Management consultant, born in Bari, Italy, in 1954. Experienced in managing long term and short term projects, able to quickly identify problems and weaknesses that afflict a business. Swift negotiator at all decision-making levels; entrepreneurial by nature, rich in drive and enthusiasm, comfortable with working on a new set of challenges and completely different industries and sectors. Sound university education background in international business management: Scuola di Amministrazione Aziendale dell’Università di Torino - University of Turin, School of Management, founded in the 1950s as the first Business School in Italy (www.saa.unito.it).Worked (to date) in 35 countries, focusing on Japan, China, South-East Europe (Balkan countries), US, Saudi Arabia and the Emirates.Developed a strong international network of associates (1994-2017: www.divaeris.info - 2018 to date: www.weglobal.info) that can provide accurate information on the business climate and markets in various countries, and effectively implement all business operations at the local level. Aware of foreign policies, relevant stories and political developments in the news that may affect any foreign business.Designed and managed several transnational cooperation projects and partnerships in the framework of programs funded by the EU and the Italian Government.Recognized as a savvy leader, not afraid to delve into uncharted waters, with strengths in reengineering business processes, defining continuous improvement processes, presiding over lively brainstorming sessions, building consensus, recognizing and accelerating peer's strengths, delegating the right task to the right person and setting up powerful, challenge-winning teams.Excellent communication and research skills.