Speakers
Meet the global voices that are shaping SINFO's excellence.
Susana Bettencourt
Visiting Professor at the University of Minho,Researcher at 2c2t,Consultant at MdM Têxtil and Creative Director of, SUSANA BETTENCOURT
With Azorean roots (São Miguel Island), Susana Bettencourt lived in London for more than ten years, where she graduated in Fashion Design with a specialization in Knitwear, at the Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design, and concluded with distinction her Masters in Fashion Digital, at the London College of Fashion. Before launching her own name, Susana Bettencourt worked with designers such as Brooke Roberts and the Portuguese Alexandra Moura and Fátima Lopes. It should be noted that Susana Bettencourt's pieces are sold online, on several platforms.
She made her debut at Portugal Fashion in October 2011 and, in September 2014, she participated in the Vienna Fashion Week produced by Portugal Fashion Internacional. With the support of ANJE, she has been present at specialized exhibitions in cities such as London, Copenhagen and Paris. The young designer has also participated in editions of London Fashion Week and Vancouver Fashion Week, in addition to having held a fashion show in Malaysia.
Sessions
21 Apr 2026
13:30 - 14:20
Connect Stage
AI Fashion Hour
This panel brings together three complementary perspectives shaping the future of fashion through technology. From creative direction to digital product experience and fashion design, the conversation explores how Artificial Intelligence is influencing every stage of the industry. Together, they offer a holistic view of how AI and digital tools are transforming not only how fashion is created, but also how it is experienced and consumed.
