Mapa da Austrália logoMAPA DA AUSTRALIA HUBCompany Profile 2026
Brazilian and international students walking together on an Australian university campus

Connecting People,
Education &
Opportunities in Australia.

We connect Latin American students with educational opportunities in Australia and build lasting relationships with education providers.

Experienced People. Meaningful Connections. Long-Term Partnerships.

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  • International Education
  • Student Recruitment
  • Strategic Partnerships
01Who We Are

More Than an Education Agency.

We believe international education is about people, possibilities and meaningful connections.

Meet the founders
Meet the founders

Mapa da Austrália is an Australian-based education agency specialising in international student recruitment and personalised educational guidance.

Our agency brings together the extensive industry experience of its directors, who have worked across international education, student services, education providers and business development for over a decade.

We support both onshore and offshore students, helping them explore educational opportunities aligned with their academic backgrounds, professional aspirations and individual circumstances.

Our approach is built on a simple belief:

“People are more than numbers, and meaningful education decisions deserve personalised attention.”
02Our Journey

Built on Experience.
Inspired by People.

Every meaningful business begins with a reason. For Mapa da Austrália, that reason came from years of working in international education and witnessing the impact that studying abroad can have on people's lives.

Our founders built their professional experience across student agencies, education providers, marketing and student services. Over time, they recognised an opportunity to combine their industry knowledge with a more personal and collaborative approach to student guidance.

Through the Papo Reto Austrália media initiative, they also connected with people from different backgrounds, listening to real stories about studying, working and building a life in Australia. Those experiences helped inspire the creation of Mapa da Austrália in 2022.

  1. Founder

    2012

    Jeff's journey begins

    Jeff Garrido begins his professional journey in Australian international education.

  2. Founder

    2014

    Mario joins the sector

    Mario Zambon begins his documented experience in the international education sector.

  3. Founders

    2015–2018

    Building expertise

    Professional experience across student agencies, education providers, marketing and agency operations.

  4. Related initiative

    2021

    Papo Reto Austrália

    Papo Reto Austrália develops as a media initiative focused on real stories, conversations and community connections.

  5. Company

    2022

    Mapa da Austrália

    Mapa da Austrália is established.

  6. Company

    2026

    Strategic development

    Continued development of institutional partnerships and strategic attention to offshore recruitment and Higher Education opportunities.

An education agency built on experience, human connection and a commitment to helping people make informed decisions.

03Our Leadership

Experienced People. Complementary Expertise.

Our leadership combines complementary experience in student services, institutional relationships, recruitment, marketing and business development.

Jeff “Jé” Garrido

Director 01

Jeff “Jé” Garrido

Director of Marketing & Partnerships

With more than 13 years of experience in Australia's international education industry, Jeff has worked across student services, sales, marketing, educational institutions and agency development.

His professional journey includes experience with student agencies and education providers, as well as the development of education, media and business initiatives.

His focus is on building meaningful partnerships, developing opportunities and connecting people through education, communication and collaboration.

  • Student services
  • Marketing
  • Partnerships
  • Media & communication
  • Agency development
Mario Zambon

Director 02

Mario Zambon

Director of Sales & Customer Service

Mario brings extensive experience in student recruitment, agency operations, sales and customer service within Australia's international education sector.

His professional background includes student agency operations, management responsibilities and experience working with education providers.

His focus is on student relationships, service quality and supporting effective communication throughout the educational journey.

  • Student recruitment
  • Agency operations
  • Sales
  • Customer service
  • Provider relationships

Two different professional journeys.
One shared commitment to international education.

04Our Expertise

Connecting Students with the Right Educational Opportunities.

We provide personalised education guidance and student recruitment services for Brazilian students seeking educational opportunities in Australia.

Our work encompasses both onshore and offshore markets, with a growing strategic focus on connecting prospective offshore students with suitable higher education opportunities.

05Our Approach

Understanding the Student Before Recommending the Institution.

We believe responsible student recruitment begins with understanding each individual's circumstances, educational history and future aspirations.

Our approach prioritises meaningful conversations, informed decision-making and suitable educational opportunities.

We recognise that choosing an institution is an important academic and financial decision. That is why we value transparency, clear communication and realistic expectations throughout the process.

“The right education decision is not simply about finding an available course. It is about understanding whether that opportunity makes sense for the student.”
06Partnership Value

A Partnership Built on
Experience, Communication and Trust.

At Mapa da Austrália, we believe strong educational partnerships are built through mutual understanding and long-term relationships.

Our industry experience allows us to recognise the importance of both student expectations and institutional requirements.

We aim to contribute to positive recruitment experiences through personalised student engagement, responsible communication and a collaborative approach.

  1. Industry Experience

    Over a decade of professional experience across different areas of international education.

  2. Onshore & Offshore Understanding

    Experience supporting Brazilian students at different stages of their Australian education journey.

  3. Student-Centred Approach

    Personalised guidance that considers academic backgrounds, objectives and individual circumstances.

  4. Marketing & Communication

    Experience in media, storytelling, relationship development and communication with Brazilian audiences.

  5. Long-Term Relationships

    A collaborative approach to building professional connections with education providers.

Good partnerships are not only about recruitment numbers. They are about people, communication, trust and shared expectations.

07Media & Community

Giving People a Voice. Sharing Real Experiences. Building Connections.

Papo Reto Austrália — a related media initiative

Papo Reto Austrália is a media initiative focused on sharing authentic stories, conversations and perspectives about life in Australia.

Through interviews, live conversations and digital content, the initiative has created opportunities for students, professionals, business owners and community members to share their experiences.

Its purpose goes beyond delivering information. It is about creating space for meaningful conversations, encouraging transparency and bringing different perspectives to the Australian experience.

For the leadership of Mapa da Austrália, this media experience represents an important part of their journey and understanding of the Brazilian community.

Papo Reto Austrália

Real Stories. Real People. Meaningful Conversations.

@paporetoaustralia @mapadaaustralia YouTube

Featured conversations

Communication creates understanding. Understanding creates connection.

08Our Connections

Stronger Through Collaboration.

We believe collaboration creates opportunities that individual efforts cannot always achieve.

Our experience in Australia extends across education, media, entrepreneurship and professional relationships. Over the years, these experiences have contributed to the development of meaningful connections with individuals, businesses and professionals from different industries.

For Mapa da Austrália, collaboration is not simply a business strategy. It is part of the philosophy behind how we build relationships and identify opportunities.

Different Experiences. Shared Knowledge. Meaningful Connections.

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This is an ecosystem of relationships and related initiatives. Connected organisations, education providers and communities are independent and are not owned by Mapa da Austrália.

09Our Philosophy

People First.
Partnerships Built to Last.

Our Vision

To build a trusted and collaborative international education business that connects students, institutions and professionals through meaningful relationships and responsible educational guidance.

Our Mission

To support students in making informed educational decisions while developing strong, transparent and sustainable partnerships across Australia's international education sector.

01

People First

We recognise the individual behind every educational decision.

02

Transparency

We value clear information and realistic expectations.

03

Integrity

We believe trust is built through honest and responsible relationships.

04

Collaboration

We believe shared knowledge creates better opportunities.

05

Professionalism

We value consistency, communication and respect in every relationship.

06

Continuous Improvement

We believe learning and adapting are essential to long-term growth.

“We believe successful partnerships begin with trust and grow through collaboration.”

10Connect With Us

Let's Build Meaningful Partnerships.

Great Partnerships Start With a Conversation.

At Mapa da Austrália, we value the opportunity to connect with education providers and industry professionals who share our commitment to international education.

We believe that by combining experience, communication and collaboration, we can create meaningful opportunities for students and institutions.

We look forward to exploring opportunities to work together.

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