Filipa Fernandes is a seasoned executive with a global footprint across Fashion, Retail, Real Estate, FMCG and IT. With over two decades of leadership experience, she has driven business development, digital transformation, and market expansion at top international organizations.
As Managing Director at Expansion Labs International, she guides global retailers and landlords in digitalization, omnichannel strategies, and business intelligence. In her role as Global Business Development & Strategy Director at Emplate, she leverages AI and analytics to scale innovative strategies worldwide.
Her expertise spans AI, VR, AR, gamification, e-commerce, and business intelligence, with a focus on merging technology with retail. A recognized thought leader and professor in fashion, management, digital marketing and innovation, she contributes to executive education and research. Fluent in multiple languages, she is a sought-after speaker and a key figure in Fashion, Strategy, AI, and Digital Transformation.
