PhD in Mechanical Engineering. Several years' experience in international multi-partner research projects. Formerly, coordinated the team developing strategic guidelines for innovation investments, restructuring Enel's innovation portfolio FY2013 and FY2014. Head of Partnerships and Innovation Intelligence, Enel; identifies and establishes innovation partnerships and coordinates at group level existing alliances with institutions and leading industrial firms. With team, performs innovation intelligence, market analyses and continuously seeks new business opportunities. Invited lecturer, LUISS Business School. Visiting scientist, MIT for three years. Has published more than 20 papers.