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Overview
Work History
Education
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Languages
Training
Drivers License
Personal Note
Other Courses
Specialized Courses
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Ana Júlia Sampaio

Coloane

Summary

Experienced mindfulness educator and holistic well-being mentor specializing in developing and implementing meditation, relaxation, and self-awareness programs for individuals of all ages. Skilled in promoting personal growth through mindfulness practices in educational and community settings, contributing to mental health initiatives in schools. Proven ability to organize and lead diverse well-being workshops and events, including retreats, mindful movement classes, and nutrition sessions that promote sustainable living and emotional balance. Committed to integrating mindfulness education with the responsible use of natural resources to support holistic development and resilience in learners of all ages.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Mentor, trainer and project manager

Lugar Da Harmonia Project
01.2013 - 01.2024
  • - Founder of the Associação Lys Radiante.
  • - Mentor and project manager of a self-sustaining farm, a holistic centre for well-being, contact with nature, for a new education and sustainable economy
  • - Represented the organisation at community events and public forums to promote its mission.
  • - Instructor of well-being activities, develops and facilitates personal development and self-awareness activities.
  • - Promotes and supports program's aimed at sustainable and responsible use of the earth's natural resources and a balance between people and the elements of the planet.
  • - Teaches mindfulness: meditation and relaxation for children, young people and adults. Collaborates on mental health projects in the Ferreira do Zêzere school community.
  • - Coordinates and organises events such as retreats, meditations, vegetarian nutrition workshops, mindful dance workshops, meditative concerts, soul touch therapy and counselling.
  • - Guides and advises on budget decisions to maximise available resources.
  • - Implemented strategic offerings to enhance the company's product and service offerings.

Magazine Editor-in-Chief

African Woman Magazine
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Managing the editorial team, content, and day-to-day running of the magazine.
  • Coordinating tasks and delegating their execution to leaders, sub-leaders, and coordinators. Directed layout, design, and overall visual presentation of print and digital publications.
  • Ensured all deadlines were met by tracking the progress of multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Developed story ideas for publication in the magazine. Managed the layout of each issue to ensure that design elements complemented content.
  • Attended conferences or other events relevant to the industry.
  • Assigned stories to staff writers or freelancers based on their expertise or interests.
  • Maintained relationships with external sources such as advertisers, photographers, designers, illustrators.
  • Participated in planning meetings with other editors and senior management team members.
  • Organized editorial meetings to discuss current projects and upcoming issues. Oversaw layout design and worked with production team members to complete magazine content schedules. Supervised a team of writers, providing feedback and guidance to improve quality.
  • Organized and led editorial meetings to brainstorm content ideas and strategies.
  • Managed editorial calendar and ensured timely publication of all content pieces. Planned contents according to publication's style, editorial policy and publishing requirements.

Assistant General Manager

Mary Kay Cosmetics
01.2004 - 01.2012
  • Preparing and updating reports, financial information, insurance, and banking.
  • Medical assistant, managing and coordinating matters related to hygiene, security and office maintenance;
  • Managing the fleet: contracts, orders, insurances, and assisting in handing over the vehicles to the drivers.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers, vendors, and community partners. Obtaining and analyzing quotations and contracts with suppliers and vendors to secure favorable terms and pricing, ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • Handling and booking flights, hotels, prestigious meals, meetings, and training.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as filing paperwork, preparing documents.

Sales Promoter - Commercial Department

Solplay Hotel
01.2003 - 12.2003
  • Promoting the hotel's facilities: presenting the hotel's event spaces, catering options, and event management services to potential clients.
  • Provided excellent customer service by answering questions, solving problems, and responding to inquiries.
  • Performed administrative duties including filing paperwork, scheduling appointments.
  • Negotiating and Structuring Deals: Assisting in deal structuring, negotiating contracts, and issuing invoices.
  • Managing Customer Orders: Coordinating and following up on client orders.

Administrative Assistant to the General Manager

Lexmark International
01.2001 - 12.2003
  • Coordinated meetings, travel arrangements, and other events as needed.
  • Text and file processing; financial information reporting to the administration on a daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis; management, and coordination of office hygiene and maintenance-related concerns.
  • Monitored inventory levels, and placed new orders for merchandise to keep the supply well-stocked.
  • Provided administrative support to the executive management team by preparing agendas, presentations and meeting minutes. Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.
  • Handled confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
  • Ensured efficient operation of office equipment such as printers, copiers and fax machines.
  • Coordinated mailings including sorting mail, preparing packages for shipping via courier service or postal service.
  • Managed database systems containing customer contact information.

Administrative Assistant

Principia Lda.
01.2001 - 12.2001
  • Processing of text and files; receiving, and assisting clients and subscribers.
  • Organized and maintained filing systems, both paper and electronic. Sorted mail daily for distribution throughout the organization.
  • Prepared documents such as correspondence, presentations, spreadsheets, reports and other materials using Microsoft Office applications.
  • Ordered supplies and maintained an inventory of office equipment.
  • Answered phones to direct callers, schedule appointments, and provide general office information.

Secretary-Receptionist

Garmond Construction, Administration, and Management, Lda.
01.1999 - 12.2001
  • Administrative support to various business companies in the Office Center. Organized and maintained filing systems for important documents.
  • Prepared documents such as memos, letters, reports, spreadsheets and presentations using Microsoft Office applications.
  • Organising and maintaing filing systems, both paper and electronic.
  • Prepared documents such as correspondence, presentations, spreadsheets, reports and other materials using Microsoft Office applications.
  • Sorted mail daily for distribution throughout the organisation.
  • Ordered supplies and maintained an inventory of office equipment.
  • Managed office duties, ordered materials, organized workspaces, answered emails and phones to direct callers, scheduled appointments, distributed all incoming mail, provided courier services, handled faxes, and photocopied documents as requested, and provided general office information.

Sales Promoter

Solplay Hotel
01.1999 - 12.2001
  • Company Overview: Commercial Department.
  • Introducing the hotel, greeting and welcoming hotel guests, and announcing hotel services.
  • Event planning for groups, artist events, and weddings.
  • Commercial Department.
  • Provided excellent customer service by answering questions, solving problems, and responding to inquiries.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Hotel Receptionist

Space Travel
01.1997 - 12.1998
  • Provided excellent customer service to all guests by responding promptly to their requests or concerns.
  • Organized group check-ins according to prearranged plans. Greeted guests upon arrival and provided them with information regarding the hotel amenities, services, and local attractions. Assisted guests with directions and transportation arrangements when needed.
  • Informed housekeeping staff of any special requests made by guests.
  • Checked in guests using computerized reservation systems, collected payments, and verified credit cards.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately while adhering to established accounting procedures.
  • Coordinated with housekeeping staff to ensure the cleanliness of guest rooms, and contacted maintenance staff to report room or building issues.
  • Maintained accurate records of guest reservations, cancellations and no-shows.
  • Recorded guest comments or complaints, escalating to management for immediate resolution.

Administrative Assistant

Various
01.1993 - 12.1996
  • Performed different temporary employment with several businesses, including administrative, support for the trade department, promoter, hostess, model, and shop assistant.
  • Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
  • Created travel arrangements and distributed travel details to appropriate personnel.
  • Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
  • Managed database systems containing customer contact information.
  • Assisted with the planning of special events by arranging catering services, securing venues and ordering promotional materials.
  • Greeted visitors in a professional manner, responding to inquiries and directing them to appropriate personnel.
  • Scheduled appointments between clients and customers and internal staff members.
  • Managed office supplies inventory and placed orders when necessary.
  • Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.
  • Managed incoming calls while providing information or transferring callers to appropriate personnel.
  • Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements and completed expense reports for travel reimbursement.

Education

12th Grade - Psychology

S. Joseph University
06.2025

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Outlook

Languages

Portuguese: native
English: good (spoken, read, and written)

Training

  • Materialization of the world
  • Emotional intelligence
  • The 7 Habits: Learning to Fly
  • Junior Chamber International

Drivers License

true

Personal Note

I am creative, curious, responsible, self-taught and versatile. I am interested in continuing to renew and expand my knowledge and training. In addition to my professional experience, I have the ability and feel inspired to develop self-knowledge activities, personal development and activities that promote the well-being of all. I also feel motivated to carry out tasks that require organization, versatility and creativity.

Other Courses

  • Advance English
  • Stress management
  • Cosmetology, aesthetics, and techniques for body massage
  • Meditation
  • Conflict Management
  • Dance
  • Yoga Teacher Training (TTC 300)

Specialized Courses

  • Administrative secretarial skills
  • Sales methods
  • Excellence in customer service
  • Development of abilities for excellence in interpersonal relations
  • Instructors for meditation and relaxation for kids and teens

Timeline

Magazine Editor-in-Chief

African Woman Magazine
01.2014 - 01.2015

Mentor, trainer and project manager

Lugar Da Harmonia Project
01.2013 - 01.2024

Assistant General Manager

Mary Kay Cosmetics
01.2004 - 01.2012

Sales Promoter - Commercial Department

Solplay Hotel
01.2003 - 12.2003

Administrative Assistant to the General Manager

Lexmark International
01.2001 - 12.2003

Administrative Assistant

Principia Lda.
01.2001 - 12.2001

Secretary-Receptionist

Garmond Construction, Administration, and Management, Lda.
01.1999 - 12.2001

Sales Promoter

Solplay Hotel
01.1999 - 12.2001

Hotel Receptionist

Space Travel
01.1997 - 12.1998

Administrative Assistant

Various
01.1993 - 12.1996

12th Grade - Psychology

S. Joseph University

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