International Master in Digital Marketing and Business Transformation

Over 26 years of experience as an Export Manager, Entrepreneur, and Project & Operations Manager, with a focus on enterprise software applications and professional services. Passionate about Project Management, particularly in the Information Technology sector, he is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP). In 2005, he co-founded Comtaste S.r.l., an IT consulting firm where he still serves as CEO, primarily overseeing strategic projects for the company and directly managing key clients, including several multinationals such as Adobe, Google, and HP. In 2019, he founded TS Mood S.r.l., an innovative startup operating in the online booking sector for tourism. He is also the Program Director of the Master in Entrepreneurship & Innovation at Rome Business School.

With over 18 years of professional experience in brand strategy and communication, Elisa Barbieri is a bilingual branding expert and educator currently serving as Professor of Digital Branding at Santa Reparata International School of Art in Florence. She also lectures at the Rome Business School and IED (Istituto Europeo di Design) in both Milan and Florence. She holds an Honours degree in International Communication from the University for Foreigners of Perugia and completed advanced studies at the Miami Ad School Europe in Hamburg, where she specialized in Account Planning. As Co-founder and Communication Consultant at eibranding.com, she has led projects for international clients including Baker Hughes (G\&E Oil and Gas), AXA, Cisco (Fluidmesh), and Expo 2015. Her prior industry experience includes strategic roles at GHMC London, Euro RSCG Milan, and Atletico International in Barcelona. She brings a global perspective and creative acumen to both academic and professional settings.

Giacomo Scettri is an experienced data science trainer and educator with a strong focus on STEM education and innovative teaching methods. With over 1,000 hours of training in data science and machine learning for companies like Codemotion, TIM, and Manpower, he has helped launch careers for STEM graduates and career changers. Giacomo is also an adjunct professor at the Campus Bio-Medico University of Rome, where he taught mathematics to international students. His academic background includes a Master's degree in History and Didactics of Physics from the University of Bologna, where his thesis explored the differences in learning between game-based learning and formal education. Additionally, he has a Master's in Physics of Complex Systems from IFISC in Palma de Mallorca and a Bachelor's in Physics from La Sapienza University. Giacomo is also the founder of “Dopolavoro matematico,” a movement aimed at making mathematics more accessible and enjoyable for everyone. He is fluent in Italian and English and has experience with various programming languages such as Python, R, and MySQL.

Marshall Langer is a native of Miami, Florida. He received his MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and has additionally taken extensive graduate coursework in Counseling Psychology at New York University. Marshall enjoyed a 12-year career in diverse business and finance sectors in the U.S. and Europe. He has worked on Wall Street on investment banking and risk arbitrage for firms like Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette as well as in trading for BNP Paribas. He further worked in the areas of corporate management, marketing strategy, management consulting, and real estate and he is also a Trained Group Counselor. Marshall has also taught at New York University’s Stern School of Business, Fordham University, University of Connecticut, Luiss University, and The American University of Rome. Marshall authored UN agency FAO Course guide: Fundamentals of International Business Management (Rome, 2006) and co-authored of Leveraged Buyouts (Rome, Kappa, 2012).

Federico has a Degree in Marketing and Communication at IED and has almost 15 years of experience in the Marketing sector. He first worked as Web Marketing Consultant at Seat Pagine Gialle SpA, and then was Marketing Specialist and Marketing Manager first at Paul Taylor and then at David Naman. Currently he is Founder & Marketing Manager at Edit Studio, a multidisciplinary agency specialized in Fashion, Beauty and Lifestyle markets.

Albert Antonini Mangia is an executive and educator with over 25 years of professional experience in digital marketing, digital growth strategy, e-commerce, and innovation strategy. He currently teaches Digital Marketing, E-commerce, and Go-to-Market Strategy at institutions including SDA Bocconi, Università Cattolica, IULM, and Rome Business School. He holds a Master's degree in Economics from Università degli Studi di Bari and has completed executive programs in corporate governance and AI. Antonini Mangia served as Marketing Director for Alibaba Group in Southern Europe, where he led regional digital strategy and market entry for over 500 brands. His previous roles at Mediaset and Fininvest include leadership in digital transformation, mobile, and performance marketing. He currently works at CAVOUR Corporate Finance as a cunsultanta and industry expert and he is the author of Digital Marketing & E-commerce (Hoepli, 2023) and a frequent keynote speaker at national and international conferences. He collaborates with corporate boards, private equity firms, and strategic advisory groups, with a focus on scaling businesses in digital environments.

Lorenzo Ermigiotti is a senior content strategist with over 25 years of professional experience in digital publishing, content marketing, and editorial management. He currently serves as a faculty member at Rome Business School, where he lectures on digital content strategy, content operations, and communication planning. Mr. Ermigiotti holds a Master’s degree in Marketing and Communication from LUISS Business School and a Bachelor's in European Studies from the University of Essex. Over the course of his career, he has held leadership roles in major Italian digital media groups, including Triboo Media and Gruppo HTML, directing editorial strategy for publications such as Webnews, HTML.it, and Leonardo.it. He currently leads content operations at DOS Design and serves as a consultant through GLG, with additional experience supporting innovation ecosystems, including projects for INNOVIT San Francisco. His areas of expertise include brand communication, data-driven content optimization, SEO, and content monetization. Fluent in English, Spanish, and French, Mr. Ermigiotti combines cross-sector industry insight with academic engagement, contributing to the development of best practices in digital media and omnichannel content strategy.

Manuel Tundis is a digital marketing specialist with over 10 years of experience across digital strategy, extended reality, CRM, and data-driven communication. He is currently the VR&Metaverse Specialist at The Armin Bar, and he serves as a Lecturer at Rome Business School. He holds an Executive Master in Business Analytics from the University of Cambridge, a Master’s degree in Organization and Marketing for Corporate Communication from Sapienza University of Rome, and additional academic training in communication sciences from the Universities of Urbino and Calabria. Mr. Tundis has led marketing and digital transformation initiatives in both public and private sectors, including CRM strategy at CAM Spa and VR marketing campaigns for Unilever’s Knorr brand in partnership with WWF. He has also developed immersive communication tools as Technical Manager at Forum PA and serves as Head of Digital Marketing at Biocontrol. His work bridges innovation and communication, integrating extended reality and AI into marketing practice. He has authored several essays and opinion pieces published in Il Tempo and Sustainability Times, contributing to discourse on media, presence, and digital society.

Valentino Megale is a tech entrepreneur, biologist, and innovation advocate specializing in mental well-being through immersive technologies and data monitoring. He is the CEO and co-founder of Softcare Studios, a digital health startup that leverages advanced technologies to enhance medical treatments and support patients’ mental health. Valentino has over 7 years of professional experience in the digital health sector. He holds a PhD in Neuropharmacology from the "D’Annunzio" University of Chieti, with international experience in Austria and France. He is also an online lecturer in immersive technologies at the Web Marketing Festival and serves as Program Director and lecturer at Rome Business School. His academic background spans 6 years, focusing on neuropharmacology and biotechnology. Throughout his career, he has received several awards, including “Best E-Health Startup” at the Startup Europe Awards, and has taken part in international acceleration programs such as Accelerace and TMCx. He has spoken at prestigious events like TEDx and participated in innovation challenges with global companies such as Pfizer and Merck.

Sara Caprasecca is a communications and corporate transformation consultant expert with over 15 years of professional experience spanning digital marketing, media strategy, and project management. Ms. Caprasecca holds a Bachelor’s degree in Literature and Mass Media Communication from Roma Tre University and has completed executive training in Digital Transformation for SMEs (Milan, 2017) and Blockchain Management (Rome, 2020). She has been actively engaged in academic teaching and corporate training since 2017, delivering programs in both academic and professional settings, including Talent Garden. Her industry experience includes a decade as a freelance press officer and social media strategist, managing communication strategies for digital platforms, video production teams, and e-commerce ventures. At Talent Garden, she contributes as Project and Community Manager and mentors students and professionals on innovation-driven projects.

Maria Rosaria Raspanti, Ph.D., is Counsel in Antitrust and Regulatory Law at the Pavia e Ansaldo law firm, with over 12 years of experience consulting on European Union competition, consumer protection, and regulatory matters. She is an Honorary Fellow in International Economic Law at Luiss Guido Carli University and a lecturer at the Rome Business School, where she teaches the regulatory aspects of digital and cross-border commerce. Dr. Raspanti holds a Ph.D. in Law and Economics from the University of Siena and graduated in EU competition law and international trade from the University of Palermo, also completing her education at the Université de Valenciennes. Her professional activity includes significant cases in platform regulation, advertising compliance, and fair competition in the digital economy. A recipient of the Antitrust Defense Award (2017) and recognized as Lawyer of the Year – EU & Competition at the Legalcommunity Fortyunder40 Awards, Dr. Raspanti has published numerous contributions on competition policies, online distribution, and new trends in digital enforcement within the European Union.

Ilaria Benni is WW Talent & Organization Development Director at Fendi, with over 30 years of international experience across the luxury and FMCG sectors, including leadership roles at Loro Piana and Colgate-Palmolive. She specializes in organizational design, leadership development, and change management—core areas impacting digital marketing transformation and talent strategy in global brands. Benni graduated from Stanford University School of Business and is a certified coach through Hogan Assessments and ICF. She has led large-scale transformation initiatives in Europe and the U.S., aligning people development strategies with evolving digital marketing ecosystems. Her work supports digital brand building through inclusive leadership, talent acquisition, and future-oriented learning systems. She regularly contributes to academic and executive education programs, integrating digital innovation, AI, and behavioral assessment into human capital development frameworks.

Osvaldo Adinolfi is a marketing and communication professional with a deep expertise in branding and innovation. He is the Founder and CEO of TUS - The Unusual Suspects, a marketing consultancy, and also lectures at several recognized institutions, including the 24ORE Business School and LUISS Business School. Previously, he was the Senior Vice President of Marketing and Creative Director at Edelman, where he led successful campaigns for high-profile clients like Nutella and Mastercard. Before that, he was the Communication Manager for Europe & USA at Procter & Gamble, managing marketing strategies for major brands such as Pringles and Pantene. His work has been recognized with multiple awards, including SABRE Awards for campaigns with Carlsberg and Puma. He is also a Board Member of P&G Alumni Italia.