International Online Master in International Business and Corporate Law

Gaia Nina has a Law Degree and Master Degree in Tax Law from the University LUISS of Rome. She is a lawyer of the bar association of Rome since 2014. She had diverse working experience in international environments, and she worked for EBA Clearing in Paris from June till October 2019. She is working for a boutique Law Firm in Rome with a special focus in Labor & Employment Law. She has, by nature, an entrepreneurial spirit, and that is why she completed the MBA part-time program at Luiss Business School in June 2020. Gaia is an Italian native speaker. She is fluent in English, and she is constantly trying to improve her French. Having lived in different countries around the world, she knows the importance of networking. She joined the Professional Women Association (PWA) because she believes in the power of team working and because for her diversity is a major plus. As Programming Director, she wishes to affirm with PWA members & friends the fundamental role women play in this challenging era.

Paul Greven is a 20+PQE lawyer admitted as a solicitor in: i) Ontario, Canada ii) England and Wales (non practicing) and iii) the Cayman Islands. ​His principal areas of practice include corporate/commercial law, hotels, mixed use real estate development, commercial leasing and mergers & acquisitions. Paul also has considerable experience advising on employment/HR, procurement (RFPs), IP, compliance and corporate social responsibility matters.​ Has extensively published and spoken on behalf of the UN with respect to the topics of anti-corruption and best practices for general counsel to consider when seeking to drive the sustainability agenda with their respective board of directors.

A research fellow in International Law at Ca’ Foscari University of Venice and works in the consulting field International Law and International Affairs. He studied and worked in Italy, in the Czech Republic, in the PRC and in Russia and he fluently speaks 5 languages. Lecturer in "International Business Law" in the "Global Development and Entrepreneurship" master's degree course for the academic year 2021/2022; Lecturer in “Advanced International Law” in the master's degree course “Comparative International Relations” for the academic year 2022/2023. His main fields of interest and expertise are regional integration, international business law (with particular attention to the role of the non-State actors), West-East relations and the relation between international law and new technologies (namely the blockchain, the AI and in general all the issues related to cybersecurity). He is the author of a number of scientific publications concerning his fields of expertise, published both in Italy and abroad, and he has been member of the venetian editorial board of ‘Diritto del commercio internazionale’ (Italian A-Class scientific journal) since 2021. He holds a Master degree in International Relations from Ca’ Foscari University of Venice and a PhD in “Law, Market and Person” (International Law) from Ca’ Foscari University of Venice​

Francesca started her career as Senior Associate at D'Urso Munari Gatti, drafting contracts with local or international parties and focusing on commercial, corporate, telecommunications and administrative law with specific reference to public procurement. In 2005 she worked in Corporate Affairs for Enel, and then entered the team of Enel Green Power as Head of Corporate Affairs and then became Head of Corporate Governance M&A and Finance. Subsequently she was Head of Legal Affairs for Global Infrastructure & Network Business Line for Enel. Currently she holds the position of Head of Financial Legal Affairs at Enel.

Alice Flacco is a distinguished international lawyer with over 10 years of experience in European, US, and Chinese legal affairs. She currently serves as Vice President and General Counsel at MicroPort, overseeing legal operations for the company’s Cardiac Rhythm Management division. Alice has a robust background in advising on high-profile corporate governance, cross-border transactions, international M&A, and IP matters. She is fluent in Italian, French, and English, with basic proficiency in Mandarin. Alice holds a Master’s in Business Law from the University of Paris II, Panthéon-Assas, and a Master of Laws from Università La Sapienza, Rome. She is an award-winning legal expert, recognized for her contributions to M&A and litigation (General Counsel of the Year, Italy Award – Mergers & Acquisitions, 2024 – Global Legal Association, Dubai 2024) and frequently speaks at global legal conferences. Alice is also an active jury member for several prestigious legal awards and non-profits, Authored Several Publications for Leading Italian Life Sciences Magazine

A seasoned legal leader with extensive experience across various industries and senior executive roles. They have made significant contributions to corporate governance as General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer, and Director of Institutional Affairs in companies like ENI, Pfizer, FENDI (LVMH), and IVG (automotive). Served as a board member and on governance committees at Terna and OpenjobMetis Spa.

Avv. Giorgio Martellino is a corporate legal expert with over 25 years of experience in multinational organizations across sectors including pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and public utilities. He currently serves as Director of Legal Affairs, Corporate Governance, and Compliance at Acquedotto Pugliese S.p.A., where he oversees legal strategy, risk management, and regulatory compliance for one of Europe’s largest water utilities. He holds a Law degree with honors from LUISS Guido Carli University (1992) and has been a licensed attorney since 1996. A former General Counsel at Cementir Holding and Natuzzi S.p.A., he has managed legal operations in Europe, the Americas, Asia, and the Middle East. He teaches commercial contract law at LUISS and is the Southern Regional Head of A.I.G.I. He has published and presented extensively on corporate governance and compliance, and served as a subject matter expert for academic and industry forums. ​

Maria Antonietta Giannelli is an accomplished mergers and acquisitions executive with over 25 years of professional experience in the energy, infrastructure, and utilities sectors. She currently serves as Head of Mergers and Acquisitions at Snam S.p.A., overseeing complex international transactions and strategic investments. She previously held senior leadership roles at Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane, Enel Group, and Pirelli Real Estate, and has served on the boards of Enel Generación Chile and PJSC Enel Russia. Giannelli holds an MBA from LUISS Business School and a degree in Economics and Finance from the University of Salento. She has extensive experience in international deal structuring, corporate governance, and strategic planning, with a strong record of board-level leadership in multinational settings. Her global perspective is supported by a decade-long tenure in cross-border M&A and board governance throughout Europe, Latin America, and Russia.​

Brunella Lombardi is a seasoned energy sector executive with over 20 years of professional experience in innovation, regulatory affairs, and data protection. She currently serves as Data Protection Officer (DPO) for Enel Italy’s Staff & Services, Power Generation, and Energy Management divisions, where she oversees regulatory compliance and privacy strategy. Previously, she held leadership roles in innovation and international business development within Enel, focusing on energy markets and strategic growth initiatives. Lombardi holds a Bachelor of Science in Business and Managerial Economics from the University of Naples Federico II and completed advanced postgraduate studies in financial market regulation at LUISS Business School. Her international experience includes collaborations on multi-country regulatory policy and digital transformation initiatives within the utilities industry.​

Giulio has led a team of 700+ professionals across 32 countries. His expertise includes M&A, corporate finance, governance, litigation, climate change, and ESG governance. He spearheaded the UN Global Compact think lab until June 2023 and played a key role in Enel Group's multinational expansion. With a PhD in Company Law and fluency in Italian, English, and Spanish, Giulio advocates for integrating legal expertise into business strategy for sustainable growth.​

An accomplished legal professional currently serving as Litigation and Regulatory Counsel for Google in Italy, Greece, and Malta. Prior to her role at Google, Marta spent nearly five years at Hogan Lovells as an Associate. She holds a Master of Laws (LLM) degree in IP and Privacy from The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), and has completed executive education in Computer Science for Lawyers from Harvard Law School. Marta's expertise spans trademark law, patent law, M&A, competition, and digital rights & privacy. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Law from Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, with additional studies as an Erasmus student at Mykolas Romeris University.