Executive Master in Supply Chain Management & Logistics

Benrnardo is a distinguished academic and executive consultant with over 40 years of international experience in engineering, operations, digital transformation, and strategic consulting. He holds a Degree in Electrical Engineering from Politecnico di Torino, where he was awarded the AEM Prize for Best Graduate, and a Master’s in Electrical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University, obtained through a Fulbright Scholarship from the U.S. Government. He also earned a scholarship to the Chicago School of Economics to pursue an MBA. In academia, he has served as a professor since 1981, beginning at the University of Naples, followed by appointments at the University of Calabria, LUISS, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Temple University Rome, and numerous other Italian institutions. He has taught in disciplines such as Operations Management, Procurement, and Systems Theory, with experience in executive education across Europe, Africa, and Latin America. Professionally, he held executive positions at multinational companies, including CIO for GE Oil & Gas, CTO at GE Consumer Finance, and CIO Latin America for AIG, with global assignments in Italy, the U.K., the U.S., and Argentina. His consulting career spans sectors such as logistics, finance, insurance, construction, and ICT, advising clients including BNL, Alitalia, Generali, Deutsche Bank, and Intesa Sanpaolo. He has led EU-funded research in transportation and telematics, coordinated strategic transformation initiatives, and served as a speaker and instructor for organizations such as Confindustria, LUISS Business School, and Federmanager Academy. He has authored and co-authored over 30 books and numerous scholarly articles. Currently, he is Program Director in the Master in Supply Chain and Logistics Management at Rome Business School and continues to contribute to academic and corporate innovation through education, advisory, and thought leadership, particularly active in the application of Lean Six Sigma to Financial Institutions. Bernardo has been particularly active in the application of Lean Six Sigma to Financial Institutions. He calls his approach 'Lean & Digitize' and over time has developed a specific methodology as a way to reduce costs and improve quality, bringing value to the Business. He is also “Cultore della Materia” at University of Tor Vergata, Rome, in Procurement and Supply Chain Management. He is also Certified Innovation Manager.

Valerio Dal Monte is Chief Executive Officer of Nextaly Group and a senior executive with over 30 years of cross-functional experience in finance, procurement, supply chain, and facility management across multinational environments. He currently lectures at Rome Business School, focusing on strategic procurement and operational efficiency. Dal Monte holds a degree in Business Economics from LUISS Guido Carli University and is a Chartered Accountant, Adaci Certified Teacher, and Registered Auditor. His career spans leadership roles at IP Gruppo API, Alitalia, and Pirelli Re, where he led procurement transformation, vendor strategy, and cost optimization initiatives in high-pressure, global contexts. He has managed large-scale supply chain operations across aviation, energy, and telecommunications sectors, overseeing fuel procurement, logistics, infrastructure, and environmental compliance. Dal Monte has served on corporate boards and directed restructuring programs involving multinational stakeholders. A frequent speaker at industry conferences, he brings academic insight and executive-level expertise to sustainable, integrated supply chain systems..

Fabio Tiozzo is a digital supply chain advisor and adjunct professor with over 30 years of experience at the intersection of supply chain management, operations research, and advanced analytics. He teaches at POLIMI Graduate School of Management and has lectured at AUDENCIA Business School, the University of Udine and the Rome Business School, with subjects like AI-enabled supply chains and production optimization and Supply Chain Risk Management and Resilience. He holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science with a thesis in Operations Research from the University of Udine and has completed advanced certifications in data science, AI, and sustainability. Tiozzo has held leadership roles in IBM, Siemens, and Blue Yonder, contributing to global projects in scheduling, planning, and AI-based supply chain transformation. An invited speaker at international conferences including AI Manufacturing and EURO, he has authored numerous technical publications and holds patents in manufacturing optimization. Through Tiozzo Consulting, he advises global firms on risk resilience, digital transformation, and AI integration in supply chains.

Gaetano Parrello is a senior legal professional with over 17 years of experience specializing in civil, international, and corporate law with a focus on legal governance in public procurement, arbitration, and dispute resolution related to supply chains and commercial operations. He currently serves as Delegate Counselor for the Civil Registries of the Bar Association of Velletri and President of its Arbitration Chamber, where he oversees legal procedures relevant to procurement and contract management. He holds a Law degree from LUMSA University and has led legal strategy and compliance for multiple institutions, including roles as a corporate legal advisor and mediator in civil disputes. His contributions extend to digital justice and innovation, where he serves as Delegate for the “Giustizia e Telematica” Department at the Consiglio Nazionale Forense. Parrello’s experience includes arbitration roles in cross-border supply-related conflicts, civil contract disputes, and risk mitigation in B2B transactions. As a lecturer and speaker on legal frameworks for procurement and commercial arbitration, he supports institutional innovation at the intersection of law, technology, and global supply chain governance.

Alessandro is the CEO and Founder of AVOR Consulting, a strategic advisory firm specializing in leveraged buyouts (LBOs), mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and corporate restructuring. Prior to establishing his firm, he worked for a New York-based consultancy within the Complex Valuation and Litigation Finance department. His diverse professional background includes experience as a Hedge Fund Analyst, focusing on restructurings and workouts; a Chief Financial Officer (CFO); a university professor; and a consultant in project finance. Furthermore, he has authored several articles for the financial platform Seeking Alpha. Alessandro holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics & Business Administration. He is a candidate for the CFA Level III designation, having successfully passed the preceding two levels. His credentials also include the Bloomberg Market Concepts (BMC) certificate and advanced expertise in Excel-based financial modeling.

Fabio Brunello brings over 20 years of professional experience in merchandise planning, retail management, and sales within the global fashion industry. He currently serves as Vice President of Merchandise Planning & Inventory Management for Europe at Levi Strauss & Co., where he also holds a board membership at Levi Strauss Europe. Fabio holds a degree in Marketing and Communication from Università Ca' Foscari di Venezia, complemented by executive training in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence from the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business, and sustainability studies at Vlerick Business School. With more than seven years of academic teaching experience, Fabio Brunello has lectured on stock management and fashion retail at CREA Genève's Master of Fashion Management program. His industry expertise spans omni-channel retail, AI-driven assortment optimization, and transformational leadership in multicultural environments. He has contributed as a panelist and speaker at several international fashion and retail summits. Fabio also holds certifications in leadership, marketing, and AI applications for business planners and serves on the Board of Directors for The Vegan Butcher’s Choice. His professional portfolio includes strategic leadership in sales, retail planning, and IT tool development for merchandise forecasting and replenishment.