Partners & Regional Advisors
The collaborators listed here work independently with MGLA International on select initiatives. They are not employees, but trusted and strategic partners in our global vision.
CEO, FOUNDER & VISIONARY OF MGLA INTERNATIONAL - WEST COAST ♓
Matheus Gonzaga
Matheus Gonzaga is a Brazilian-born, Los Angeles-based international trade consultant, entrepreneur, writer and yogi. With a background in International Relations and an MBA in Global Business & International Trade, he has built a career connecting brands and cultures across more than 19 countries, speaking 8 languages along the way.
After years of working in trade diplomacy and joining global fairs in the HoReCa and wellness industries, Matheus founded MGLA International, a consultancy at the intersection of global commerce and conscious living. MGLA reflects his initials and his deep love for Los Angeles, where his business took root.
Whether he's guiding a wellness brand through customs regulations, advising expats on building international careers, or leading a rooftop event under the stars, Matheus blends strategy with soul. He believes that doing business can be both global and grounded, intuitive and structured.
His vision? To build a bridge between purpose-driven brands and global markets. And maybe help you find your place in the world, too.
CREATIVE & CULTURAL STRATEGY CONSULTANT - EAST COAST ♑
Dayanne Araujo
Dayanne brings a visionary and heartfelt approach to MGLA as a Creative & Cultural Strategy Consultant, combining a deep passion for fashion, music, and art with a powerful presence. She writes for magazines, blogs and connects with music fans around the world.
She offers insights with empathy and authenticity, inspiring creative communities and brands to embrace their unique identities and tell stories that truly matter.
She believes in the power of visual storytelling combined with cultural strategies to amplify unique voices, connect global communities, and drive purpose-driven brand growth.
As the East Coast Collaborator, she embodies a dynamic force, supporting MGLA brand’s voice with purpose and passion, championing a global movement that celebrates diversity, creativity and connection in an ever-evolving world.
VISUAL DIRECTOR (INDEPENDENT) & PHOTOGRAPHER - WEST COAST ♈
Devereaux Clark
Devereaux, known simply as Dev, is the eye behind many of MGLA’s most striking visuals. As a freelance photographer and visual director, he brings a sharp eye for aesthetics . His camera doesn’t just capture images, it translates energy, culture, and movement into visual stories that resonate.
Based in Los Angeles with a spirit that travels beyond borders, Dev has a portfolio spanning fashion, wellness and conscious branding. He collaborates with MGLA on campaigns, team portraits, wellness events and visual insights for conscious businesses. His talent lies in seeing the soul of a moment and making it shine.
Whether shooting under golden hour skies in LA or by the beach in Mexico or Greece, Dev reminds us that beauty is vibration, and photography is magic.
GEO-TRADE STRATEGIST & ESG MARKET ADVISOR - BRAZIL ♊
Paloma Cabral
Paloma brings the pulse of global development to MGLA. With a background in Geography and a sharp eye on geopolitical trends, she collaborates on region-specific research, strategic insights into global trade shifts and ESG frameworks. From trade blocs and compliance to sustainability and development, Paloma supports MGLA and its clients in making informed, responsible and expansive moves worldwide.
As an ESG & Geo-Trade Advisor, she identifies growth opportunities, tracks socio-political risks and builds bridges between ethical brands and the evolving global landscape. Paloma is analytical, intuitive and deeply aligned with MGLA’s mission to lead conscious international trade.
Whether guiding a brand through regional compliance or designing a strategy rooted in sustainability, Paloma ensures every step is not just smart, but soulfully aligned.
SUSTAINABLE & ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISOR - AUSTRALIA ♊
Benjamin Tyacke
Ben brings an eco-conscious perspective to MGLA’s global vision. With a Master’s in Environmental Science and a professional background in education, he bridges sustainability, strategy and business with care and precision.
Known for his grounded energy, cultural sensitivity, and forward-thinking ideas, Ben supports MGLA’s Oceania collaborations by offering insights that center ethics and impact. From yoga mats to environmentally conscious lifestyle goods, he helps brands take mindful steps into global markets.
As a contributor to MGLA’s advisory network, Ben offers strategic guidance on sustainable practices, acting as a thoughtful voice for climate awareness and conscious trade in a changing world.
MEDIA CREATIVE & EXECUTIVE PRODUCER - WEST COAST ♓
Giovanna Badillo
The eye behind the lens and the energy behind the scenes, Giovanna collaborates with MGLA International as a Media Creative & Executive Producer, contributing to the visual direction of the brand across videomaking, content and digital storytelling. With a deep understanding of aesthetics, intention and mood, she co-creates closely with the founder to craft imagery that not only captures the spirit of MGLA, but elevates its global presence.
From campaign shoots to social media curation, Gigi plays a pivotal role in turning vision into visual language. Her work ensures that every frame feels aligned, magnetic, and unmistakably MGLA. When she’s not behind the camera or shaping creative concepts, you’ll likely find her hiking LA’s hills or chasing sunsets, her favorite way to decompress from the city’s chaotic rhythm.
ASIA MARKET ADVISOR - WEST COAST & TAIWAN ♐
Melissa Kimble
Melissa is MGLA’s compass in the East. Born in Taiwan and shaped by a global mindset, she brings depth, adaptability, and heart to every market she touches. With a strong understanding of Asian cultures and consumer landscapes, Melissa supports emerging wellness and lifestyle brandsin connecting with global audiences, guiding them through international expansion with cultural finesse and strategic insight.
Her natural charisma, resilience and sense of beauty make her an essential voice in MGLA’s global bridgework. From sustainable yoga mats to mindful skincare, she contributes to the brand’s journey on compliance, logistics and deep understanding of the Asian market with elegance and empathy.
Melissa doesn’t just represent businesess. She represents possibility, weaving Asia into MGLA’s vision of soulful, conscious global trade.
FINANCIAL & STRATEGIC ADVISOR - BRAZIL ♓
Larissa Fonseca
Larissa is a natural-born leader who blends strategic thinking with deep empathy. With a degree in Business Administration and years of experience as an entrepreneur, she balances inventory, people, numbers and vision with grace.
Her business background is complemented by her current studies in Information Technology, expanding her skills in systems, digital tools, and future-focused problem solving. Whether managing budgets or refining growth strategies, Larissa brings clarity and calm to every financial challenge MGLA can face.
Her leadership style is grounded in compassion, intuition, and accountability, making her not just a numbers person, but a true pillar of emotional intelligence.
A Pisces through and through, Larissa believes that our humanity is our superpower. Her guiding value is empathy, meeting people where they are and finding smart, conscious ways to help them move forward.