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Antonio Paraiso, o mestre da informação e conhecimento das mudanças provadas pela industria da moda e da captação intelectual dos modelos em programação nos nichos do mercado mundial, da qualidade e do espírito das épocasTRANSCRIPT
C O N F E R E N C E S P E A K E R
On Stage
“Diversity of knowledge
makes us unique …
…daring to be different
pays off and helps
achieving goals”
Antonio Paraiso
In the Press
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Quo Vadis, Luxus? is a set of articles on trends in the premium and luxury business, written by Antonio Paraiso and regularly published in MARKETEER, the best and most read marketing magazine in Portugal (full articles - in Portuguese - available in the Blog inside my website www.antonioparaiso.com)
My interview in SIM Events & Luxury
Magazine
My interview in Vida Economica Newspaper
My interview in Start&Go Magazine
Vida Economica Newspaperpages 8 and 9
My interview in MAC Brazilian Luxury
Blog
My interview in Premio Magazinepages 10 to 15
Reading mode: access the link and then 2 clicks in the black band below. 1st click in the square 2nd click in the arrows
Full interviews in Portuguese in the Blog in my website www.antonioparaiso.com
On Video
VideosYou can watch my videos in my You Tube Channel
www.youtube.com/user/121Paradise
Some Talks and Speaking Topics
Trends in the Luxury Universe
The Fascination of Luxury
Luxury and Secret Shopping
Luxtech: new technologies in luxury brands
Creative Liaisons: creativity in the luxury world
Luxury is going green : luxury and sustainability
Charm : antidote for the democratization of luxury
The Paradoxes of Luxury: enhancing them to create value
New Ideas for Businesses
Working Hollywood-style
I shall improve and sell more
The path to internationalization
5 steps to shake up your business
Innovation : helmets for homing pigeons?
How do you see the world? Food for thought
Selling Services: ideas on how to sell the invisible
Stories on internationalization and multiculturalism
Talks in
English
Spanish
Portuguese
Talks may have either a
technical or behavioural
focus depending on the
event topic and the interest
of the organizer ><
Antonio Paraiso
is an experienced speaker
on business topics and
speaks regularly in
congresses, conferences and
company events ><
What You Can Get
customized talk prepared for your event
new ideas and up-to-date approach
enthusiasm, energy and experience
proximity, by being available for Q&A and being part of your event
Some Happy Customers
PINE CLIFFS LUXURY RESORT
MARKETING NATIONAL CONGRESS
PORTO BUSINESS SCHOOL
IMPETUS
PERSONAL BRANDING CONGRESS
TMN MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS
OPTICIANS’ NATIONAL CONGRESS
ERGOVISAO
INTERNATIONAL TRADE FORUM
ART ON CHAIRS
PORTO JOIA . Jewelry Fair
OPTIVISAO
PORTUGUESE CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY
LOEWE
DELOITTE
GANT
ALCON
HB FULLER
LEICA
GROHE
L’ORÉAL
LEXUS
TOYOTA
SIKA
LAURASTAR
CARNIVAL OF LUXURY . Luxury Fair
BRITISH-PORTUGUESE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Short Bio Libretto
Short Bio Libretto
CastAntonio Paraiso # Marketing Consultant and Conference Speaker
Act IAntonio lived and went to school in London, Porto and Madrid
Executive Marketing MBA by the Porto Business School
Strategic Management of the Luxury Universe by the Instituto de Empresa Business School, Madrid
Diploma in International Trade and Distribution by the London School of Foreign Trade
Management Consultancy degree by the University of Porto
Several executive training programmes on innovation, marketing and sales
Act IIConsultant, conference speaker and trainer on marketing, sales, luxury, innovation and international business
Antonio Paraiso was International Market & Sales Manager during more than 18 years
He travelled the world and developed business relationships in more than 40 countries, across 4 continents
Collaborated with the World Marketing & Sales Forum and contributes to the Marketeer magazine
Antonio has lectured International Marketing, speaks 5 languages and is an innovation enthusiast
Holds more than 25 years of sensibleness and experience in dealing with customers
Antonio attends a World Forum every year, on Strategy, Innovation, Marketing or Sales
Act IIITrue passion in servicing and delighting customers
Relationship Builder and non-mainstream thinker, yet with plenty of common sense
Very detail-oriented and passionate about the world’s cultural diversity
Lived in England, Spain
and Germany. Nowadays,
lives in Portugal
Antonio has been
a foreign market manager
and a sales director, always
working in the international
market
Has traveled
the world and
visited more
than 40
countries in
4 continents
Exhibited and did business
in international exhibitions around the world,
from Casablanca to Milan, from Mexico City to Paris,
from Frankfurt to Las Vegas, from Helsinki to Mumbai,
from New York to Moscow, from Dubai to Toronto,
from Tokyo to Sao Paulo, from Oslo to Hong Kong
and in many other cities ...
Speaks and writes
5 languages
Enjoys traveling
and is
passionate about
cultural diversity
Has regularly negotiated, for
more than 18 years, with Arabs,
Russians, Europeans, Latin Americans,
Australians, Japanese, Africans, Indians,
Israelis, North Americans, and learned
the importance of cultural adaptation
when negotiating in an international
environment
in International Speakers’ Agencies
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GRUPO BCC
International Speakers BureauEurope and Latin America
Spontaneous Testimonials
I am a career counselor at one of the largest Business Schools in Pakistan. It will be a pleasure to have you visit and speak to our students.
Quratulain Babur, Senior Corporate Relations Executive at LUMS, Lahore
Luxury is very often wrongly defined I’m thrilled to watch a video that explains it so well. Bravo again! Should you speak at conferences in Paris, I´ll be delighted to go and listen to your talks. Ellie Abihssira, Manager at Société Immobilière et de Financement, Paris
I have watched some of your videos and I must say it has been inspiring and I have learned a lot. Thank you for sharing such great knowledge. Michael Iyogbon, Sales and Mkt Manager at 3D Impact, Nigeria
Thank you Antonio. I really liked how you simplified and at the same time praised (in your video) the concept of Luxury.
Valter Dorigon, Retail Manager in Milan
Antonio was by far the most inspiring trainer in the Entrepreneurship Programme. I’ve spent a fantastic time talking about business with him. He encouraged me to think through all problems. Pedro Ramoa, Entrepreneur
I have watched some of your videos. Please allow me to say that you are a truly engaging and inspiring speaker. I would be most glad to meet you and chat.Yiannis Alexopoulos, Business Developer at Appier, Taiwan
I saw the 5 Step methodology and a few other videos, too. They are good! Congrats. I like your ideas and agree in lots of things with you.
Edita Brathova, Executive Director at P.I.M. Slovakia
Antonio is right. The definition of luxury in his video is true.I don't need to hear more. BRAVO! Ellie Abihssira, Manager at Société Immobilière et de Financement, Paris
I appreciate your passion to make us discover the magic of luxury. I hope its mystery will still exist, for a long, long time…. Thank you.
Sophie Macaire, Packaging Designer for Luxury Brands, Paris
Your 5-Finger Methodology is very interesting and simple. It makes me quote: Simplicity is the most sophistication (Steve Jobs). It takes a lot of work for something to look easy.
Mauricio Inglada, General Manager at Porcelanosa, Spain
Excellent video, Antonio. Congratulations! Your work really has a luxury touch. I am honoured to be part of your network and will be delighted to welcome you in Sao Paulo for a conversation.Mailza Marinho, Luxury Specialist, Brazil
Antonio, as a storyteller, I love luxury… … telling stories is luxurious. Your video inspired and waxed me poetic :) You taught so much about business here - relationships in business; intimacy, letting people into your life to add reality to your product; the value of excellent storytelling to draw customers to your service. Awesome!Her Royal Highness Princess Carroll Ayo Durodola of Nigeria
Antonio, I was dazzled by your ability to communicate.
Cristina Marques Castro, Economist
An excellent Portuguese Mentor! Antonio, thank you for the motivation that you pass on to us. You make us move forward.
Elsa Alves, Nutritionist
Thank you for the brilliant presentation in the Career Evenings event. You’ve addressed the topics in a very appealing way. You contribution helps changing mindsets and paradigms.
Paula Rodrigues, HR Manager
Thank you very much for your wonderful presentation `Working Hollywood-style´ at Porto Business School, Porto, Portugal.
Ying-jian Ding, MBA student from China
I enjoyed very much your presentation. You know how to pass on ideas in a very clear way, you motivate and catch our attention. Thank you.
Miguel Sousa, Account Manager
Antonio, I have seen your TEDx Talk and I think that it was simply brilliant !
Ricardo Bastos, Student
I liked immeasurably your TEDx talk. The pauses in voice, the experience, the elegance in conveying that experience, your style ... Bravo!
Ana Paula Meira, Hotel Director
Antonio, your Strategic Innovation Seminar has been to me just like an “intoxication of strong emotions” Thank you very much.
Elisa Pais, Designer
I LOVED IT. You managed to surprise me again. With your joy, spontaneity and mainly with the magic that you apply to your words. These words are music to our ears. Thank you.
Sandra Furtado, Account Manager
Excellent visionary presentation, with no mince words, in the Personal Branding Congress. Antonio Paraiso prepares Portugal to welcome international job trends.
J. Ricardo Silva, HR Manager
I liked a lot your talk. You have conveyed a very realistic message. I like speakers who pass on something different, real examples, with shining eyes. They enrich the difficult times that we are living... Thank you for sharing your ideas! Ana Correia, Accounting Manager
I loved the seminar. To be honest, when you said that you were going to change the way we think, I thought that it would be impossible. But now, I really look at everything around me, in a different way. Alvaro Fonseca, Engineer
Congratulations on your presentation at the Personal Branding Congress, both as an entertainer and also for the message conveyed. I confess it was one of the best during the day.
Rita Pelica, Sales and Marketing Director
I’ve worked as business manager during 10 years in Brazil. I attended many seminars and talks, and yours was very motivating. One of the best seminars I have ever participated. You have charisma, you are kind and you know how to address the topics.
Alecs Pereira, IT Engineer
Please, let me tell you that I liked very much your seminar. You are not a speaker, Antonio. You are a great source of inspiration.... Congratulations!
Luis Graça, Photographer
Excellent Antonio! Thank you for sharing your experiences!! Please allow me to share your video in my Facebook page. Your story is so inspiring.
Andrea Cordoniz, Psychologist, Writer and Consultant in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Antonio, it is impossible to forget your presentation. We always meet someone, who leaves a lasting impression in our life. Thank you.
Manuel Bastos, Budgeting Expert
Congratulations. I was delighted with your presentation! Personally, I have a list of speakers I like listening to, and you Antonio went directly to my TOP 10 !
Alfredo Aguiar, Business Owner
I admire you. I wish there were many professionals like yourself, Antonio! How do you notice them?... They draw crowds, they influence and inspire others. Some Masters leave a lasting impression!
Jacinta Maciel, Event Organizer
Thank you for the inspiration and knowledge that you have passed on to us yesterday at the seminar.
Helena Bradáčová, Project Manager at the Portuguese Association of Creativity and Innovation
Antonio Paraiso is one of the best communicators that I know. All the team in our company loved his presentation.
Paula Pinho, Business Manager
Let me tell you that I have listened to many speakers, but there are not many like yourself, Antonio. Congratulations on your ability to communicate.
Vasco Furtado, Business Owner
Antonio, I think you are a ‘delicious’ motivator. Congratulations, once again, on your presentation.
Paula Freitas, Business Owner
This was one of the best seminars that I have ever attended, without any demagoguery. Antonio is naturally gifted to teach and share knowledge while talking to people. Congratulations!
Tania Oliveira, Business Owner
I had good teachers and trainers in the past, but you have been one of the best I’ve ever met. The presentation has been very motivating from the first to the last minute. Thank you.
Helder Mendes, Entrepreneur
Antonio is an excellent speaker! He catches the audience.
André Horta, Manager
Antonio, please let me tell you that this was one of the most fruitful sessions that I have participated lately. THANK YOU very much!
Nuno Afonso, Sales Technician
I loved the seminar and I would surely not get tired of listening to you during 2 full consecutive days!!!! Thank you for everything I’ve learned. I really liked it !!!
Marta Alves, Sales assistant
A true pleasure! Antonio managed the impossible and kept me awake and interested during the full Innovation Seminar, on Saturday, all day long. I had not been in such a rewarding and fulfilling session in a long time.
Tatiana Ferreira, Psychologist
In the end of the seminar, my team was much more motivated to improve the way they deal with customers.
Filipe Oliveira, Business Owner
Thanks, your 5-Finger Methodology is a great video… In the past there were already 23 depressions, and great companies - brands such as Nike, P&G, IBM, Chevrolet, Kelloggs always get out as better and winners because they invest more or they did not stop to communicate with their customers! Yours is a good communicationBrigita Lazar Lunder, Slovenian Representative at Competence Team Europe
Maybe it is pure coincidence, or maybe not…. The truth is that since the Innovation seminar, everything around me seems to be different. I certainly have a much WIDER MIND now!!! Thank you!
Margarida Caetano, Architect
Thanks. I like your thoughts about the crisis in you 5-Finger video. Nice and also true comments.
Tulshi Das, Business Owner of Bangladesh Trade International
I have looked at your webpage and your videos. I am really impressed. You make the difference!!
Blanka Cigler, Senior Consultant at Atol Business Solutions, Slovenia
I am impressed by the power of your mind and the open way you explain ideas and give advice. I liked the way you pass on your knowledge, making hours feel like just a few minutes.
Anabela Silva, Account Manager
Do not hesitate to attend this seminar. In the end, you’ll leave the room immediately motivated to face daily work!
Sandra Sousa, Business Owner
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