Scientist at heart and by training, a people-focused leader passionate about technology transfer, using data and AI to drive impactful change.

I have spent 17 years in industry and academia, making an impact across multidisciplinary domains — from AI and data science to psychology, digital phenotyping, and user modeling. I published over 50 peer-reviewed scientific publications and 20+ patent applications.

As Senior Vice President of Research & Development and executive board member of Koa Health — spun out from Telefónica’s moonshot project, Alpha — I lead high-performing teams that develop and validate cutting-edge technologies to monitor, predict, and improve mental well-being. I am also a Visiting Fellow at the London School of Economics and Political Science.

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As an ex TV host at national TV channels (link to one episode), I remain passionate about the media and public speaking -- now for disseminating science. I am regularly invited to speak at events and conferences.

Tennis has been a lifelong passion.  I also enjoy exploring and analysing wine — holding a sommelier qualification from Associazione Italiana Sommelier. I live with my family in the beautiful Costa Brava, where I find balance and inspiration outside of work.

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