Strong background in managing worldwide distributed Technology Development centers in close collaboration with Product Management and Operations at a leading global technology companies in power, automation and telecommunications, automotive. Responsible of P&L for projects worth several million of dollars. Solid international experience gained in China (6 years) and USA (2 years). Management of multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural global virtual teams, I've been one of the key members of the management team responsible of the integration of the acquisition of a $2B US firm.Strong communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrable executive presence – C-suite quality - able to engage senior managers externally and internally• Pre-Sales and Business Development• Product development capacity start-up, Technology transfer and licensing• Mergers and Acquisitions• Intellectual Property management• Project Management, budget control• Talent selection and coaching