Azul Brazilian AirlinesHead of Sustainability
Nov. 2020 - Oct. 2021Team & Project Management
Managed a team of over 40 professionals passionate about the field, directly responsible for project budget oversight and reporting to the Board of Directors and the VP of People & Customers.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) Leadership
Founded and led the company’s DE&I program, advocating for structured governance, conducting the first-ever organizational diagnosis, and presenting the topic for the first time to the full Executive Committee and Board of Directors.
Strategic Alliances & Advocacy
Represented the company in the UN Women partnership and signed the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs).
Led the company’s adherence to the UN Global Compact and chaired four Working Groups to guide sustainable growth.
Influenced the CEO to sign the Business Ambition for 1.5°C commitment letter.
Convinced the Executive Committee to set a Net Zero target for 2045 instead of 2050.
Sustainability Strategy & Education
Conducted sustainability workshops with the VP, directors, and peers.
Established a Sustainability Education Hub in partnership with UniAzul.
Completed the first-ever GHG Protocol Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions inventory, with third-party verification.
Promoted the construction of a green hangar (LEED-certified), the second in the Americas, explaining LEED benefits to stakeholders.
Reporting & External Ratings
Led corporate submissions to DJSI (Dow Jones Sustainability Index) and ISE B3 (first inclusion in 2022 portfolio).
Drove the completion of the CDP Climate Change questionnaire, improving the company’s score from D to B.
Climate & Risk Management
Coordinated environmental and climate risk assessment following TCFD methodology with cross-departmental involvement.
Advised the Safety department in creating a platform to track occupational safety indicators.
Regulatory & Technical Leadership
Served as the technical focal point for sustainability regulatory matters with ANAC and IATA.
Built the company’s first sustainability platform and led internal and external sustainability communication.
Overall Mandate
Responsible for integrating sustainability into business strategy, developing excellence in Corporate Sustainability, CSR, Health, Well-being, and Safety Culture for all crew members, customers, and investors of Azul.