International Master in Energy Management​

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.

Anna Acanfora is Head of Commissioning at Enel Global Retail, where she leads global commercial governance strategies, including commissioning frameworks, incentive policies, and remuneration structures across multiple markets. She brings over 15 years of international experience in the energy sector, with a focus on energy transition, business strategy, and operational excellence. Ms. Acanfora holds a Master of Science in Management from Università Bocconi and a CEMS Master in International Management from WU Vienna, as well as a bachelor's degree in Economics for Business Management from the University of Naples Federico II. She also completed the Program for Leadership Development (PLD) at Harvard Business School. Her industry career spans roles of increasing responsibility within Enel, including positions in global business development, customer care operations, and strategic market analysis. She has led cross-functional initiatives in over nine countries and collaborated with public-private networks through her fellowship with the World Economic Forum’s Net Zero Carbon Cities program. Ms. Acanfora is an active contributor to thought leadership in sustainability and innovation, with publications on integrated energy solutions, renewable energy de-risking, and urban transformation.

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.

Daniele Maver is a seasoned business executive with over 40 years of experience in the automotive and finance industries. He began his career in 1984 at Ford Italia before joining Nissan Italia, where he played a key role in the start-up and development of the National Sales Company. Over a 12-year tenure at Nissan, he held several senior national positions—including Chief Financial Officer and Sales & Marketing Director—as well as international assignments. Notably, he led the launch of Nissan's captive finance company, serving as Managing Director for four years. In 2000, he joined Ford Motor Company in the United Kingdom and, by 2002, was appointed Managing Director of Ford Credit Italia, the financial services arm of the Ford Group. Since May 2007, he has served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Jaguar Land Rover Italia, overseeing the brand's operations, strategy, and growth within the Italian market until 2021. He has extensive expertise in business strategy, finance, and operations, with significant contributions to mergers and acquisitions, financial product development, and dealer network management. He is currently a faculty member at LUISS Business School, teaching courses on Smart Mobility, Automotive Marketing, and Brand Management. He holds a Master in Business Administration from Università L. Bocconi and a degree in Business Economics from Università La Sapienza, Rome, he is also a qualified professional accountant (Dottore Commercialista), writer of articles on Automotive strategic transformation on major newspaper (Repubblica) and magazines (ItaliaInforma), Consultant for Automotive Companies and Retailers

Daniele Monacelli is currently an Operation & Maintenance Manager for photovoltaic plants at Enel Green Power, with over 13 years of professional experience in the energy sector. He is also a lecturer at the Rome Business School. He has a solid academic background in Management Engineering (Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the University of Rome Tor Vergata), is currently pursuing an Executive MBA at the same university, and holds a specialized Master’s degree in Operation & Maintenance from the Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna. He has accumulated more than 9 years of experience in teaching and in technical and managerial training. Throughout his career, he has held roles of increasing responsibility at both national and international levels in areas such as industrial risk management, development of innovative projects, sustainability, and continuous improvement in renewable technologies (solar, wind, hydroelectric, geothermal). He has led technical and strategic consulting projects in collaboration with global companies, including coordinating cross-technology initiatives in over 20 countries. He is the author of technical contributions and actively involved in applied research projects, with professional recognitions including the Envision Sustainability Professional certification and the ECDL.

Federica has gained 20 years of experience as a lawyer. She served as Legal Adviser for Albacom and Valore Italia Holding di Partecipazioni S.p.A., and worked as a lawyer at Studio Legale Unghi e Nunziante and Grimaldi Studio Legale. She was a Member of the Board of Directors at AEQUA ROMA S.P.A. and a Member of the Supervisory Board at Ama S.p.A. Meanwhile, she began her academic career: for the past 27 years, she has been an Assistant Professor in Company and Commercial Law at LUISS Guido Carli, and for the last 8 years, a Professor in Business Law at the University of Arkansas Rome Center (UARC). In 2016, she became Managing Partner at the law firm Donativi e Associati. She is also a Member of the Board of Directors at BancoPosta Fondi S.p.A. SGR and an Alternate Auditor at Automobil Club d’Italia. She is an expert in financial markets and M&A from a regulatory perspective.

Giuseppe Serrecchia is Head of Technologies and Architectures at Enel Group’s Global ICT division, where he directs enterprise-wide digital infrastructure strategy and innovation. With over 33 years of professional experience in software engineering, digital transformation, and IT leadership, he has held CTO roles in major media and publishing organizations, including Edizioni Condé Nast and Gruppo Editoriale L’Espresso. Dr. Serrecchia holds a Master of Science in Electronic Engineering from Università degli Studi di Roma “La Sapienza.” He has led global digital enablement programs within Enel Green Power and played a central role in designing ICT architectures across multinational operations.

Marino Lizza brings over 25 years of experience as an entrepreneur, general manager, public investment officer, project manager, and trainer. He currently serves as a lecturer and trainer in economic and organizational subjects at academic institutions and advanced training centers, collaborating with organizations such as Rome Business School and AKA Campus.​ He holds a Law degree from La Sapienza University of Rome, along with a postgraduate specialization in European Community Law and Economics and a Master's in Diplomatic Studies from SIOI (Italian Society for International Organization). In the industrial sector, he has held executive and technical roles at INVITALIA, ATAC, and CONFSERVIZI, leading European projects focused on innovation, sustainability, and skills development.​ Marino has also provided international consulting services for public bodies and private enterprises across Europe and Asia. He is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP®) by the Project Management Institute (PMI), with deep expertise in project management, including agile and hybrid approaches. He is the author of numerous publications on labor, utilities, and public policy.​ Since 2015, he has been the CEO and founder of WeCanJob. He is also a member of GEI – the Italian Association of Business Economists

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).

Massimiliano Tarantino is Head of Business Development for Repowering and Refurbishment at Enel Green Power, where he leads strategic initiatives to enhance the efficiency and operational lifespan of renewable energy assets. With over 24 years of professional experience in the energy sector, Mr. Tarantino has held successive leadership roles across business development, procurement, and sales within Enel Group. He holds a Master of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the Politecnico di Bari. His academic engagements include guest lectures and collaborations with university programs on sustainable energy and infrastructure finance. Mr. Tarantino has led cross-border renewable energy projects across Southern Europe and Latin America, establishing partnerships with government institutions and multinational firms. His certifications include “Principles of Valuation: Time Value of Money” and “Corporate Finance Essentials”, underscoring his expertise in investment appraisal and strategic planning.

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.