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Genoa, It

Genova, Ge, It

Vision: Being a key contributor to creating a more sustainable economy by combining strategic vision with in-depth knowledge of the context and enabling technologies.Mission: To accompany clients in their transition towards a sustainable economy with an end-to-end approach, possessing the capability to select the most appropriate technologies and materials for the transition, and utilizing funded research and compliance with national and international standards as accelerators and enablers of this change.

Genova, Ge, It

Our recent acquisitions in the cyber domain have enabled RINA to develop a comprehensive suite of offerings, distinguished by unique features such as the creation of sustainable supply chains and quantifiable cyber risk assessments. These offerings are invaluable for insurance providers and their clientele, offering precise risk measurements. All consulting activities within RINA related to cyber security are now consolidated under the RINA CYBER brand. Our gap analysis and consulting services, concerning cyber regulations applicable to maritime, civilian, and military sectors, continue to serve as a robust pillar in RINA’s cyber value proposition.We offer four main services clusters in the field of cyber security: Governance Risk & Compliance, Cyber Risk Quantification, Cyber Technologies Consulting & Integration, and Offensive Security.We help our clients to comply with relevant cyber security standards, such as ISA/IEC 62443, ISO/IEC 27001, NIST framework, ISO/IEC 15408, ITSEC, and GDPR.We assess and quantify the cyber risk exposure of our clients, using our proprietary platform HOLOS, which integrates third-party technologies and enables subscription-based cyber services.We provide consulting and integration solutions for cyber technologies, such as risk-based vulnerability management, cyber supply chain resilience, identification of security vulnerabilities, digital identity and access governance, and SIEM implementation.We perform offensive security activities, such as penetration testing, active directory protection, and blue/red/purple teaming, to identify and exploit vulnerabilities and weaknesses in our clients' systems, networks, and applications.

Genova, Ge, It

The unit spans three business lines: cybersecurity consulting, space & defence program assistance, and material-focused consulting and labs in Italy and the UK. Employee count is projected to rise from 550 in 2019 to approximately 750 by 2023, with operations and branches in multiple countries. (Italy, UK, Holland, China and UAE).By the end of 2023, the contribution margin is expected to be close to +88% vs 2022 with a highly positive EBITDA and a team of more than 750 employees in 6 countries, thanks to:- Value proposition re-shaping with the creation of new delivery centers focused on energy transition, cyber security, management consulting, and A.I. (https://shorturl.at/kwW56).- Addition of new business models with recurrent revenues.- New organizational structures both for operations and business development.- Two new acquisitions: Interconsulting Engineering (https://shorturl.at/ahjG0) and Cyber Partners (https://shorturl.at/enRW1).- Geographical expansion into the UAE, the Netherlands, China, and India.- Introduction of a New Digital Solution portfolio.- Development of Strategic Partnerships.- Conception, design, and initial implementation of Project Hydra to create the world's first pilot plant for producing green steel with hydrogen, a 6- year project (2023 – 2028) with a dedicated team of over 120 people, valued at €88M value, (https://shorturl.at/pqIP9).

Genova, Ge, It

The aim was to successfully separate the Certification team from the Marine Certification Team to sustain market leadership in Italy while expanding profitability across 35 countries. The newly formed unit managed a team of 600 employees and leveraged over 3,000 external resources.By the end of 2020, the EBITDA was +270% compared to 2018 with an undisputed market leadership in Italy, thanks to:- Divestment of non-profitable and/or high-risk businesses/services/companies and whole countries. - Creation of an international business development team.- Reshaping of the value proposition.- Pricing Strategy review. - Strategic Partnership development.- Conception, development, and sale of the world's first management system for infection prevention: Biosafety Trust Certification.- New Certification Digital Solutions: - Digital Certificates on RINA blockchain. - Blockchain for food traceability -> continuous certification.- Safety Reopening. - Digital Payments. - Digital Audits. - IoT cyber security.Corporate Board Member of Rina Services S.p.A.President of SSM S.r.l. (Material Testing Laboratory) and RINA Check S.r.l.Board Member of Agroqualità S.p.A. and RINA Academy S.r.l.

Genova, Ge, It

Rina Consulting Polaris was a joint venture between Rina Consulting (50%) and Ansaldo Energia (50%). The company had a dual focus: supporting Ansaldo Energia in global PMO activities for power generation and expanding through engineering consulting in Italy's Space and Defense sectors.- Before the appointment as CEO, the company had a negative EBITDA. By the end of the term in 2018, the EBITDA was close to 25%, thanks to:- Organization restructuring.- Business organization for key account.- Value proposition re-shaping.- Pricing strategy review.

Genova, Ge, It

Upon joining RINA, I established a team from scratch to a 50-person team to assist clients in Italy's Space and Defense sectors with new product development. Within two years, the RINA brand was recognized as a preferred partner by the most important Tier-1 defence players and became known at the Ministry of Defence level. The team was integrated into Rina Consulting Polaris in 2016.

Genoa, Italy, It

Rome, Lazio, It

Rome, Latium, It

An international Consulting Firm born out of more than twenty years’ experience in Enterprise Business Security and system integration of innovative solutions. Our teams work every day to bring the topics of Cyber Security not only into IT rooms but also in boardrooms. We offer to find strategic consulting solutions rather than necessary remedies aimed at adjusting to new regulations and new threats. Since October 2021, Cyber Partners is part of Rina Group, a leading international certification and consulting firm in which it constitutes and leads the Cyber Security Division within the industry Business Unit.

Rome, Latium, It

Cyber Partners is An international Consulting Firm born out of more than twenty years’ experience in Enterprise Business Security and system integration of innovative solutions. We offer to find strategic consulting solutions rather than necessary remedies aimed at adjusting to new regulations and new threats. Since October 2021, Cyber Partners is part of Rina Group, a leading international certification and consulting firm in which it constitutes and leads the Cyber Security Division within the industry Business Unit. Main services: IT Governance, Risk Management and Compliance Consultancy, Cyber Risk Management, Digital Risk Management, Cyber Awareness, Offensive Security, Fraud Management, Digital Identity, SOC & CERT.

Abu Dhabi, Ae

A RINA (25%) and Emirates Classification Society (TASNEEF, 75%) joint venture. Created in 2016 to transfer the know-how and services of RINA as a Certification Body to the Emirates government.- Before the appointment as Board Member, in 2017 the revenue was 12M AED (3,1M€) and the net income -1,7M (-0,4 M€). By the end of 2022, the revenue was 32M AED (8.2M€) and the net income 4,6M AED (1,2M€), thanks to:- Management and team re-shuffling.- New service-mix with the creation of specific services for the UAE (health insurance certification and Muslim food certification).- Definition and implementation of a custom go-to-market strategy.

RINA Check is the company of the RINA Group, accredited by ACCREDIA as a type A inspection body pursuant to UNI CEI EN ISO / IEC 17020 in the building construction sector, civil engineering works in general and related plant engineering works as well as for industrial plant engineering.RINA Check is today one of the main references in the Project Validation market, support for the Single Process Manager, Technical Control in the execution phase for the purpose of issuing a ten-year posthumous policy and all Technical Assistance activities for which it is necessary the support of a body that is "super partes".

Neuilly-Sur-Seine, Fr

Management position with accountability on unit profit & loss, business and resource management. In charge of Electronic industry line. I'm involved in the strategic development of the company and contribute to the promotion of transversal key offers.

Neuilly-Sur-Seine, Fr

Engineering and Information Technology Consulting, TEM (Telecomunications, Electronicts and Media) Division.In charge of local (Genoa) business development and branch. Key Account Manager for Sky Italia, RCS Media Group and Ericsson Telecommunications (R&D).

Neuilly-Sur-Seine, Fr

In 2004, Altran had a presence in Italy through a constellation of companies, including ISL. I was hired in 2004 to establish the Genoa office and develop business in Liguria.In addition to my business development activities, recruitment, and personnel hiring, I carried out the significant task of selecting new business managers, along with related coaching activities.Following the success of the Genoa office, still for ISL, I opened the Milan office in 2007, which later merged into Altran Italia when all the companies were consolidated into one.When I left the Altran group in 2013, the Genoa office boasted over 100 employees and dozens of major clients from Savona to La Spezia.Main Achievements:- Opening of the Genoa office, which went from zero employees in 2004 to more than a hundred in 2008.- Named as the best Business Manager of Altran worldwide in 2008 for the growth achieved that year.- Appointed as Business Unit Director of a team of around 300 employees dedicated to consulting in telecommunications, electronics, and media markets. - Key Account Manager for several clients, including Ericsson and Sky.

Chicago, Illinois, Us

Project Manager, e-Business Development within Telecommunications Industries:Main Projects:Engaged in technical project management endeavors within a 3G Mobile Operator environment (H3G S.p.A.), focusing on the nascent development of UMTS products. Entrusted as the chief individual for the development of a highly strategic multimedia product dubbed "Videogoal." Commandeered management and front-end liaisons with internal departments such as Products & Services and Marketing, in addition to external multimedia content providers.Quality Manager:Designated as the principal individual for steering the quality certification process for A.T. Kearney APP&Tech, adhering to the standards of UNI EN ISO 9001.

Title: Project Manager in ICT & Multi-Utility Industries:Formulation of a novel strategy, business model elucidation, and master planning for the new Enel.it Internet Portal.Development and deployment of the new Enel.it Internet Portal, ensuring its alignment with the strategic vision and business model.Title: Business Consultant in the Multi-Utility Domain:Provision of adept support to Public Administration from IT enterprises (Enel.it), facilitating enhanced operational efficiencies and strategic alignment.Exploration and formulation of a pioneering business model in the e-health sector (Enel.it), fostering innovation and a forward-thinking approach in healthcare delivery.Conducted a meticulous feasibility analysis for SpeedPost, an Internet B2B Portal, evaluating its potential impact and viability in the contemporary digital business ecosystem.

During university, I discerned significant business opportunities within the nascent web environment and thus founded a company specializing in early web services and mobile solutions. Our endeavors ranged from communication strategies to the implementation of pioneering websites and portals. Notably, we developed the first website for ordering pizzas, predating the advent of broadband connectivity.Initially, the company consisted only of myself, but I later involved two other partners, eventually expanding to a workforce of 15 employees. I held the roles of founding partner, CEO, and head of new client acquisition/business development, while also actively participating in project delivery.Primary Internet and Mobile Initiatives:Designed and implemented a patented system for managing incentives related to material recycling, utilizing Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) – Ecoimpresa S.r.l.Developed and deployed a Sales Force Automation System employing PDAs, inclusive of system integration activities – To.Bi Catering S.r.l.

100, Electronic Engineering

Maturità Scientifica, Scientific Studies