
About this Event
In her keynote, (Dis)Oriented: how to let your path choose you, Paola Matacchioni shares how she built a career across global tech companies while stepping into the world of stand-up comedy. She reflects on how humour, discomfort, and experimentation can help us grow both professionally and personally.
About Paola Matacchioni
Born in Milan and now based in London, Paola is an Italian-British Partner Marketing Manager at Smartsheet with experience across Meta, Google, Adobe, and TaskRabbit. Alongside her corporate career, she has worked as a consultant supporting startups and charities, and began performing stand-up comedy across Milan, London, and Rome in 2023. She has since debuted on major stages, including The Comedy Store and The Leicester Square Theatre. She now aims to bridge the gap between the “serious” business world and the creative spirit of comedy. She is also an avid traveller, diver, and solo adventurer.
Part of SRT ConnectED Lisbon
This keynote is part of SRT ConnectED Lisbon, an international postgraduate event for graduates and professionals exploring career growth, international study, or executive education. Whether you’re considering a master’s, an MBA, or looking to build confidence and direction in your next step, the event connects ambition with inspiration.
Join this keynote by registering for the full SRT ConnectED Lisbon event here - entry is free!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Iberostar Selection Lisboa, 64 Rua Castilho, Lisboa, Portugal
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