Luana Lima

Business Development & Strategic Partnerships Executive

Greater Faro Area

About

Business Development professional with over 23 years of experience developing strategic partnerships, creating commercial opportunities and driving growth across premium customer environments. Experience spanning financial services, telecommunications, luxury retail and consulting, with a consistent focus on client development, relationship management and business growth. Strong commercial acumen, stakeholder management and negotiation skills, combined with the ability to connect people, brands and opportunities. Currently working within the luxury sector and particularly interested in opportunities across luxury, beauty and premium brands. Core expertise: Business Development | Strategic Partnerships | Client Development | Commercial Growth | Stakeholder Management | Brand Positioning | Negotiation

Experience

  • Boutique Director at Boutique dos Relógios
    Aug 2023 - Present · 3 yrs

    Responsible for business development, strategic partnerships and client relationship management within one of Portugal's most exclusive luxury retail destinations. Working closely with clients, partners and stakeholders to identify opportunities, strengthen brand visibility and support sustainable commercial growth. Focused on building long-term relationships, developing strategic partnerships and delivering exceptional client experiences within the luxury sector.

  • Image Consultant at Luana Lima
    Apr 2020 - Present · 6 yrs 4 mos

    Founder of an independent consultancy focused on executive presence, professional image and personal branding. Deliver corporate workshops and training programmes designed to support professional development, customer-facing teams and brand representation standards. Worked with organisations including Designer Outlet Algarve, W Algarve and Faro Avenida Business Center.

  • Account Manager Key Account at Lendismart
    Jan 2022 - Aug 2023 · 1 yr 8 mos

    Responsible for business development and partner network expansion across the Algarve region. Developed relationships with strategic partners through direct prospecting, stakeholder engagement and commercial negotiations, supporting portfolio growth and market expansion. Managed key accounts and business relationships within the financial services sector, identifying opportunities to strengthen partnerships and generate sustainable business growth.

  • Sales Consultant at LeaseCapital
    May 2020 - Jan 2021 · 9 mos

    Developed partnerships within the automotive sector, supporting business growth through financing, leasing and mobility solutions. Managed business relationships and identified commercial opportunities to strengthen partner engagement and expand market presence.

  • Business Expansion Manager at MAXFINANCE Portugal
    Apr 2019 - Apr 2020 · 1 yr 1 mo

    Responsible for franchise network expansion across the Algarve region, developing relationships with prospective business partners and supporting regional growth initiatives. Led prospecting, stakeholder engagement and commercial negotiations to strengthen market presence and drive business development.