Sónia Nogueira has a PhD in marketing and strategy, a master's in business management with a specialization in marketing, and tourism marketing. With more than 15 years of practical experience in marketing and tourism marketing for companies as a marketing CEO, customer care centers, and quality management director for 10 years in the automotive sector. CEO and founder of a Tourism and cultural marketing events company in northern Portugal, with ESG certification. Development of teaching activities for over ten years in marketing, strategy, tourism marketing, and brand communication in several public and private high school institutions such as Lusófona University, ISCAP, Minho University, and Portucalense University. Currently, works as a lecturer at Minho University and Portucalense University and coordinates the Marketing Degree, collaborating also with international research programs with several international schools. With filiation in REMIT (an investigation center from the Unive
EDUCATION
PhD in Marketing and Strategy
Master Degree in Management
Degree in Management
RESEARCH, TEACHING, or OTHER INTERESTS
Marketing, Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality Management, Strategy and Management
Shaping emerging marketing trends: the role of academia–business collaboration, marketing orientation and digital transformation adoption Carla Viana, Sílvia Faria, Sónia Nogueira, Orlando Lima Rua Management Research, 2026 Purpose This study aims to analyse the role of academia-business collaboration and marketing orientation in digital transformation in the context of emerging trends in marketing. Design/methodology/approach The Delphi method was used, involving a panel of 45 experts in marketing, academia-business collaborations and digital transformation, consulted in successive rounds to achieve consensus on theoretical propositions derived from the literature. Findings The findings confirm the initial propositions and reveal a set of emerging marketing trends that are driven by the adoption of digital technologies. Areas such as artificial intelligence, personalisation, automation and digital ethics are among the trends identified by experts. It was found that the collaboration between academia and companies improves the marketing orientation in business organisations and can facilitate the adoption of digital transformation. However, this effect depends on organisational factors. Research limitations/implications Although based on a qualified and contextually relevant panel, the qualitative nature of the study can limit the generalisability of its findings. Future research should test these results through a quantitative study. Practical implications The results provide an orientation for companies to build partnerships with academia to stimulate innovation and strengthen market competitiveness. Originality/value The study fills a gap by providing empirical evidence on the relationship between academia-business collaboration, marketing orientation and digital transformation adoption.
Digital communication strategies for sustainable textile brands: A case study César Pinto, Sónia Nogueira, Sílvia M. P. S. Faria, Bruno Barbosa Sousa Fostering Economic Diversification and Sustainable Business Through Digital Intelligence, 2025 Digital marketing is fundamental for boosting sales and enhancing companies' visibility in the current business land. This scenario holds particular relevance when many brands embrace sustainability as a cornerstone of their operations. The objective of this chapter will be to analyze the branding and communication digital strategies adopted by textile companies.Digital platforms allow brands to share their initiatives and progress transparently and engagingly. Online marketing strategies, such as educational content about sustainability, can help raise consumer awareness and create a strong connection between the brand and its audience. Consequently, integrating sustainability into digital marketing strategies adds value to the brand and strengthens the relationship with consumers increasingly committed to a conscious and environmentally responsible lifestyle. This chapter presents insights for marketing and communication in fashion management contexts. At the end, the limitations of the study and lines of future research will be presented.
Assessing an Eco-Destination Management Structure: A Case Study João Carvalho, Sónia Nogueira, Luís Pacheco Proceedings of the International Conference on Tourism Research, 2025 Ecotourism is very important in contributing to the development of a healthier way to do tourism and, at the same time, to the wealth of a territory. This study aims to assess a relevant case study – Peneda-Gerês National Park (PGNP), in Portugal, applying a new model approach to managing eco-destinations. The results show that all aspects predicted by the ATOS (Aims, Tools, Operational domains, and Stakeholders) model are present in PGNP management except for one: promoting cultural exchange and understanding. This empirical substantiation of the proposed model analysis opens the possibility of influencing ecotourism management practice, helping to perform private and public audits of eco-destinations in any part of the world. Moreover, it contributes to framing the development of new sustainable eco-activities and eco-destinations.
Religious Tourism Events and Insights for AI on International Volunteering: The Case Study of Braga's Holy Week (Portugal) Filipa Barroso, Bruno Barbosa Sousa, Laurentina Vareiro, Sónia Nogueira Impacts of AI on International Volunteering, 2025 The tourism sector makes a significant contribution to the development of the territory. Due to the strong set of religious structures and traditions, the north of Portugal is a region where religious tourism has a significant impact, serving as an economic engine for the region and generating a dynamic in the local economies. Holy Week in the city of Braga is one of the most outstanding examples of this, constituting a unique tourist attraction that enhances the municipality's promotion. A qualitative research study was conducted through three interviews with various institutional agents. The analysis of the collected information enabled us to gain detailed insights, thereby enhancing our understanding of Holy Week event organization and its tourist profile. From an interdisciplinary perspective, this chapter presents some insights into religious tourism, religious events but also envisages the relationship that artificial intelligence could play in international volunteering.
Impact of documentaries on the identity and sustainability of territories-exploratory study by MDOC Melgaço International Documentary Festival Risti Revista Iberica De Sistemas E Tecnologias De Informacao, 2024
Governance Issues in Protected Areas: The Case of Peneda-Gerês National Park Proceedings of the International Conference on Tourism Research, 2022
Semiotics and e-branding in tourism communication: Study of the covers of digital magazines in the pandemic period COVID-19 Risti Revista Iberica De Sistemas E Tecnologias De Informacao, 2020
The peneda-gerĕs national park visitors’ profile and travel motivations: Implications for relationship marketing National Parks Biodiversity Management and Environmental Issues, 2016
Examining tourism stakeholder networks and relationship quality: The specific case of peneda gerês national park (PNPG) Revista Portuguesa De Estudos Regionais, 2014
RECENT SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS
The Impact of Cultural Events on the Identity, Sustainability, and Image of Territories: The Case of MDOC–Melgaço International Documentary Film Festival C VASCONCELOS, BB SOUSA, S NOGUEIRA The Future of Events: Trends, Technologies, and Stakeholder Engagement , 2026 2026
Shaping emerging marketing trends: the role of academia–business collaboration, marketing orientation and digital transformation adoption C Viana, S Faria, S Nogueira, O Lima Rua Management Research: Journal of the Iberoamerican Academy of Management, 1-20 , 2026 2026
Religious Tourism Events and Insights for AI on International Volunteering: The Case Study of Braga's Holy Week (Portugal) F Barroso, BB Sousa, L Vareiro, S Nogueira Impacts of AI on International Volunteering - IGI Global Scientific … , 2026 2026
Social Media Marketing Management—The Importance of Planning and Adopting Good Practices for Brand Success: Small and Medium Companies Perspective in the Portuguese Market D Silva, S Faria, S Nogueira, B Sousa International Conference on Marketing and Technologies, 391-407 , 2025 2025
Strategic Management Structure of an eco-destination S João, M. S., Ramazanova, M., Pacheco, L., Durão, M., Nogueira Advances in Tourism, Technology and Systems: Selected Papers from ICOTTS … , 2025 2025
Assessing an Eco-Destination Management Structure: A Case Study J Carvalho, S Nogueira, L Pacheco International Conference on Tourism Research 8 (1), 21-29 , 2025 2025 Citations: 1
Digital literacy as a key factor in marketing education and business-academy relationship: A digital transformation approach OL Viana, C., Faria, S., Nogueira, S., & Rua 5th International Conference in Information Technology & Education, , 2025 2025
Sustainability Dimensions, Inclusive Marketing, and the Tetrad-Value Theory: The Generation Z Perceptions S Carvalho, J. M. S., Nogueira In B. Masiello, F. Izzo, & E. Bonetti (Eds.), Inclusive Marketing and Social … , 2025 2025
Emerging Trends in eco-cultural tourism: a bibliometric analysis of 25 years of research [abstract] M Duraão, M Ramazanova, S Nogueira, C J. S., L Pacheco Book of Abstracts, Porto, 33-36 , 2025 2025
Digital Communication Strategies for Sustainable Textile Brands: A Case Study C Pinto, S Nogueira, SMPS Faria, BB Sousa Fostering Economic Diversification and Sustainable Business Through Digital … , 2025 2025 Citations: 1
About the Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Tourism Research viii Preface xi Biographies of Chairs and Keynote Speakers xii Review Committee xiv MG Blanza, J Carvalho, S Nogueira, L Pacheco, C Silva, E Castro-Neves, ... International Conference on Tourism Research 8 (1) , 2025 2025
The hidden reasons behind generation Z's green choices JM Lopes, S Gomes, N Suchek, S Nogueira Discover Sustainability 5 (1), 520 , 2024 2024 Citations: 48
Digital Transformation, E-Commerce, and Branding—A Qualitative Study on the Unique Relationship Between Brand Equity and Consumer Engagement in the Portuguese Fashion Market CA Pinto, SF Nogueira, S Faria, BB Sousa International Conference on Marketing and Technologies, 865-876 , 2024 2024 Citations: 1
Mapping entrepreneurial competences for the cultural and creative industries: An application of the European entrepreneurship competence framework to course design M Durão, S Fernandes, S Nogueira, A Neves Entrepreneurship-Digital Transformation, Education, Opportunities and Challenges , 2024 2024 Citations: 2
THE ROLE OF MARKETING IN THE MANAGEMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: THE CASE OF THE MADALENA CLINIC GROUP. A Morão, C Brito, S Nogueira, R Dias, R Galvão Environmental & Social Management Journal/Revista de Gestão Social e … , 2024 2024
Impacto da realização de documentários na identidade e sustentabilidade dos territórios-estudo exploratório do MDOC Festival Internacional de Documentário de Melgaço S Nogueira, C Vasconcelos, B Sousa Revista Ibérica de Sistemas e Tecnologias de Informação, 137-152 , 2024 2024
Experiential Marketing and Purchase Intention of Ecotourism Experiences: Z-Generation Case S Nogueira, M Durão, L Pacheco, M Ramazanova, J Carvalho 7th International Conference on Tourism Research: ICTR , 2024 2024 Citations: 10
Case of Melgaço (Portugal) G Xavier, S Nogueira, L Vareiro Advances in Tourism, Technology and Systems: Selected Papers from ICOTTS … , 2024 2024
Unlocking the dichotomy of place identity/place image and its impact on place satisfaction for ecotourism destinations S Nogueira, JMS Carvalho Journal of Ecotourism 23 (1), 1-19 , 2024 2024 Citations: 41
How do guests evaluate eco-certified hotels? An analysis of guests’ reviews of Portuguese hotels L Pacheco, M Ramazanova, JMS Carvalho, S Nogueira, M Durão Tourism and Hospitality Research, 14673584241264776 , 2024 2024 Citations: 9
MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS
Willingness to pay more for green products: A critical challenge for Gen Z S Gomes, JM Lopes, S Nogueira Journal of Cleaner Production 390, 136092 , 2023 2023 Citations: 575
Stakeholder network integrated analysis: The specific case of rural tourism in the Portuguese Peneda‐Gerês National Park S Nogueira, JC Pinho International Journal of Tourism Research 17 (4), 325-336 , 2015 2015 Citations: 80
The hidden reasons behind generation Z's green choices JM Lopes, S Gomes, N Suchek, S Nogueira Discover Sustainability 5 (1), 520 , 2024 2024 Citations: 48
Unlocking the dichotomy of place identity/place image and its impact on place satisfaction for ecotourism destinations S Nogueira, JMS Carvalho Journal of Ecotourism 23 (1), 1-19 , 2024 2024 Citations: 41
The importance of a green marketing strategy in brand communication - M. Coutinho Multi-brand car dealer case in Northern Portugal S Nogueira Proceedings of The Third Economics, Business And Organization Research (EBOR … , 2020 2020 Citations: 28
Entrepreneurship learning: Applying a revised experiential learning model to cultural and creative industries M Durão, S Nogueira, S Fernandes, A Neves Perspectives and Trends in Education and Technology: Selected Papers from … , 2023 2023 Citations: 12
Inclusivity and corporate social responsibility in marketing N Carvalho, J. M. S., Nogueira, S., Martins Innovative Marketing 19 (1), 1-12 , 2023 2023 Citations: 12
Semiótica e e-branding em comunicação de turismo: estudo das capas de revistas digitais no período pandémico Covid-19 A Machado, S Nogueira, B Sousa Revista Ibérica de Sistemas e Tecnologias de Informação, 293-308 , 2020 2020 Citations: 12
Examining tourism stakeholder networks and relationship quality: the specific case of Peneda Gerês National Park (PNPG) SFM Nogueira, JCMR Pinho Revista portuguesa de estudos regionais, 23-33 , 2014 2014 Citations: 11
Experiential Marketing and Purchase Intention of Ecotourism Experiences: Z-Generation Case S Nogueira, M Durão, L Pacheco, M Ramazanova, J Carvalho 7th International Conference on Tourism Research: ICTR , 2024 2024 Citations: 10
Perspetiva integrada de stakeholders, redes e qualidade do relacionamento em turismo: aplicação ao Parque Nacional Peneda-Gerês SFM Nogueira PQDT-Global , 2012 2012 Citations: 10
How do guests evaluate eco-certified hotels? An analysis of guests’ reviews of Portuguese hotels L Pacheco, M Ramazanova, JMS Carvalho, S Nogueira, M Durão Tourism and Hospitality Research, 14673584241264776 , 2024 2024 Citations: 9
A configurational approach to understanding trust in rural tourism accommodation during the COVID-19 pandemic crisis JC Pinho, S Nogueira, I Macedo Consumer Behavior in Tourism and Hospitality 18 (1), 140-154 , 2023 2023 Citations: 6
The importance of technology and digital media to promote Tourism destinations: A conceptual review S Nogueira, J Carvalho International Conference on Marketing and Technologies, 515-525 , 2022 2022 Citations: 6
The importance of opinion leaders and social networking on destination brand development—the case study of discover Melgaço brand S Nogueira, G Xavier, L Vareiro Perspectives and Trends in Education and Technology: Selected Papers from … , 2021 2021 Citations: 6
The impact of Sustainable Marketing techniques adoption on the global marketing strategy in car dealers from district of Porto–Northern Portugal SFM Nogueira, JPL Gomes Journal of Research in Marketing (ISSN: 2292-9355) 11 (3), 887-895 , 2020 2020 Citations: 6
Game theory and governance of protected areas–Peneda-Gerês National Park S Nogueira, S Jayantilal, S Ferreira Jorge, D Lourenço Cogent Business & Management 10 (1), 2171556 , 2023 2023 Citations: 5
Governance issues in protected areas: The case of Peneda-Gerês National Park S Nogueira, S Jayantilal, SF Jorge Hosted By The School of Hospitality and Tourism , 2022 2022 Citations: 4
Mapping entrepreneurial competences for the cultural and creative industries: An application of the European entrepreneurship competence framework to course design M Durão, S Fernandes, S Nogueira, A Neves Entrepreneurship-Digital Transformation, Education, Opportunities and Challenges , 2024 2024 Citations: 2
Comportamento das marcas nas redes sociais [artigo de imprensa] S Nogueira Marketeer , 2021 2021 Citations: 2
Industry, Institute, or Organisation Collaboration
Automotive Sector, Marketing and Quality Department - Filinto Mota (Citröen Retailer)
Automotive Sector, Marketing and Quality Department - Soc. Com. C. Santos (Merceds-Benz and smart Retailer)
INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
15 years of practical experience in marketing and tourism marketing for companies as a marketing CEO, customer care centers, and quality management director for 10 years in the automotive sector.
CEO and founder of a Tourism and cultural marketing events company in northern Portugal, with ESG certification.
STARTUP
CEO of Just Natur Gusthouse (a tourism local accommodation and tourism agency)