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Luca ABATELLO

Luca Abatello is the Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Circle Group, a company he established in 2012. Under his leadership, Circle has become a prominent provider of digitalization and automation solutions for the port, intermodal logistics, and supply chain sectors. The company specializes in integrating advanced technologies such as blockchain, IoT, and AI to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of logistics operations.
With a background in economics from the University of Genoa and an Executive MBA from SDA Bocconi School of Management, Abatello brings over two decades of experience in ICT, business consulting, and digital marketing. He has held various leadership roles, including Chairman positions at Info.era, Progetto Adele, Aitek, and Log@Sea, all of which focus on technological innovation in logistics and transportation.
Abatello is actively engaged in European research and innovation programs, contributing to the development of smart logistics corridors and digital transport ecosystems. His work supports the European Union's objectives for sustainable and interconnected freight transport.

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Giorgio ADAMI

Giorgio Adami, born on January 10, 1960, in Verona, has had an entrepreneurial career that began at the age of 23 when he founded his own transport company. He later led the family business to become a leader in the sector. Today, ADAMI Autotrasporti S.p.A. is in its fourth generation, demonstrating the importance of a solid past and a continuous projection towards the future. His innovative vision earned him the Domus Mercatorum award from the Chamber of Commerce of Verona, recognizing him as the Entrepreneur of the Year 2022 for his impact on the economic development of the territory. As the founding president of the ITS Academy LAST Foundation, Giorgio Adami promotes training in logistics and digitalization, showing a strong commitment to education and sustainable development in the sector. His leadership extends to key roles in Confindustria at both local and national levels, in the Regional Innovative Network for Logistics RIVELO, in the SPEEDHUB Foundation, in Quadrante Servizi srl, in the CCIAA of Verona, and in ANITA (National Association of Road Transport). These commitments highlight his tireless dedication to the evolution of the logistics sector while pursuing a sustainable and technologically advanced future for the world of transport and logistics.

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Flavio ALIBERTI

Flavio Aliberti has built a distinguished international career in business transformation and analytics, spanning over 25 years across Europe. After holding key roles in global consulting firms and technology vendors, he now serves as Vice President for Supply Chain Business Strategies, where he drives adoption of digital solutions in complex enterprise environments. Throughout his career, Flavio has combined a technical foundation in Space Aeronautic engineering with strategic acumen, enabling organizations to unlock the value of data across supply chain, finance, and commercial operations. His approach merges human-centric design, AI-driven innovation, and operational excellence to deliver measurable impact. An active contributor to thought leadership in digital transformation, Flavio writes regularly on platforms like DataDrivenInvestor, exploring the cultural and strategic dimensions of AI adoption. He is also a passionate advocate for turning insights into

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Guido AMENDOLA

Supply Chain & Procurement Senior Advisor

Global Indirect Procurement Director, Menarini Group Davide has an experience of 25+ years in procurement, supply chain, business consulting. From 2012 he developed his career in various procurement roles at local, regional and global level serving HealthCare multinational Companies (Novartis, Menarini).
Both in business consulting and as a Procurement associate, he has also gained experience in new procurement organization models development and in change management. In the current role as Global Indirect Procurement Director in Menarini, he is responsible of Indirect Categories at global level for a spend of over 1B€ and leads the transformation of Procurement towards a more global approach, with the objective to better leverage the synergies arising from the growing international presence of Menarini Group, with products distributed in over 140 Countries. Davide holds a Master’s Degree in Management Engineering from the Politecnico di Milano and MBA from the SDA Bocconi. Passionate about design and architecture, he loves to travel around the world for holidays.

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Francesco BENEVOLO

Francesco Benevolo is the Managing Director of RAM – Logistica Infrastrutture e Trasporti S.p.A. Since 2005, he has overseen the development and implementation of national strategies aimed at enhancing intermodal logistics, maritime transport, and infrastructure planning. Economist by training, Benevolo previously served as Director of Economic Studies at the socio-economic research institute Fondazione Censis and as Director of Communication for the Italian shipping association Confitarma. He also held the position of Head of Development at Italia Navigando S.p.A. Benevolo has contributed to several national and European initiatives, including drafting the National Plan for the Development of Pleasure Boating and coordinating the first and second Sea Economy Reports in collaboration with Federazione del Mare. He is a member of the European Commission's Digital Transport and Logistics Forum and teaches Transport and Infrastructure Economics at the European University of Rome.

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Alessio BIANCHERI

Alessio Biancheri, Associate Director Global Sales Organization & Capabilities, Amplifon, is an international HR leader with deep expertise in AI adoption, organizational transformation, and strategic workforce design. At Amplifon, he leads global initiatives in performance systems, capability building, and change management, supporting a +20,000-person retail network across more than 25 countries.

He brings a sharp focus on how emerging technologies, especially AI, are reshaping the future of work, organizational models, and leadership. Prior to his current role, he held positions in global talent and transformation teams, working across Europe and Asia.

Alessio holds both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Economics, Business Management, and Data from LUISS University of Economics in Rome.

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Giancarlo BIANCHI

Giancarlo Bianchi has held multiple roles at MEF over nearly 30 years of collaboration. Starting as a Sales Point Manager, where purchasing and supply chain were part of a broader commercial, administrative, and human resources management role, he advanced to become MEF Group’s Purchasing Manager from 2010 to 2023. In this position, Giancarlo focused extensively on supply chain management and the use of integrated software systems to ensure efficient service aligned with company demands, while minimizing stock levels through detailed analysis and reporting. MEF is part of the W.EG Italia group, which belongs to the Würth Group. Currently, Giancarlo serves as Senior Supply Chain Advisor at W.EG Italia.

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Marco BRANCHINI

Chief Financial Officer and Head of Legal Hippocrates Holding

Marco Branchini is a seasoned financial executive with extensive experience in corporate and investment banking. Currently serving as the Chief Financial Officer and Head of Legal at Hippocrates Holding S.p.A., he has played a pivotal role in scaling the company’s financial operations and securing approximately €1.1 billion in equity and debt financing to support strategic M&A initiatives. His leadership extends to managing relationships with over 50 equity and debt investors. Prior to his role at Hippocrates, Marco served as Chief of Staff to the Country Head of UBS Group Italy, overseeing approximately €50 billion in financial assets and 500 employees. He also chaired UBS Italy's Cross-Divisional Business Collaboration Committee. During his tenure at UBS Investment Bank from 2008 to 2021, he built a strong track record in corporate and investment banking, executing over 30 transactions worth approximately €55 billion across various sectors including consumer, utilities, and financial institutions. Academically, Marco graduated summa cum laude from Bocconi University with an MSc in International Management. He further enriched his expertise through the CEMS Program at HEC Paris. Recognized for his excellence, he was part of the UBS Talent Program ASCENT, ranking among the top 15% of performers in EMEA.

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Federico BUIATTI

Federico Buiatti is the Chief Business Support Officer at Acciaierie Bertoli Safau (ABS), a leading Italian steel manufacturer and part of the Danieli Group. In this role, he oversees supply chain management, logistics, and the development of ABS Service, the company's dedicated service center aimed at enhancing customer support and operational flexibility.
Since joining ABS in 2002, Buiatti has held various positions of increasing responsibility, including roles in procurement, logistics, production planning, and operations management. He has been instrumental in implementing lean manufacturing practices and advanced production planning tools, contributing to significant improvements in efficiency and customer service.
Buiatti holds a degree in Management Engineering from the University of Udine and earned an Executive MBA from CUOA Business School in 2017. He also serves as Vice President of the Alumni Association of Management Engineers, reflecting his commitment to professional development and industry engagement.

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Johannes BURGHOLD

Johannes Burghold is for more that 17 years in Executive Search in Romania and Eastern Europe. His key competences are Manufacturing, Retail, Banking, Construction and Real Estate, and Board Services.

He is German, studied Economics and did his PhD at University of Augsburg. He held top management positions in international German and British companies in Germany, Romania, Bulgaria, UK, and Hungary. He worked for FMCG and Commodity companies as well as financial services. He was member of the Supervisory Board of a German construction company. He was Visiting Professor at the SIMTC, Shanghai Industrial Management Training Centre, the first ever established post-graduate business school in China and is currently Visiting Professor at FABIZ MBA of the ASE University of Bucharest. All together he has over 22 years in Executive Search and top management positions in Eastern

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Gianpiero CAROZZA

Procurement & Supply Chain Mgr, CSCMP Italy Roundtable

Giampiero Carozza has held the role of Procurement & Supply Chain Manager for over 20 years in companies within the agrifood sector. He has been responsible for both CAPEX and index-based purchasing activities. Earlier in his career, he held roles in sales and later in product marketing, also within the agrifood industry. In recent years, he has actively worked on integrating sustainability into procurement processes

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Angelo CAVAZZANA

Angelo Cavazzana is the Logistics Director at Friul Intagli Industries S.p.A., a leading European manufacturer of furniture components based in Villanova di Prata, Italy. In this role, he oversees the company's complex supply chain operations, focusing on enhancing efficiency, sustainability, and resilience. With extensive experience in logistics and supply chain management, Cavazzana has held various leadership positions in the industry. He is also a faculty member at the Università Iuav di Venezia, where he teaches in the Master's program in Global Supply Chain Management and Logistics.
Cavazzana has contributed to academic and professional discussions on logistics, including presenting on "Uncertainty Management in Logistics" at the ASA 2023 conference organized by the University of Bologna.

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Isacco CHINELLO

Responsabile della gestione dei magazzini e degli affari generali, con un focus sull’ottimizzazione dei flussi logistici e sul miglioramento dell’efficienza operativa. Ha maturato una consolidata esperienza nell’implementazione di soluzioni automatiche a supporto di questi obiettivi.

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Marc CLEMENT

With over 25 years of experience in logistics and supply chain management, Marc Clément is a seasoned logistics leader known for driving operational excellence across the European fashion and retail sectors. Currently serving as Logistics Director at Widem Logistics, Marc has led the company’s day-to-day operations since 2016, focusing on team development, WMS innovation, project leadership, and strategic contract negotiations. Previously, Marc was Logistics Operations Manager Europe at Superdry, where they oversaw multi-channel European distribution, optimized logistics networks, managed budgets, and cultivated high-performance relationships with 3PL partners. His early career included a 13-year tenure at C.N.C. Collections, a distributor of well-established fashion brands, where he managed end-to-end supply chain functions, led warehouse teams, and spearheaded IT and ERP system improvements. Driven by operational efficiency and team empowerment, Marc has consistently delivered scalable logistics solutions in dynamic, high-growth environments.

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Maurizio COCIANCICH

Maurizio Cociancich is the Chief Executive Officer of ADRIAFER S.R.L., a leading rail logistics company based in Trieste, Italy, Vice President of FERCARGO, researcher at Venice International University and member of the board of CSCMP Italy. He is an expert in Transport, Supply Chain Management and geoeconomics, with twenty years of experience in the public and private sectors. After obtaining a PhD in geopolitics, geoeconomics and geostrategy at the University of Trieste, he worked as a consultant on logistics innovation projects and coordinated the Master in Global Supply Chain Management and Logistics at the IUAV University of Venice. Over the years, he has participated in various research projects in the field of transport and transnational value chains, as well as writing and editing numerous national and international publications.

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Igino COLELLA Garofalo

President, CSCMP Italy RT. Igino Colella is a professional with more than 25 years of experience, gained in corporate and consultancy jobs. He worked in the CPG, Retail and Financial Institutions industries, developing an excellent knowledge of commercial, credit management and logistics, as well as a great knowledge of Information Systems. Languages: English, French, German. Igino began his career in Euromercato in 1986, then (after MBA Ifor Bocconi in Retail Management) he worked in Ifor Bocconi, as a consultant and trainer for Retail. In 1989, Igino joined Nestlé Italia, firstly as Chef d’equipe of Internal Auditing. In 1991 he created and leaded the financial branch of Nestlè Group (factoring, consumer credit, leasing and intercompany). In 1994 he was appointed Customer Service Manager of Nestlè Italia Group with responsibilities of Credit Management and Customer Service. In this role he redesigned Order to Cash process and contributed to the project ECR; other accomplishments: Group Trade Credit policy, Metrics and Datawarehouse and Trade Credit Scoring. In 1997 he joined Riso Gallo, first as the responsible of Trade Marketing and Customer Service then his responsibility was extended to Sales Force and Supply Chain. In 2000 he was hired by Consultancy Division of Atos Origin, as head of Retail & CPG. Igino leaded supply chain projects in several industries and sales force enhancements projects for CPG and Financial Institutions. From 2008 in Achieve Global as a Partner, supporting organizational, commercial and logistics projects for clients mainly form Retail, CPG and Pharmaceutical industries; practice leader in Change Management. In 2011 he founded IES to provide financial planning and credit analysis for Distributors. In 2016 all consulting activities performed in AchieveGlobal were transferred to IES. Speaker in conferences and thought leader, he collaborates with several professional magazines. President of Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals RT Italy, board director of Assochange and member of ADACI and PMI (Project Management Institute). Agile expert, he wrote the chapter Agile Management in La Quarta Rivoluzione Industriale: verso la Supply Chain Digitale, Franco Angeli, 2018.

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Thierry CONTE

Thierry Conte was appointed Sonepar Italy Supply Chain Director in 1999 after several supply chain management roles in some Italian Retailers Responsibilities:

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Marco CONTI

Marco Conti is the Logistics & Supply Chain Director at MEF, with over 17 years of experience in supply chain optimization and warehouse operations across Fashion, Automotive, and FMCG industries. He holds a Master's in Transportation & Logistics from MIP Politecnico di Milano (summa cum laude) and an Industrial Engineering degree from Politecnico di Milano. Marco has successfully designed and managed large-scale distribution centers, led teams of over 100 people, and implemented Lean Warehousing initiatives across international operations. His expertise spans supply chain strategy, warehouse optimization, WMS implementation, and cross-functional team leadership.

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Giacomo COPPI

Head of Supply Chain Management – SAP Italia Giacomo Coppi joined SAP Italy in 2014 and has taken on increasing responsibilities over the years. He is currently Head of Supply Chain Management for the Italian market. Coppi began his career at CD-group, which became part of the Infracom group in 2004. In 2005, he was awarded Best Channel Sales Executive for SAP in Italy. In 2007, when Infracom was SAP Italy’s leading Value Added Reseller, he was promoted to Area Manager for Central Italy. In 2009, he joined Artoni as Sales Director for the logistics division. He later took on the role of International Channel Director, while also being entrusted with the Artoni China project, aimed at expanding the group’s operations in the Far East. In 2014, he joined HP as a Client Principal. Coppi holds a degree in Economics and Business from the University of Bologna and completed a specialization program at the University of California, San Diego.

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Roberto CRIPPA

Degree in Economic and Social Disciplines, CPIM certification, and a Master’s in Organizational Management, Roberto Crippa has dedicated his career to supply chain management, covering all its aspects: planning, procurement, demand management, logistics, organization, and management systems. His professional journey includes both corporate roles and consultancy, in Italy and abroad. A contributor to industry and scientific journals and a collaborator with the academic world, he is currently Supply Chain Director, Chief Risk Officer, and Group Sustainability Director at Tecniplast.

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Fabio CROSTELLI

Fabio Crostelli is Project Development Manager at Tristar Engineering Consulting Logistic SA, where he plays a key role in developing integrated logistics solutions for clients across Europe. With a strong background in logistics and operations, he has over ten years of experience in managing complex supply chains, optimizing transport processes, and supporting international clients in achieving greater efficiency and sustainability in their logistics networks. Throughout his career, he has held various roles of increasing responsibility, combining strategic vision with hands-on experience in the fields of transport planning, logistics coordination, and supply chain consulting. His expertise includes intermodal transport, operational management, and the implementation of advanced logistics systems tailored to specific industrial needs. Fabio Crostelli regularly collaborates with stakeholders in both the private and public sectors and contributes to discussions on the modernization of European logistics infrastructure.

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Dan CULVERHOUSE

I am the owner of Beyond Darwin Ltd, we help merchants and growing brands elevate their supply chain and logistics operations, facilitating high performing customer fulfilment and driving strategic transformation. Delivered through the deployment of industry proven expertise, available quickly, for as long as you need, and no longer. I embarked on this career journey as a warehouse picker, navigating through various roles within the ecosystem of operations and project management. From this grounded foundation, I lived and worked in Europe, The Middle East, and Asia Pac, growing into regional and global leadership roles including Managing Director at a private equity led Trade and Customs Solutions provider, Customs Support Group (UK & IE), and Global Head of Supply Chain Management / Member of the Executive Committee at DKSH. I believe passionately in people and their pivotal role in delivering success for all businesses.

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Zeno D'AGOSTINO

Zeno D’Agostino is the President of Technital S.p.A., a leading Italian engineering firm based in Verona. Born in 1968 in Verona, he holds a degree in Political Science from the University of Padua. With over two decades of experience in logistics, transport, and infrastructure management, D’Agostino is recognized as one of Italy’s foremost experts in port and intermodal systems From 2015 to 2024, he served as President of the Port Network Authority of the Eastern Adriatic Sea, overseeing the ports of Trieste and Monfalcone. During his tenure, he transformed the port system into a model of intermodal integration and international investment, emphasizing rail connectivity and inland logistics hubs. In 2020, Forbes recognized him among Italy’s Top 100 Managers and Successful Entrepreneurs

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Chris DAWSON

Senior Manager, Purchasing Analytics, Dana Inc  Chris Dawson is the Senior Manager of Purchasing Analytics at Dana. Responsible for Global Supply Chain Risk, Sustainability, Diversity, Systems and Processes. Chris has held numerous Supply Chain, Operations and Management positions over the past 28 years with Dana. Recent projects include the development and implementation of a global supplier management system, Supplier Risk Management, Supplier Chain Sustainability program and Purchasing business intelligence system for reporting and KPI management.

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Ross DAWSON

Practice Lead, Procurement, Supply Chain & Operations at Eton Bridge Partners

Driven by a profound passion for people, Ross Dawson has dedicated the past two decades to empowering exceptional candidates and clients alike within the realm of executive recruitment. Many of these relationships endure to this day, a testament to the enduring partnerships created through genuine collaboration.

With a distinguished record of placing top-tier leaders across PE and VC-backed firms, FTSE 100, 250, 350, and AIM-listed companies, her passion lies in discovering exceptional talent for some of the world’s most highly regarded organisations, driven by a genuine commitment to long-term, meaningful relationships. This extensive experience across both permanent and interim placements allows her to partner seamlessly with board-level executives, many of whom she has worked with throughout her career.

Ross thrives on collaborating with commercially astute professionals who value integrity, honesty, and transformative impact. She is particularly inspired by the strategic role Procurement, Supply Chain, and Operations plays - not only in enhancing business performance, but also in advancing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals.

As leader of Eton Bridge Partners’ Procurement, Supply Chain, and Operations practice, Ross has built on the unique combination of executive search and interim management to deliver innovative, tailored solutions for a diverse client base; from ambitious scale-ups and private equity funds, to SMEs and global blue-chip companies.

Beyond her professional achievements, Ross is a passionate advocate for equality, diversity, and inclusion, as well as holistic well-being. She has chaired Eton Bridge’s well-being programme for two years and holds certification in Mental Health First Aid, reflecting her dedication to creating supportive environments - both within and outside the workplace.

Her approach is not just about recruitment - it’s about building enduring partnerships that empower both clients and candidates to realise their full potential.

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Tommaso DEL VENTO

Head of Business Development - Knapp Italia.

A lawyer by training, he has developed over 20 years' experience as a manager in the various sectors of industrial automation, from products to projects, with reference to the Italian and international markets. As of 2021, he is a member of the Management Team of Knapp Italia.

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Oscar DIAZ MARTI

Oscar Diaz is a Senior Supply Chain leader with 20+ years of experience across the food, retail, and spirits sectors, including roles at Campari, Swarovski, Sara Lee, and Danone. He excels in crafting transformational strategies, optimizing operating models, and designing organizations. Over the last 10 years, he has led programs that improved supply chain performance and built capabilities for sustainable growth.

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Francois D'IVERNOIS

François d’Ivernois is the Business Development Manager for European operations in the Source to Ship program for manufacturers. Previously, he led sales with OEMs at Pirelli ITR in Europe and co-founded SourcingParts, a SaaS Cloud platform for supply chain efficiency in manufacturing. He later joined Blume Global as Associate Vice President of Business Development in Europe. Over the past 20 years, François has built web platforms for enterprise supply chains, covering supplier management, strategic sourcing, quality, order management, program execution, and transport & logistics. François joined WiseTech with the Blume Global acquisition

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Francesco DONATO

Chief Procurement Officer, Iveco Group

Head of Procurement Italy, Sanofi

Antonio Errigo is the Deputy General Director of ALIS, Italy's leading association promoting sustainable and intermodal transport. He also serves as the Coordinator of ALIS Europe and Head of International Relations. Errigo is a member of the Executive Committee of SeaFocus International (Finland), the Committee for Transport and Logistics in Sicily (Italy), and the National Observatory for the Protection of the Sea. He has also served as a lecturer at Italian training institutes, business schools, and the European School for Intermodal Transport in Barcelona (Spain). From 2013 to 2015, he collaborated with the European programming office of the Port System Authority of the Central Northern Tyrrhenian Sea on secondment on behalf of the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport at the Permanent Representation of Italy in Brussels (Belgium).

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Davide FEDELI

Even before earning my degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Politecnico di Milano in 2005, I came into contact with the world of logistics as a machine designer, where I had the opportunity to oversee aspects of manufacturing, installation, and testing. I then became increasingly involved in the fascinating field of logistics and plant engineering, gaining experience in various areas, from sales to project management. Throughout my professional career, I have worked for both Italian SMEs and multinational corporations, allowing me to operate in international environments and contribute to the completion of over 50 projects across various sectors, including pharmaceuticals, fashion, grocery, express courier services, and airports. In 2018, I joined the KNAPP Group, initially as a Project Manager and later in my current role as Head of Operations for the group’s Italian branch.

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Marco FELSBERGER

is a Senior Advisor for Supply Chain Resilience at Prewave, an AI-powered platform for risk, sustainability, and supply-chain transparency. With more than 18 years of experience in risk and resilience management, he has guided manufacturers, infrastructure operators, and public agencies through disruptions—from geopolitical shocks to raw-material shortages—helping them cut their exposure. Alongside his industry work, Marco lectures on Risk & Resilience Management at three universities of applied sciences, blending real-world case studies with the latest research on resilience, antifragility, and risk analytics. Known for turning risk into clear actions, he bridges boardroom strategy with operational reality, enabling organisations to anticipate disruption and build robust, opportunity-focused supply chains.

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Michele FERREIRA

Born in Sao Paulo, Brazil 38 years ago. With a degree in Intl Trade, a postgraduate degree in Finance and Data Science, I built my professional career in multinational companies, always in roles related to Trade Compliance and Logistics. In these 18 years of experience, I have worked in different sectors, such as food and beverages, fashion, supply chain consultancy, and most recently, in the automotive, at Iveco Group, as Global Customs Operations Manager. To be successful in this area, I consider the main skills to be interested in learning and the ability to establish networking, as it is a very dynamic universe, in which information plays a fundamental role in the reliability of your strategic plan.

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Ana Paula FONSECA

Ana Paula collaborates with organisations to enhance curriculum and business strategies, focusing on enterprise, employability, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and sustainability. As President of the UK branch of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), she fosters innovation and sustainability in the field. Ana was appointed coach and panel judge for the EDGE Supply Chain Innovation Awards 2023 and 2024 finalists. Her research interests include corporate social responsibility, systems thinking, sustainability, leadership, action research, and enterprise education. She is currently investigating AI tools to co-create actions for SDG 4 in ecopreneurship, using entrepreneurial skills and innovation to develop sustainable solutions for environmental and social challenges. Ana also works on systemic sustainability, complex problem orchestration, and systems approaches. She has secured £70,000 in research grants from the Scottish Government. She works as a consultant on projects at Cardiff Metropolitan University and Swansea University, promoting circular economy practices while reducing carbon footprints. Ana Paula's publications can be found on https://researchportal.hw.ac.uk/en/persons/ana-paula-fonseca

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Fabio FRANCALANCIA

Group CPO & Strategic Sourcing, Engineering Group

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Marco FRECCHIO

Global Executive Director – Sales, Marketing & Supply Chain at Tenneco Braking Marco Frecchio is a seasoned executive with over 18 years of experience in the automotive and industrial sectors. Currently serving as the Global Executive Director of Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain at Tenneco Braking, he leads global commercial strategies, emphasizing customer trust and satisfaction. Previously, Marco held the position of Group Chief Procurement Officer and General Manager at UFI Filters Group in Tunisia, where he significantly enhanced profitability and operational efficiency. His career also includes leadership roles at FPT Industrial and Procter & Gamble, showcasing his expertise and successes in marketing, supply chain optimization, and project management. Marco holds an Executive MBA from SDA Bocconi and a Master's degree in Engineering Management from Politecnico di Torino. In 2019, he was honored as a "Rising Star" by Automotive News Europe for his outstanding contributions to the supply chain field.

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Andrea FURLANETTO

Andrea Furlanetto is the Director of Business Development for South-Western Europe at TICONTRACT GmbH, a leading digital platform for transport procurement and logistics tendering. With over 25 years of international experience in supply chain and transportation management, he has led major projects including multi-billion-euro logistics tenders, European distribution network redesigns, lean production transformations, and modal shifts aimed at reducing environmental impact. In addition to his corporate role, Furlanetto serves as an Adjunct Faculty member at MIB Trieste School of Management, where he teaches Operations and Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, and e-Sourcing. His expertise bridges practical industry knowledge with academic insight, contributing to the development of future leaders in logistics and operations.

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Claudia Allegra GARUFI

Claudia Allegra-Garufi, Contract Logistics HR Senior Manager Italy

Claudia likes to define herself as an HR professional loaned to Logistics, with a Business Partner heart. After earning a degree in Foreign Literatures and an MBA in HR and Organization, she combined her passion for travel and curiosity about new people and places with a professional path in Human Resources. Her career developed within multinational companies operating in the Supply Chain industry, including Shipping, Freight Forwarding, and Contract Logistics. Claudia joined CEVA Logistics three years ago and is actively engaged in promoting the cultural and sustainable growth of the Company.

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Barbara GAUDENZI

Prof. Barbara Gaudenzi, PhD, is Associate Professor in Marketing, Supply Chain Management and Risk Management at the Department of Management, University of Verona, Italy (since 2011). She is Director of LogiMaster PLUS, Master in Supply Chain Management (www.logimaster.it), Department of Management, University of Verona, since 2012. She is Global Research Fellow at the University of Missouri – St. Louis (USA) in the ‘Supply Chain Risk And Resilience Research Institute’ (https://www.umsl.edu/business/departments/scr3/index.html), since 2020.

She is President of the Master program in ‘Management delle Attività Sportive Innovative e Sostenibili’, Department of Management, University of Verona (since 2023). She is Director of RiskMaster - Master in Risk Management (www.riskmaster.it), Department of Management, University of Verona, since 2011. She was Director of Master in Gestione dei rischi in agricoltura (https://www.corsi.univr.it/?ent=cs&id=1140), Department of Management, University of Verona, since 2023. She is currently involved in teaching and research projects for several organizations and institutions. She teaches in undergraduate Courses, Master Courses, MBA programs, and PhD courses in several cities in Italy and other countries.

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Fabrizio GEMMA

Accenture | Supply Chain lead for Energy market, Italia, Centro Europa e Grecia.

Fabrizio Gemma is a Senior Manager at Accenture in Milan, specializing in guiding energy sector companies through the digital and sustainable transformation of their supply chains. With over 15 years of experience in procurement, transport planning, and warehousing, he leads strategic projects across Italy and Europe.

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Steven GERARD

Steven Gerard is the Sales Director for France, Switzerland, and Belgium at Blume Global, where he leads strategic growth initiatives in digital supply chain solutions. Previously, he headed sales for the automotive and electronics sectors across Europe at Transporeon and served as CEO and founder of Cinatis, a SaaS transport collaboration platform. Over the past 25 years, Steven has held leadership roles in consulting, education, and enterprise logistics, building digital platforms to enhance supply chain execution, transport visibility, and customer satisfaction. Steven joined WiseTech through the Blume Global acquisition.

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Gabriele GHINI

Gabriele is a senior Executive Search Consultant with about 30 years of experience as Head Hunter for top level positions both at Italian and international level. Before entering in the search business, Gabriele spent the first 10 years of his career in three chemical Multinationals (Du Pont, Uniroyal and Rhone Poulenc Agrochimie) working as international sales and marketing manager, holding responsibilities over multiple geographies for strategic products in the EMEA region. His experience in the search business begun in 1989 with the start up of a Swedish recruiting company in Italy, which in a few years became a market leader in its area of business. This experience was followed by several years in Spencer Stuart as a core member of the Industrial practice and as Executive Vice President responsible for the launch an internet-based recruitment division which in a few years grew to the 30% of the company’s turnover. In 2005, Gabriele joined Heidrick & Struggles as a Partner in the Industrial and Supply Chain Practices to participate in the development of a new strategy focused on global practices and strategic worldwide accounts. In 2013, Gabriele joined Transearch - one of the top ten leading international networks in the Executive Search Industry worldwide - as the Managing Director for Italy. Since 2022 Gabriele has been named Board Member of Transearch International Partner LTD. Gabriele has a vast experience in leading assignments both for Multinationals and Family owned companies. Since 2016, Gabriele has been Adjunct Professor of Personal Branding and Reputation Management at the International Department of the Catholic University of Milan. Gabriele holds a Master degree in Agricultural Sciences and a doctorate in Phytopathology. Author of the book: “Diario di un Cacciatore di Teste. Oltre Social e Algoritmi” – Este 2020. Co-Author of the book: “Ceo Branding in the Reputation Economy” – Egea – 2022 Co- Author od the book: “Perché I Nani non diventano CEO e alter 7 tossicità aziendali” - Este 2024

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Angelo GIORDANO

Angelo Giordano is the Chief Research and Innovation Officer at ARS – Adriafer Rail Services, a leading company specializing in rail logistics and intermodal transport solutions in Gorizia, Italy. With a strong background in research and innovation, he plays a pivotal role in advancing sustainable and efficient logistics practices within the company. Giordano holds a degree from Sapienza University of Rome and has extensive experience in the logistics and transportation sectors. His expertise encompasses the development and implementation of innovative technologies aimed at optimizing supply chain operations and promoting environmental sustainability. Under his leadership, ARS is actively involved in various projects aimed at enhancing intermodal connectivity and reducing the carbon footprint of logistics operations. Giordano's work contributes significantly to the company's mission of providing integrated and eco-friendly transport solutions.

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Nicola GRANDIS

After studying Computer Engineering at the University of Bologna, Nicola began his career in Cyber Security with major multinational companies. In 2001, he founded Totalwire and spent two decades developing software and hardware solutions. In 2020, he launched ASC27, a startup focused on Cyber Security and Artificial Intelligence, delivering results through global collaborations. Today, he is CEO of both ASC27 and T01X, driving innovation and cutting-edge technology in their respective fields

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Paolo GUGLIELMINETTI

Paolo Guglielminetti is a Partner at PwC Italy and serves as the Global Railways and Roads Leader within the firm's Transportation & Logistics practice. With over 25 years of experience in transport planning, infrastructure assessment, and regulatory policy, he has led numerous strategic projects across Europe, the Mediterranean, and North America. Holding a PhD in Transport Engineering from the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne and a degree in Civil Engineering from the Politecnico di Torino, Guglielminetti has a strong academic foundation. Before joining PwC in 2001, he worked as a university assistant at the Transportation and Planning Institute (ITEP) of the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne. He has also contributed to over thirty publications on transport and logistics topics. Since 2014, he has been the team leader for the implementation support of the Mediterranean TEN-T Core Network Corridor on behalf of the European Commission.

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Paolo GUIDI

Mr. Paolo Guidi is an accomplished logistics professional with extensive experience in managing and developing operations within the global shipping and logistics industry. Currently serving as General Manager of CMA CGM Italy since May 2024, Paolo leads one of the key subsidiaries of CMA CGM, a world leader in container shipping & logistics solutions. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing business operations, driving growth strategies, and strengthening the company’s market position in Italy.

Before his current appointment, Paolo was Head of Business Development at Ceva Logistics Italy, a CMA CGM subsidiary and one of the world’s top five logistics players, where he spent three years successfully supporting the company’s expansion efforts. His expertise in business development, client relationship management, and operational excellence has contributed significantly to Ceva’s competitive edge in the Italian logistics market.

With a career spanning multiple leading international companies, Paolo has gained deep insights across a variety of industries (transportation, logistics, luxury, manufacturing & industrial produtction, etc.) into both shipper and forwarding operations. His professional journey includes key roles at renowned organizations such as L’Oréal, Logo, Tecnologistica, TNT, United Technologies Corporation, and Kuehne + Nagel.

This diverse background has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of supply chain dynamics, enabling him to deliver innovative solutions and optimize logistics performance.

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Aldo ISI

Aldo Isi is the Chief Executive Officer and General Manager of Rete Ferroviaria Italiana (RFI), the company responsible for managing Italy’s national rail infrastructure. He has over 25 years of experience in the transport and infrastructure sector within the Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane Group. Graduated in Civil Engineering from the University of Parma, Isi began his career at RFI in 1999 and held various technical and managerial positions in infrastructure maintenance, operations, and investment planning. He has led complex infrastructure projects, including the development of conventional and high-speed railway lines, technological upgrades, and intermodal facilities. Before becoming CEO of RFI in 2025, Isi served as CEO and General Director of Italferr and later as Managing Director and General Manager of Anas S.p.A., where he oversaw national road infrastructure initiatives.

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Jon F. KIRCHOFF

Ph.D. (University of Tennessee), is Chair of the Marketing and Supply Chain Management Department, an Associate Professor of Supply Chain Management, and a Research Associate for the Bureau of Business Research in the College of Business, East Carolina University, North Carolina. Kirchoff is a guest lecturer for the Department of Business Administration, University of Verona, Italy. His primary areas of research include sustainable supply chain management, healthcare supply chain management, and functional integration. He has published articles in Journal of Operations Management, Journal of Supply Chain Management, International Journal of Physical Distribution and Logistics Management, among other academic and professional publications including Harvard Business Review. Prior to academia, he worked 15 years in global purchasing and logistics management at Fortune 500 companies, including Mercedes-Benz U.S. International and Dish Network.

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Thomas KOFLER

Thomas began his professional career in logistics, implementing software solutions across Asia for a Swiss-based freight forwarder. In 2000, he founded his own company, focusing on consulting businesses to optimize their supply chain and logistics processes. In 2009, Thomas transitioned into software sales, joining Amber Road (now E2Open) to drive Go-to-Market (GtM) efforts in Europe. After successfully scaling operations across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, he shifted focus to support various U.S.-based start-ups entering the European market. Among these were Elementum, Tradeshift, and ClearMetal (now P44), where he contributed to their Go-to-Market strategies. In 2021, Thomas joined Everstream Analytics, managing sales for the DACH region and Asia-Pacific. Most recently, he served as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) for a Swiss-based software company, where he developed and executed the Go-to-Market strategy. He is also founding member and acting president of the CSCMP Roundtable Switzerland (Council of Supply Chain Management Professional)

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Sunil KUMAR

Sunil Kumar M A from Genpact’s flagship Supply Chain Operations Center in Katowice, Poland presents some current ML/AI, GenAI and Agentic AI solutions in Supply Chain across Planning and Logistics (use cases implemented in Demand Forecasting, Logistics Control Tower, Material Risk AI etc.,), sharing valuable lessons learned and real-life experiences. Join him for an actionable discussion on the reality of AI in Supply Chains.

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Bruno LABORIE

embarked on his software industry journey in 1999, collaborating with European banks during his tenure at Intuit Europe. In 2002, he joined ReadSoft (now Kofax) to assist companies in transitioning from paper to electronic process. During this period, he assembled a team of skilled presales engineers and transitioned into a partner role to support the company's expansion. By 2014, Bruno was part of the first employees of the SaaS platform and B2B Network known as Tradeshift. He was responsible for building a global partner ecosystem. Following a brief stint at a young AI startup, Bruno became part of TraceLink in 2022. TraceLink is the pioneering SaaS platform and B2B Network offering Life Sciences companies’ solution to ensure compliance with global traceability regulations and to provide an end-to-end orchestration platform for digitalizing their supply chain

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Luca LAGOMARSINO

Business Consultant at Exyond

He manages Exyond's truck business line, supporting road transport companies in digitising and optimising their processes also to ensure compliance with legal regulations. He is also responsible for developing KMaster offerings related to advanced telematics services for drivers and fleet managers. His goal is to integrate the information systems of companies in the logistics chain, both upstream and downstream of the road transport sector, in order to increase the value of each mission/trip. This is made possible through collaboration with other Circle Group companies, of which Exyond is a part, that deal specifically with each player in the logistics chain.

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Paul LAMMERS

Head of Operations Nestle Italiana

Paul Lammers is vice president Head of Operations at Nestle Italiana. With over 30 years of experience in Fish Feed, Pet Food and Human Food, in which he successfully integrated and transformed organizations. Throughout his career, Paul has held key positions in Finance, Logistics and Supply Chain in the Netherlands, Denmark, France, Italy, Germany, Poland and Switzerland. He is particularly skilled in optimizing cash, materials and data flows. In his previous role as Head of Supply Chain for Nestle Europe, implemented European Transport Planning and Supply Planning Hubs, and was member of the PWC Supply Chain Innovation Circle. In his current role in Italy to be able to orchestrate the E2E Supply Chain, is moving the organization to digital in this way to deal efficient and effective with the Italian route-to-market complexities. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking in mountains, playing football and Italian food, which ensures balancing well the physical and mental health. Paul looks forward to sharing insights at the conference and looking forward connecting with fellow professionals.