that Irlanda may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Irlanda be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Irlanda would be well-suited for roles such as: Executive English Mentor & Founder, Strategic Business Consultant, Project & Sustain Manager – SAP Center of Excellence.

What is Irlanda's latest experience?

Irlanda's most recent position is Executive English Mentor & Founder at Speak to Lead.

What companies has Irlanda worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Irlanda has worked for Speak to Lead, Independent, and Freelancer.

Which industries is Irlanda most experienced in?

Irlanda is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Energy, and Education.

Which business areas is Irlanda most experienced in?

Irlanda is most experienced in business areas like Customer Service, Information Technology (IT), and Operations. Irlanda also has some experience in Project Management, Finance, and Procurement and Purchasing.

Which industries has Irlanda worked in recently?

Irlanda has recently worked in industries like Professional Services and Education.

Which business areas has Irlanda worked in recently?

Irlanda has recently worked in business areas like Customer Service, Human Resources (HR), and Operations.

What is Irlanda's education?

Irlanda attended IBC Academy & North Kent College for Logistics Management.

Does Irlanda have any certificates?

Irlanda has 4 certificates. Among them, these include: Business Intelligence Analyst, PMP Fundamental Training, and SAP SCM Fundamental Training.

What is the availability of Irlanda?

Irlanda is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Irlanda?

Irlanda's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.

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