our dna is software
we are a multi-disciplinary team
of highly-qualified specialists in creative and development .
We apply this expertise to advertising and branding in social networks and mobile platforms. We believe social software is media, and invest in talent in software engineering, social media, planning and creative.
Our partners and team members are frequently invited to speak at major events in social media, social applications, Internet and Ruby on Rails, both in Brazil and New York.
Amanaiê is part of SocialSmart Ventures, and has gained national and international media attention. In an interview with founder Gilberto Jr., a blog specializing in innovative startups called Amanaiê "the next frontier in social advertising."
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Gilberto Alves Junior has been an interface designer for ten years and maintains the blog prati.ca. He was one of the first to work with and write about Web 2.0 in Brazil. He has given talks at companies like Microsoft, at events like iMasters Intercon and at universities such as PUC-Campinas and Ahhembi Morumbi. As a writer for Webinsider, his work has been cited in graduate and post-graduate publications in various fields.
Michael Nicklas has worked in software development and integration for the past fifteen years. He has a strong ability to identify new technologies and implement innovative business models, helping businesses like Viacom, IBM, Nielsen and Disney develop strategic technology initiatives. Michael is also a partner in Thirst, a software design and development firm located in New York, where he lives.
Carlos Brando has more than twelve years experience in software development, having worked with companies like Portugal Telecom Group, AT&T Latin America, DirecTV, SKY, VISA and Sugerworks Inc. He is the editor of the blog Nome do Jogo, a podcaster, and a recognized author. Carlos has been a guest speaker at some of the major technology events in Latin America, such as the Rails Summit.
Gil Giardelli is the co-founder of Gaia Creative, Justmail, Trendinnovation and Permission. He is a coordinator for courses at ESPM in Digital Innovation and Startups, Creative Economy and Entrepreneurship in the Digital Age. He has been a speaker at more than 400 events, including RioInfo, Fórum de Inovação RJ, WebExpoForum, and at companies like Banco Real, Visanet, Vivo, Natura, Motorola and others. He is the co-author of the book "Internet - O Encontro de Dois Mundos," and author of "E-Causos."