The Rome Business School teaching method is designed to ensure the acquisition of theoretical and practical know-how in order to transfer truly useful competences that foster professional development. The faculty works together with the Advisory Board and the Academic Management team to ensure that the programs are constantly updated and easily transferrable to the professional world.Rome Business School faculty is composed by over 200 professionals and academic profiles who share a single, unique approach to training, characterized by an international, interdisciplinary and collaborative perspective. 90% of our lecturers combine teaching with their professional role and actual career, in different areas of the international business market. They blend academic rigor with the application of different tools, techniques and methodologies to enhance the student’s paths, implementing their profile to be in line with the job market right from the start.
Alberto brings over 30 years of executive experience within global telecommunications and technology corporations. Formerly Vice President Eastern Europe at HMD Global and Partner at YOURgroup, he is currently a Senior Advisory Consultant at NHZCA Srl. An expert in Go-To-Market strategies and global P&L management, he has served since 2021 as the Program Director for the Master in International Management at Rome Business School, where he is also an Alumnus.
President of Altromercato and Director of the Master in Sustainability at Rome Business School, he brings over 30 years of experience in ethical economy and sustainable development. A former President of Equo Garantito and founder of the Festival4Passi, he is a member of the RBS Corporate Advisory Board. His work bridges academic leadership and organizational management, with a deep commitment to social and economic innovation.
An expert in arts administration and cultural diplomacy with over 20 years of international experience. She holds a Ph.D. from La Sapienza University and has collaborated with institutions such as the UN (UNAOC), Teatro La Fenice, and the George Enescu Festival. Formerly CEO of SOLÈART Management, she has taught at IULM and the Royal Conservatoire of The Hague. Since 2021, she has served as Program Director for the Master in Arts & Culture Management at Rome Business School.
Founder and President of SenseCatch, Andrea Ciceri is a leading expert in consumer psychology and neuromarketing with over 15 years of experience. He holds a Ph.D. from IULM University and has collaborated with prestigious institutions such as Copenhagen Business School. As Program Director for the Master in Neuromarketing & Customer Experience at Rome Business School, he helps companies optimize consumer experiences by leveraging neuroscience and objective market insights.
A Senior Strategy Advisor with over 25 years of international expertise across the USA, Italy, and China. Formerly CEO of GEA International in Shanghai and a manager at Deloitte, he is an expert in business development and global market entry. He holds a degree in Electronic Engineering and an MBA from Boston University. Since 2019, he has served as MBA Program Director and Professor of Strategy at Rome Business School.
Bernardo brings over 40 years of international experience in engineering, digital transformation, and strategic consulting. Formerly a CIO and CTO for global corporations such as GE and AIG, he is an acclaimed academic expert in Operations Management and Systems Theory. Author of over 30 publications and creator of the "Lean & Digitize" method, he has served as Program Director for the Master in Supply Chain Management & Logistics at Rome Business School since 2021.
Owner and CEO of Azienda Agricola Volognano, she holds a degree and a Master’s in Oenology. Former Academic Coordinator at Gambero Rosso and Apicius, she has extensive international experience promoting the Italian lifestyle in the U.S. A mentor at Startupbootcamp FoodTech and a consultant in branding and communication for the F&B industry, she serves on the board of the Consorzio Chianti Colli Fiorentini and is the Program Director for the Food & Beverage and Tourism & Hospitality Masters at Rome Business School.
Founder of the EIS agency and the Italian Esports Observatory, Enrico Gelfi brings over 20 years of experience in sports communication and management. A former consultant for Olympic federations and global brands, he is a lecturer at the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore. Since 2021, he has served as Program Director for the Master in Sport & Lifestyle Management at Rome Business School, overseeing international and executive programs.
An electronic engineer and executive with over 30 years of experience, Fabrizio Santini is the National President of ADACI (Italian Association of Purchasing and Supply Management). He has held senior roles at multinationals such as Stanley Black & Decker, Piaggio, and Lucart Group, leading global sourcing and procurement transformation strategies. A specialist in strategic negotiation and cost optimization, since 2024 he has served as Program Director of the Master in Procurement & Supply Chain Management at Rome Business School.
A seasoned executive with over 30 years of leadership experience at Microsoft, IBM, and Baxter. A Senior Advisor in Private Equity and strategic consulting, he holds an MBA from Harvard University. An expert in Entrepreneurship and International Business, he has served as Program Director for the Master in Marketing & Sales at Rome Business School since 2018 and is a member of the Corporate Advisory Board.
Head of Legal and Corporate Affairs Europe at Enel S.p.A., Giuseppe Ferrara brings over 35 years of legal experience in the energy sector. A Supreme Court attorney, he is an expert in corporate governance and compliance, having served on multiple boards across Italy and Eastern Europe. Since 2018, he has lectured at LUISS University, and in 2024 he was appointed Program Director for the Master in Business Law at Rome Business School.
An HR Executive with over 25 years of experience, she is currently Head of Development, Education & People Caring at FiberCop. Formerly in charge of talent and inclusion at TIM S.p.A., she has held leadership roles at Adecco and Humangest. An expert in employer branding and organizational growth, since 2024 she has served as Program Director for the Master in Executive HRM at Rome Business School, leveraging her extensive expertise in negotiation and talent management.
Managing Director of PNValue and an expert with over 35 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and food industries. Formerly Corporate Vice President for Southern Europe and Head of Middle East & Africa at Novo Nordisk, he is a leader in e-Health innovation. Since 2024, he has served as Program Director for the Master in Pharma Management at Rome Business School, leveraging his extensive expertise in regulatory affairs and global strategic leadership.
An executive with over 35 years of experience in the energy sector, Luigi La Pegna has held top-level positions at Enel, including CEO of Enel Green Power France and Head of Global O&M, overseeing more than 65 GW of installed capacity. A mechanical engineer with executive training from Harvard and Northwestern, he holds five international patents in the wind energy sector. Since 2024, he has served as Program Director for the Master in Energy Management at Rome Business School.
An expert in Human Resources and Organizational Development with an extensive background in international organizations and media. Currently Head of HR and Organization Development at Intercultura, he previously held key leadership roles at Save The Children and Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT). A former journalist for RAI International, he specializes in Change Management, Agile methodologies, and labor relations. He is an accomplished lecturer and consultant in international business strategy and human capital management.
Marino Lizza brings over 25 years of experience as an entrepreneur, senior manager, and international consultant. Having held executive roles at organizations such as INVITALIA and ATAC, he has led major European projects focused on innovation and sustainability across Europe and Asia. A Law graduate from La Sapienza University, he is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP®). Founder and CEO of WeCanJob and a member of the Italian Association of Business Economists (GEI), he has served since 2015 as a senior lecturer in economic and organizational subjects at Rome Business School.
An expert in international finance and business with a 12-year career across Wall Street and Europe, Marshall Langer has worked for firms such as BNP Paribas and Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette. He holds an MBA from the Wharton School and has taught at NYU Stern, UConn, and LUISS. Author of publications on business management and leveraged buyouts, since 2024 he has served as Program Director of the International MBA at Rome Business School.
Manager in the AI & Data division at Deloitte Consulting and an expert with over 19 years of experience in Advanced Analytics. She holds a Ph.D. in Marketing Management and has been a lecturer at "La Sapienza" University of Rome since 2014. A researcher in Emotional AI, she has led projects for global brands such as Ferrari, Banca Sella, and TIM. Since 2024, she has served as Program Director of the Master in Artificial Intelligence at Rome Business School.
A Canadian HR Generalist with over 20 years of consulting and operational experience. As Program Director for the Master in Human Resources Management at Rome Business School, she is an expert in interactive training and cultural transformation. Specialized in Diversity & Inclusion, she designs workshops on inclusive recruitment and cross-cultural communication, driving positive change and fostering a sense of belonging in the workplace.
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.
A Chartered Accountant, consultant, and academic with a PhD in Economy and Finance from La Sapienza and a UK-earned MBA. Founder of Studio Mazzotta, he brings over 15 years of experience in Corporate and Subsidized Finance, having held positions at SACE and Invitalia. Since 2023, he has served as Director of the Executive Master in Finance & Financial Markets at Rome Business School, where he received the Best Program Director Award 2025.
Chief AI Scientist at TopView S.r.l. and an expert in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science with over 10 years of experience. He holds a Ph.D. in Statistics from the University of Naples Federico II, where he also serves as a lecturer. Formerly Head of Data Science at Crisma, he has led AI projects in Finance and Cybersecurity. Since 2024, he has been the Program Director of the Master in Artificial Intelligence at Rome Business School.
An entrepreneur and PMP® certified Project Manager with over 26 years of experience in the IT and professional services sectors. Founder and CEO of Comtaste S.r.l., he has led strategic projects for multinationals such as Google, Adobe, and HP. In 2019, he launched TS Mood, an innovative startup in the online booking industry. Since 2021, he has served as Program Director for the Master in Entrepreneurship & Innovation at Rome Business School.
An internationally recognized dairy nutritionist with over 25 years of experience, Richard Paratte is an expert in ruminant nutrition and feed technology. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Milan and conducted postdoctoral research at Cornell University. Having consulted for industry leaders such as Vetagro and Neovia, he is the co-author of the textbook “Alimentazione della Vacca da Latte.” Fluent in five languages, since 2024 he has served as Program Director of the Master in Agribusiness Management at Rome Business School.
Senior Executive with a 25-year career at Nestlé, Mastercard, and lastminute.com. Currently a Partner at YOURgroup and Director of the Master in Digital Marketing & Business Transformation at Rome Business School, she is an expert in digital innovation, strategic leadership, and DEI advocacy.
Technical Sales Public Sector at Google and Program Director of the Master in Data Science at Rome Business School, Silvia Bellucci brings over 25 years of experience in Digital Transformation. Formerly a Senior Manager at IBM, she is an expert in Cloud Architecture and Analytics. She holds a degree in Physics from Sapienza University with advanced training from SDA Bocconi. A Google Cloud Club 2024 Winner, she is actively involved in supporting young professionals in the tech industry.
Accomplished executive with over 30 years of global leadership experience, he served as Group CEO of Tod’s and held senior roles at Bulgari (LVMH Group). Currently Operating Partner at VAM Investments and Program Director for the Master in Fashion & Luxury Management at Rome Business School, he is an internationally recognized expert in brand transformation, retail innovation, and strategic market development within the fashion and luxury sectors.
Oswald Garms is a film producer and international media consultant with over 20 years of professional experience in audiovisual production, post-production, and European co-productions. He currently teaches Film and TV Production at the Roma Film Academy (since 2017) and the Rome Business School (since 2023), where he mentors students in production planning, financing, and cross-border collaboration. Garms holds a degree in Anthropology, Oriental History, and Languages from the University of Bologna, with further training in screenwriting and film production from Raindance Film School (London) and the EU MEDIA Programme (EAVE, 2010). He began his career as an editor for RAI and later spent a decade at Bavaria Media Italia, where he oversaw format adaptation, international sales, and production of both TV and theatrical titles. As an independent producer, he has developed and financed numerous international co-productions, including “Mozzarella Stories”, “Rafaël”, and “Porcelain”. He has secured and managed major public funding at European and national levels, and has served as a consultant for companies such as Final Cut for Reel and Samsa Film. His editorial work includes the Genova Film Festival-winning short “La paura del portiere al calcio di rigore”. Fluent in German, Italian, English, and French, Garms also translates technical and academic texts related to the audiovisual sector.
A tech entrepreneur and biologist with a Ph.D. in Neuropharmacology, Valentino Megale is the CEO and co-founder of Softcare Studios, a startup leading the use of extended reality (XR) and AI for mental health. With over 7 years of experience in Digital Health and international accolades like the Startup Europe Awards, he is a top expert in immersive technologies. Since 2024, he has served as Program Director of the Master in Artificial Intelligence at Rome Business School.
Associate Director of Regulatory Strategy at Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Luana Riccardi brings over 18 years of experience in regulatory affairs and pharmacovigilance. Formerly head of regulatory operations for Italy and Malta at Novo Nordisk, she is an expert in clinical compliance and market access. She holds a degree in Chemistry from La Sapienza University and, since 2024, has served as Program Director of the Master in Pharma & Health Management at Rome Business School.
Founder and CEO of AVOR Consulting, he is an expert in M&A, Leveraged Buyouts, and corporate restructuring. With an international background spanning New York and Italy, he has served as a Hedge Fund Analyst and CFO. A CFA Level III candidate and contributor to Seeking Alpha, he possesses deep expertise in Project Finance and financial modeling. Since 2024, he has been a lecturer and Program Director at Rome Business School.
