Glenn Mercer is an independent automotive researcher. He has 40 years of automotive experience, beginning in 1985 at a Certain Consulting Firm, where he was a Partner in the Automotive Practice (including work in Milan), participating in hundreds of client studies over that time. Since 2006 he has been a sole practitioner. In this period, in addition to project work for investment firms (e.g., Baillie Gifford, Kleiner Perkins, KKR, TPG, Greenbriar, Sterling) , he has been an advisor to industry entities (NADA, NAAA, etc.) a Board member for automotive firms (e.g., Rimstock, Grakon, Ricardo, Stackpole), an expert witness in automotive cases, and a lecturer on automotive economics in academia (e.g., Wharton, Coventry, Case). Prior to beginning his automotive career at McKinsey, he worked at first the CIA and then at BP. He has been President of the Society of Automotive Analysts, and Director of the International Motor Vehicle Program. He is proud to have once attended an automotive conference in Venice, a city which has no cars!

He holds a degree in Business Administration from Ca' Foscari University Venice and continued his education by taking a course in Entrepreneurship at UCLA Anderson School of Management in Los Angeles. He joined Quintegia in 2004, initially as a researcher, then with the role of Project Manager coordinating the activities inherent to Top50 Dealers and Automotive Dealer Day. He continued his professional growth by joining the Board of Directors with delegated authority over Corporate & Industry Relations activities with a focus on Sales, Marketing & Communication. From 2021 he was appointed CEO of Quintegia, with the objective of defining and implementing a new strategic plan aimed at leading the company to seize the opportunities arising from the transformations taking place in the mobility market and implement a path of international expansion. Over the years he has also collaborated with J.D. Power & Associates on several projects focused on the Italian market and other research initiatives with Ca' Foscari University Venice.

Nadia Olivero is Professor in Marketing Management at the Department of Economic Sciences and Law for Economics at the University of Milan Bicocca and scientific director of the Maref Master. She graduated with honors in Applied Psychology in Marketing from the University of Turin and obtained a PhD in Consumer Behavior from University College London, after working as an account executive and strategy consultant in DDB Group advertising agencies in London. She has taught Applied Psychology at the London School of Economics, Management at Birbeck College (University of London), Fashion and Luxury Brand Management at the Federal University of Rio De Janeiro, Consumer Psychology at the University of Gastronomic Sciences and the Polytechnic School of Design. She has over 20 years of experience in consumer insight and strategic innovation consulting for well-known international brands. Since 2011, she has been an advisor for McKinsey & Company on consumer experience strategy and management training. She has led numerous strategic innovation consulting projects and top management training in banking & finance, retail, technology, FMCG, tourism, and luxury sectors. Her work has been awarded by the European Union, the British Psychological Society and MIUR. Formerly editor-in-chief of Micro & Macro Marketing (Il Mulino ed.) from 2003 to 2010; she is the author of numerous scientific and popular publications, including 'Psychology of Consumption' (2009; 2013, McGraw-Hill ed.); the impact of her work has been featured in media such as BBC, Financial Times, Retail Times, RAI, La Repubblica, Corriere della Sera, Largo Consumo, Il Sole 24 ORE.

Cristiana Petrucci, upon completion of her studies in Economics, began her professional career at UNRAE in 2000 within the Association's statistical and market analysis office. Given the central role that this department has taken on over the years thanks to its expertise in market analysis, research processing and the proposition of forecasting studies in the automotive field, since 2011 the statistics office has evolved into a full-fledged Study and Statistics Center, and in 2013 it became part of the National Statistical System. Since that date Cristiana Petrucci has served as its Head.

Currently the CEO of GiPA Group, Almudena Benedito was previously the EMEA Marketing Director at Tenneco / DRiV, where she was from 2012. She has successfully managed a broad portfolio of products and brands growing them by launching new products and services for both distributors and installers in more than 27 countries. Prior to this, for eight years, she held different roles at Delphi Technologies from Business Development Manager to Marketing Director France and finally as EMEA Marketing & Communication Director. Prior to Delphi, she spent two years with Matra Automobile completing her multichannel skills. She started her career at Bosch as Product Marketing Manager DIY in 1994. During her tenure at Bosch, she held roles of increasing responsibility in the Power Tools Division including Germany Sales Export Manager, and in the Automotive IAM as Trade-marketing manager retail. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University Pontificia Comillas (ICADE) and a master’s degree in Executive Management from ESSEC and HEC (Paris).

Gabriele Rizzo, Ph.D., APF, is an author, speaker, advisor, and university lecturer with nearly two decades of experience transforming sophisticated foresight into tangible results for the world's largest organizations-Government, Defense, academia, and industry. He has led foresight activities at all scales and advised top civilian and military leaders in the United States, Italy, Switzerland, and NATO, influencing decisions with economic impacts ranging from millions to trillions of dollars. In 2017, NATO honored him with the title of “Member at Large for Strategic Foresight and Futures Studies” within the NATO Science and Technology Organization, an award reserved exclusively for world-class experts from academia, industry, and government. Subsequently, Dr. Rizzo served on the Science and Technology Board, NATO's highest scientific body, which coordinates the broader global community of defense scientists. In 2022, UNESCO elected him as one of 30 UNESCO Chairs worldwide in Foresight and Futures Studies, the youngest person to receive this honor. The UNESCO Chair represents the highest honor in the disciplines of Foresight and Futures Studies, equivalent to the Nobel Prize or Fields Medal. Dr. Rizzo is UNESCO Chair-elect for Positive Futures, Futures Literacy, and Foresight. Previously, Gabriele served as advisor to the Minister for Strategic Futures and Foresight in the Cabinet of the Italian Minister of Defense, was Director of Research at the Institute for Research in Foresight and Futures Studies at the University of Lausanne, and was Principal Advisor for Strategic Foresight to the Chief Scientist of the U.S. Air Force and the Chief Science Officer of the U.S. Space Force. In the private sector he has collaborated on foresight projects with entities such as Meta, Renault, Firmenich, atelier oï and Leonardo. He holds a doctorate in String Theory and Astrophysics from the University of Tor Vergata in Rome and continued his postdoctoral training at the National Institute of High Mathematics “Francesco Severi.” His latest, best-selling book is “HR Futures 2030: a Design for Future-Ready Human Resources”; next, due out in late 2025, is the “Handbook of Foresight, Strategy, and Futures Studies for Defense and Security,” Springer's Major Reference Work in the discipline of Foresight for Defense.

Alfredo Altavilla, Special Advisor for the European market for BYD, Senior Advisor for CVC Capital Partners, Member of the Investment Committee of Vasuki (venture Capital Fund sponsored by Rothschild) and Managing Director of AMRE srl (Family Office Investor in several Club Deals in Europe and the United States). Executive Chairman of ITA Airways, Chairman of Recordati, Board member of Enerpac Tool, MSX, Ares Invest, Proma and Ambienta SGR, he has also served as a member of numerous boards in both Italy and the United States (TIM, Ferrari, Chrysler llc, Magneti Marelli, Maserati). COO of FCA for the EMEA region, President and CEO of Iveco, FPT and Tofas. As Global Head of Business Development for Fiat Group he led the merger between Fiat and Chrysler and, other similar transactions, such as the Fiat/GM alliance, the spin off and IPO of Fiat Industrial. He holds a degree in Economics from the Catholic University of Milan and brings with him extensive leadership and business development experience. In September he was appointed Special Advisor for the European market for BYD. This addition reinforces the brand's commitment to expand and consolidate its presence in one of the most important and strategic markets globally, which is a key market for BYD.

Jacopo Perfetti, MBA, works on robots that can write and writes things that robots can't (yet) write. Co-founder of Artificial Intelligence based agency “Oblique.AI” and Generative Artificial Intelligence training platform “PromptDesign.it”. He is the author of essays and articles on the topic of Innovation and Generative Artificial Intelligence, and a lecturer at several universities including SDA Bocconi School Of Management in Milan where he is a Fellow of Innovation and coordinates the Entrepreneurship concentration of Executive MBAs. He has participated as a speaker at festivals such as TEDx, the Festival della Mente, the Mantua Literature Festival, and almost every event dedicated to AI in Italy.

Barak Sas is the Managing Director of Mobility Business, a consultancy dedicated to driving growth in the mobility industry. Mobility Business specialises in launching new products and services, developing international go-to-market strategies, forming strategic industry partnerships, advising on Mergers & Acquisitions, and providing project management support. Barak brings over a decade of experience in the Automotive, Public Transport Operations and Mobility-Tech industries, serving in strategic, financial and operational roles. His accomplishments include establishing two vehicle importing businesses, managing transportation P&L units, overseeing budgets of up to $100 million, conducting due diligence on deals valued up to $1.3 billion, and leading international expansions into Europe and the U.S. Barak also writes #movingpeople, a weekly mobility and urban delivery newsletter, with more than 4,500 subscribers.

Giuliano Noci is Vice Rector of the Politecnico di Milano, where he also holds the chair of Strategy & Marketing. He is a member of the Committee of the Presidency of the Council of Ministers for the definition of national strategies for AI. For more than two decades he has been involved in studying the impact of major technological and geopolitical transformations on the competitiveness of territories and business systems. He is a member of boards of directors of leading national and international companies and the author of numerous books and articles, published in international scientific journals. Finally, he is a columnist for IlSole24Ore and a columnist on RAI and Sky television programs.

He is the Chief Operating Officer for the Enlarged Europe region at Stellantis and Head of the Stellantis Pro One commercial vehicles business unit, with over 30 years of experience in the automotive industry. His career includes leadership roles such as CEO of Alfa Romeo and Peugeot, where he successfully led brand transformations and growth initiatives.

Christoph Aringer has over 30 years of experience in the automotive sector and extensive know-how, with a particular focus on commercial strategies, acquired thanks to the numerous managerial roles held in various fields at an international level. Since September 2024, he has been CEO of Volkswagen Group Italia.

Plinio Vanini began his journey at Autotorino in 1985, after the untimely death of his father, leaving his great passion for farming in the background. From a salon with a workshop in Morbegno, in small steps he began to outline what today is Autotorino thanks to a very clear vision: to create a model extremely close to customers, through the personalization of the offer, a multi-brand proposal and multiple mobility services. It thus became the Italian leader in the sector from 2015 and consolidated its role by its own lines and subsequent acquisitions. The company has maintained its headquarters in Valtellina and operates a territorial network of 70 branches in 24 provinces in Lombardy, Piemonte, Emilia-Romagna, Veneto, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, and Lazio. In 2024, it launches the new Used Car brand BeBeep, and from January 2025, the first international project materializes, with the operational start of the acquisition of Mercedes-Benz Warsaw branch. One of Autotorino's hallmarks is a vision oriented toward quality and innovation in organizational models and services offered to the public, supported by constant investment in training, research and development: a path that has earned Autotorino numerous times the national award for Management Innovation from the Automotive Dealer Day jury. Autotorino, moreover, also asserts itself among the best performing Italian companies in terms of management and capacity to produce employment, as well as financial reliability; aspects confirmed by constant growth and the CR Awards promoted by Milano Finanza MF-Centralerisk, which count Autotorino among the 100 most punctual companies in relations with the financial and banking system, uninterruptedly since 2022. Plinio Vanini, meanwhile, has continued to cultivate his passion for animal husbandry, bringing to fruition the project of an authentic, modernly organized alpine farm, the La Fiorida agritourism company, and leading the Sondrio Provincial Breeders' Association (APA) from 2005 to 2018 and the Lombardy Regional Breeders' Association (ARAL) from 2018 to 2022.

Born in 1963, Mr. Luo Lei is of Han nationality and holds a postgraduate degree. He has held leadership positions in a major automotive retail chain and served as Deputy Secretary-General of the China Automobile Dealers Association (CADA) before assuming his current role as Vice President of the association. A recognized expert in automotive distribution, Mr. Luo has led the completion of multiple government-funded research projects on automotive circulation policies. He also played a pivotal role in drafting one national standard and one industry standard for the sector. His contributions have significantly advanced regulatory frameworks and professional standards within China's automotive industry.

Massimo Artusi is President of Federauto and Commercial Manager Industrial and Towed Vehicles at Romana Diesel SPA. He has held key roles since 1995, including Marketing Co-ordinator at IVECO FORD TRUCK Ltd. He is also active in senior positions at AECDR, GACIE and AICI.

Felix Wannemacher is Country Operations Director Europe South / Central East at Jaguar Land Rover, With more than 6 years and 7 months of experience at JLR, he currently leads operations in Italy, Spain, Portugal, Austria, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia, coordinating a team of more than 250 employees and contributing to sales in excess of €1.5 billion. Since December 2024, Felix has held this strategic role, advancing the goal of strengthening the presence and performance of the Jaguar Land Rover brands in the assigned regions. Prior to this appointment, he gained significant industry experience, contributing to the development of business operations and sales in various European markets. With a strong background in the automotive industry, Felix stands out for his ability to lead international teams and develop business strategies focused on quality, operational excellence and sustainability, in line with Jaguar Land Rover's modern luxury objectives.

Gerardo Pérez Giménez, a native of Jaén, has held the presidency of Faconauto from June 2017 to June 2024, as well as the presidency of AECDR since September 2022. With a degree in Economics from Loyola University and an MBA from San Telmo University, his professional career has been predominantly associated with the distribution and repair of vehicles. As the president of the Autogex Group, he oversees the distribution of Renault, Ford, Kia, Mazda, Dacia, Fiat, Jeep, Omoda, Jaecoo, Ebro and Alpine brands in the provinces of Jaén, Granada, and Alicante. Furthermore, he has been actively involved in the sector's associationism, having served as the president of the National Association of Renault Dealers for six years. His extensive experience in various management bodies of business organisations, such as the Executive Committee of the Spanish Confederation of Business Organisations (CEOE), has been widely recognised. He also previously served as the President of the Jaén Metal Federation and represented Metal as a member of the Jaén Chamber of Commerce.

Commercial management of the B2B department of the Giacomel group that develops a total turnover of more than 220 Mln, coordination of 51 resources distributed over 7 locations. Market analysis, prospecting and definition of commercial strategies, negotiation and definition with the car manufacturer of commercial objectives. Negotiation and definition of national agreements with major suppliers and buyers, supervision of all company projects related to the commercial expansion of the b2b channel. Management and coordination of the logistics department, which moves over 16000 vehicles throughout the country, definition of agreements with suppliers for transportation, storage and delivery of vehicles throughout the country, over 15000 units. Creation, development management and coordination of a department that manages the mobility service for internal and external customers with over 280 vehicles in the fleet. Management and coordination of the controlling department, to monitor the financial and commercial performance of company departments in relation to the reference budgets, and verification and monitoring of all kpi. Analysis and identification of risks related to all financial and commercial operations.

A graduate in Business Administration from the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, in 1998 he began his career in the automotive sector as Business Development Manager at Tubi Style. Today he holds the position of CEO of DTS Spa, a company in the automotive and motorcycle components sector based in Maranello (MO), and since 2019 he has been Vice President of ANFIA - Associazione Nazionale Filiera Industria Automobilistica (National Association of the Automotive Industry) and President of the ANFIA Components Group. He is also Vice President of CLEPA - European Association of Automotive Suppliers; President of the Automotive Supply Chain of Confindustria Emilia; Member of the Technical Tax Group at Confindustria; Member of the Technical Scientific Committee of Democenter-Sipe Foundation (Modena).

Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Rome Tor Vergata and a lot of passion for cars and engines. He began his career right in automotive as a consultant where he had the opportunity to experience in different roles two different brands such as Mazda and Ford. He joins Nissan in 2005 where he gains different experiences with gradually increasing responsibility in all areas: after-sales, sales, marketing, customer quality, network development until the commercial responsibility for the AMIEO region of the Qashqai product during a secondment period in Europe. From December 2023 he assumes the role of Marketing Director for Nissan Italy for the entire range of passenger and commercial vehicles.

Paolo Placci is in charge of after-sales, managing all related activities: business development, negotiation of agreements with automakers, strategy and business development, and analysis and management of group KPIs. His career in the Automotive industry began as a technical specialist. After a couple of years, he managed the family trucking business and then returned to the dealership. Initially, he held the position of customer manager, and then became service manager and aftersales manager. During this time, he had the opportunity to open two body shops and develop the tire business from scratch. In 2013, he joined Audi Bologna and, since 2016, has been part of the Penske Group as Service Director, later also taking on the role of Aftersales Coordinator for the group. Also in Bologna, he was able to launch a new body shop within the dealer. He is a very numbers and goal-oriented person who likes to be a leader for his team, motivating them to give their all and work together for the success of the group. He loves the outdoors and is an avid amateur cyclist, as well as hiking in the mountains. These hobbies have taught him the importance of discipline, resilience, and achieving goals, qualities he also applies in his work.

Fabio Iraldo is full professor of Management at the Scuola Sant'Anna in Pisa, where he directs the PhD in Innovation, Sustainability and Healthcare. He is co-director of the SuM Laboratory - Sustainability Management at the Scuola Sant'Anna, director of the Green Economy Observatory at Bocconi University, and deputy director of the inter-university center CESISP (Circular Economy, Industrial Symbiosis and Product Sustainability), which was created in 2006 by the Institute of Management at Sant'Anna, the University of Genoa and the Polytechnic University of Turin. In his research career, he has coordinated numerous projects on the topics of circular economy and environmental footprint, funded by the EU under EU programs, such as Life, Horizon, Interreg, etc. He was also a leading consultant for the Commission in the Sustainable Production and Consumption policy evaluation process that gave rise to the EU strategy “Building the Single Market for Green Products” and the Circular Economy Package of Measures. In 2006 he founded ERGO - Energies and Resources for Organization Governance, the first spinoff company of Scuola Sant'Anna in the field of business services. He is the author of more than 100 articles on the role of business in sustainable development published in international scientific journals with Impact Factor.His most recent books include “Beyond Greenwashing” (Edizioni Ambiente, 2020), “Managing Climate Change Risks” (FrancoAngeli, 2020) and “Managing the Circular Economy” (FrancoAngeli, 2020).

President AsConAuto (Associazione Consorzi Concessionari Autoveicoli), Europe's largest active distributor of original spare parts and since 2024 vice president of Federauto and member of the new Executive Committee in office until 2027. He is also president of the Consorzio DOC Ricambi Originali of Padua. Before joining the family business full time in 1990, he worked at the London office of Banca Commerciale Italiana, in the City at the Broker Investigation office. Upon joining Scarabel Spa he performs as his first assignment developing Business Management to become Porsche brand manager in 1993. He then followed the economic-financial planning and subsequent organizational development of Euganea Motori, Alemagna Motori, Auto Technik, Garage Südtirol, Horizon Automotive NE and other Group businesses. Today, the Scarabel Group represents the Audi, Volkswagen, Seat, Cupra, VW Commercial Vehicles, Ducati, Aprilia, Moto Guzzi, Royal Enfield, and Aixam brands in a total of 14 locations in the Automotive sector. Currently, Roberto Scarabel is sole director of the wholly family-owned group. Degree in Business Administration, with a legal focus, from the University of Venice Cà Foscari with the thesis “Economic-organizational problems in the commercial distribution of the automobile” and supervisor the very clear Professor Giuseppe Volpato, founding partner of the Quintegia company.

A graduate in Statistics and Computer Science from Ca' Foscari University Venice, with 20 years of experience in the automotive sector, he has gained a deep understanding of distribution dynamics, digital transformation and consumer behavior. At Quintegia, he has served on the Board of Directors, and is mainly involved in research and training projects for automakers. Today, in the role of Innovation Director, he leads the relevant division, with the aim of exploring new issues and methodologies, supporting the most advanced projects and fostering the entry of new talent into the company.

Graduated in Statistics for Economics and Business and is involved in research activities in the Automotive industry as a Senior Researcher. Involved in the implementation of Quintegia's main annual projects such as DealerSTAT, Dealer Network Study and analysis of sales and service networks in Italy, as well as Ad Hoc projects for customers. As EV Expert, he is Quintegia's internal contact for all activities related to electric mobility, including dealer training.

With over 15 years of experience in the HR world, Daniela leads the Human Resources department of Maldarizzi Automotive, one of the main players in the sector in Southern Italy. She deals with organization, training and talent development, coordinating internal and territorial projects focused on young people, reskilling and skills growth. Always passionate about organization, after graduating with honors in Work and Organizational Psychology, she began her career as a consultant in health and safety in the workplace, and then joined the HR department of a Spanish multinational, where she worked on training and selection. She actively collaborates with schools and universities - public and private - throughout the country, contributing to the construction of a solid bridge between the world of education and that of work. She believes in the value of female leadership and orients her daily work towards the principles of integrity, responsibility and clarity. She completed a master's degree in HR Digital Skills at 24ORE Business School, but has not yet obtained the master's degree in "3M - manager/mother/wife (moglie in Italian) of the year", even though she is working on it with commitment and passion.

He holds a degree in Political Economic Science from the University of Trieste, where he later earned his MBA from the MIB School of Management. He has built his career path in the automotive industry by holding various roles in large dealers across the board, starting with responsibility for the after-sales, marketing and sales departments and then following the general management of the operational and development phases. He was a promoter of initiatives such as the establishment of the Parts Distribution Consortium as a board member and project manager of specific innovation projects. During his path in the automotive world, he continued his education with Audea's Master in Dealer Management. At Quintegia he holds the position of Industry and Dealer Director.

Graduated in Economics, Marketing, and Communication from Ca’ Foscari University of Venice, he began his professional journey as part of the native team of Automotive Dealer Day, also serving as a researcher for the International Car Distribution Program (ICDP). He then embarked on a 14-year career spanning Italy and Europe within one of the largest multinational corporations in the energy sector, taking on managerial roles of increasing responsibility in sales, marketing and strategic projects. In 2021, he joined Quintegia as Vice President OEM & Industry Solutions, focusing on strengthening and expanding opportunities with car manufacturers and the retail channel. At the end of 2024, he was appointed Chief Operating Officer of Quintegia.

Alessandro Biggi is the Founder and CEO of Avo, a seasonally-inspired, fast-casual restaurant chain with 5 locations throughout New York City and recently recognized among the 40 hottest quick service restaurants in the US. Alessandro started his career at J.P. Morgan and The Boston Consulting Group before embarking on his entrepreneurial journey. He has built and grown successful tech businesses including 20lines, a storytelling app that was acquired by HarperCollins Publishers, and Zooppa, a global creative platform. Alessandro holds a Master’s degree in International Management from ESADE Business School and a BS in Economics from Bocconi University.

Matteo Soncini is General Manager of Autoclub SPA, a reference reality in the premium and luxury automotive sector, official dealer of BMW, MINI, MASERATI, VOLVO, POLESTAR, LYNK & CO, BMW MOTORRAD and LOTUS. With more than 10 years of management experience, he leads a team of more than 260 employees in 9 operating locations. His strategy is focused on innovation and business transformation into a Mobility Service of excellence, integrating new technologies and artificial intelligence to optimize reputation and profitability. He strongly believes in the value of teamwork and people synergy as a key lever for success. Visionary, pragmatic and with structured leadership.

Graduated in Statistics for Technology and Science, he joins Quintegia dealing with research in the automotive sector. He oversees the creation of the Dealer Network Study, Quintegia's periodic study that analyzes the organization of automotive brand networks in Italy. In addition to being part of the team that carries out tailor-made projects for different players in the industry, he is also the reference in Quintegia for activities related to Artificial Intelligence.

Consultant to several Automobile Manufacturers, Car Dealers and Car Refinish since 2002. Consultant and Trainer Sales and After Sales Area, on specific topics regarding, Sales and Service Processes, Customer Satisfaction and Loyalty, Local Marketing, Personal Branding, Employee Management, Body Shop Management. Assessor for Sales and Service Managerial roles, Since 2008, he has developed the activity of Fractional Manager Automotive performing management consulting activities for several dealers throughout the country covering the roles of General Manager, Service Manager, Marketing Manager. He currently holds the role of Service Manager Autosat Group, since 2021 he has been CEO Autotrend Mobility Honda dealership. Since 2014 he has been involved in the development of telemetry in strategic and operational areas in sales and after-sales processes for car dealerships and workshops with certified income statement results. Speaker at numerous Automotive conferences and seminars.

Graduated in Marketing and Communication, he is consultant and trainer for Quintegia Academy, where he deals with Coaching, Digital Strategy, Teaching and Advisoring on Digital Marketing in the Automotive industry.

Oscar Scriva is a professional with extensive international experience in a top global energy company, primarily focusing on strategy, sales, and marketing. He has led complex projects, launched new products and services across Europe, and managed asset sales. His background in change management is demonstrated by his involvement in multiple projects requiring significant organizational restructuring, leading mobility and energy transition projects, leveraging his digital competencies. Oscar has a robust academic background, holding an Executive Master of Business Administration from SDA Bocconi, an Executive Program in Digital Transformation from MIP - Polytechnic School of Management, and various leadership programs from prestigious institutions such as Thunderbird School of Global Management and Kenan Flagler Business School. He consolidated his professional and personal growth through trust and flexibility, enabling him to embrace frequent and significant changes in roles and locations. He has led multicultural teams and gained unique field experiences through work with Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in Africa and South America. This has endowed him with a broad adaptability, essential for thriving in diverse environments.

Born in 1973 in Genoa and Milanese by adoption, Alberto Viano serves as General Manager of UnipolRental. He has been Deputy Managing Director of Ayvens Italia and Deputy Country Managing Director in ALD Automotive | LeasePlan Italia and Managing Director of LeasePlan Italia since January 1, 2019, after having been Head of the Finance Department and even before that Risk Management and Compliance Director and Business Unit Large Fleet Operations Director. He has many years of experience as a consultant at Deloitte & Touche and at Marsh McLennan, where he specialized in Risk Management, before joining LeasePlan in 2003. In the previous ANIASA General Council, Viano served as vice president with responsibility for tax issues.

Monica Spano has been Marketing & CRM Manager at Cascioli Group since 2019. With over 20 years of experience in the marketing sector, she has worked in different realities, including an advertising agency, a premium footwear company, and finally the automotive industry. This path has allowed her to develop a comprehensive view of marketing strategies and business dynamics. Within the Cascioli Group, in addition to dealing with digital and traditional marketing strategies, she led the creation of a single BDC for the entire group and coordinated the implementation of three major CRM systems: Salesforce, Leadspark and Lead Manager, as well as the new VoIP switchboard. In his previous experiences, he contributed to the implementation of enterprise e-commerce sites, consolidating digital skills critical to his professional growth. Her first job, in an era that was still barely digitized, taught her the importance of planning and processes, a skill that is now central to implementing new tools and managing resources.

With more than 15 years of research in the Automotive sector, he has gained deep experience in Retail Channels, an area in which he holds the role of Subject Matter Expert. He is responsible for developing projects on topical issues for the industry, such as distribution formats, contract options, network organization and new brands. In addition, he is an advisor to Quintegia's ongoing research studies, which he has followed since their inception and coordinated in their development, including the Dealer Network Study project on the structure of networks, as well as paths geared toward consolidating the Home-Network relationship. He has collaborated on several new research projects, both dealer- and customer-side, targeting both manufacturers and supply chain companies.

In the Netherlands, out of every 10 cars sold each month, four are fully electric. In addition, the Netherlands has the highest charging station density in the whole of Europe. Dutch car dealers have decades of experience in selling electric cars. Based on all these aspects, the Netherlands is well ahead in advising and selling electric cars. Joeri shares these experiences and insights with prospective electric car drivers, car companies, car importers and even on a national level. What distinguishes Joeri is that he has university degrees in business economics and commercial marketing management, but also has experience in car sales at car dealerships, worked at national and European car importers and gained experience at leasing companies. He informs, presents and trains all stakeholders on the electric change. His trainings are all about practical and valuable tools.

Born in Vicenza on 01.01.1980, she began her career path immediately after high school in the administrative field, becoming, over a period of 10 years, Administrative Manager in a Vicenza company. In 2008, she joined Human Resources as HR Manager at F.lli Campagnolo Spa, an important textile company in the Bassano area, where she gained considerable and significant experience. Deciding to invest in her education, she pursued a master's degree in Coaching & Training - ICF (International Coach Federation), subsequently obtaining certification. In 2019, she embarked on a new challenge at Ceccato Automobili Spa, a leading company in the northeastern automotive sector, where, in the role of HR Manager, she carries out her work with the firm belief that the real capital of a company is its people.

Dr Andrew Tongue is ICDP's Research Director and manages the programme's global network of researchers and projects. He has over 30-year experience in the car industry, having completed a Doctoral study into the evolution of distribution chain structures in the European car market, and leads ICDP's public policy work, advising members and other key industry actors on developments in the legislative environment governing the selling, marketing and use of vehicles at the national and pan-European levels, with the Block Exemption a major focus of attention. Passionate about early motoring and motorsport in particular, he enjoys running a collection of vintage and classic cars.

Alessandro Lazzeri has been with Findomestic since 1987; he has held roles with different responsibilities from the launch of the first revolving card in Italy to the conception and innovation of all Personal Finance products. In recent years he has led various departments up to his current position as B2B Markets Director, acting as Deputy General Manager.

With a degree in Fashion Management, she immediately held commercial positions in the fashion industry such as Calzedonia Group and Max Mara Group. Since 2019, she has joined the family business.

Tom Castriota (along with his wife, Anita) are owners and dealers of Castriota Chevrolet, Inc. in Hudson, Fla. He started in the automotive business in 1979 working in his family's dealership in Pittsburgh, PA. Castriota is the 2025 chairman of the National Automobile Dealers Association and represents Florida's franchised new-car dealers on the board of directors. (Term: January 2016 – January 2025)

For more than 30 years in the auto industry, Michele Crisci joined Volvo in 2001, where he now serves as president and CEO. He has also been president of UNRAE since 2017.

Christian Caldato is a clinical psychologist who graduated from the University of Padua and is an expert in neuroscience and applied research. Currently, he serves as Research Director & Coordinator of Scientific Advisory Board in Quintegia. Throughout his career, he has accumulated experience working with high-level teams in sports. He has worked with Formula 1 racing teams, including Ferrari and Red Bull, applying neuroscientific techniques to optimize driver performance. In addition, he has supported Serie A team Fiorentina in improving players' performance through advanced emotional management strategies. His contributions also extend to the Italian national team in several Olympic disciplines, such as high jump, track and field and shooting. In the field of research, Christian founded a laboratory specializing in neuroscience applied to consumer behavior, contributing to the publication of numerous scientific articles. His research mainly focuses on the interaction between emotions, purchase decisions and advanced neurophysiological monitoring techniques. Outside of work, he is actively involved in the organizational management of a volunteer association in Treviso, engaged in social and environmental projects.

With over 27 years of experience in the industry, he has held various roles that have helped enrich his professional skills. He started in Service and worked his way up to Management encompassing various roles of responsibility in the dealership over the years. For the past 11 years he has been involved in Company Management with great satisfaction and for the past 4 years he has held the role in Rinaldi - Gruppo Eurocar Italia, a reference reality in the automotive sector in Italy.

Piedmontese, born in 1964, married with 3 children. In 1993 he opened the first Autoingros showroom in Borgaro Torinese. After a few years, he added the spare parts market to the car market and, in 2003, founded the Intergea Group, which, with 169 points of sale in eleven regions, 362 service centers and a turnover in 2024 of about 1.6 billion euros, ranks among the leaders in Italy in automotive distribution. It immediately began to differentiate its activities, particularly in real estate and services, until, in 2008, it created Nobis Compagnia di Assicurazioni, a modern and innovative project that is characterized by significant growth rates, reaching 390 employees in 2024 and registering premium income of about 600 million euros, ranking 18th among non-life groups and among the first in the assistance, pecuniary losses and cvt. classes. In June 2024, with the acquisition of a 50 percent stake in Eurasia Motor Company, one of Italy's leading companies specializing in importing cars and commercial vehicles from abroad with a focus on the Far East, a new chapter in the automotive sector opens for Intergea Group. Always engaged in social work as well, in 2006 he is among the founders, and now also vice president, of Giorgio Valsania Onlus, the association that helps donate food and a future to the most needy. A commitment also on the research front thanks to which he had the honor of taking the field starting in 2017 in the traditional “Partita del Cuore.”

Danilo Annese brings with him extensive sales experience in various markets and regions. He began his career at Iveco Trucks, progressively taking on roles in Distribution Development and Sales. In 2013, he joined Jaguar Land Rover, where he held positions in Sales and Marketing in several markets. After joining Fiat Chrysler Automobiles in 2016, he served as President and CEO of FCA Morocco and Head of Distribution Development for Importers in the EMEA region, before moving to the Jeep® brand in the Enlarged Europe Region. Since February 2023, he has been responsible for Global and European Network Development at Stellantis and played an active role in the creation of Leapmotor International.

Guido Di Fraia is Full Professor of Sociology of Cultural and Communicative Processes at IULM University in Milan, where he has been studying and teaching the relationship between culture, society and communication technologies for years. He is the founder and president of the IULM AI Lab, the university's Artificial Intelligence Laboratory, a research and experimentation space dedicated to exploring the applications of AI in communication, business and social contexts. He is head of the Digital address of the Master's Degree in Marketing, Consumption and Communication and is coordinator of the Master's Degree in Artificial Intelligence, Enterprise and Society, an interdisciplinary track that focuses on the challenges and opportunities of artificial intelligence for the world of work, business and social relations.

Born in Milan, he graduated from Milan Polytechnic with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He has a long experience in the automotive industry, gained mainly within Ford. In more than 20 years, Marco Buraglio has held various leadership roles in Europe and Italy. Since 2015, Marco Buraglio has been responsible for the Commercial Vehicles division for Ford Italy, contributing to the continuously growing sales results recorded in recent years and culminating in 2024 with the volume and market share never before achieved in Italy.

Francesco Zirpoli is professor at the Department of Management, coordinator of the PhD in Management and scientific director of CAMI - Center for Automotive and Mobility Innovation at Ca' Foscari University Venice. He holds a PhD in Management from the Judge Business School of the University of Cambridge (UK) and a PhD from the University Federico II of Naples (Italy). Francesco's research work has been cited by The Washington Post, Business Week, The Detroit News and other international newspapers and magazines, and by Italian newspapers such as Il Sole24Ore, Corriere della Sera, Inkiesta, Il Fatto Quotidiano, Il Gazzettino and Il Mattino.

He is Senior Advisor in the automotive field and Associate Director of ICDP (International Car Distribution Program), the most important European research network in the field of automotive distribution, with which he has collaborated since 2000. The main topics on which his study and research activities are focused include: trends and prospects for sales and service networks, after-sales market, spare parts distribution, large dealer evolution and used car management. He has participated as a speaker in more than 200 appointments at conferences and seminars dedicated to the automotive sector, mainly in Italy and Europe.

Fabio Pressi joins the A2A Group starting in January 2021 as CEO and chairman of A2A E-Mobility. Lecturer at LUISS Business School, Major of the Master in Management and Technology and Smart Mobility, has gained 20 years of experience as a top manager in the field of smart technologies for Mobility. He has been president of the Motus-E Association since March 2024. Born in 1966, he graduated from the Polytechnic University of Turin with a degree in Electronic Engineering and for more than ten years has worked for the Atlantia Group in the areas of digital product development and big data. In particular, he served as CEO of Infoblu S.p.A., where in just a few years he led the company to be one of the leading companies for the exploitation of BIG DATA collected from vehicles, realizing services of National Infomobility for the public and private market and previously the role of Chief Data Officer in Telepass S.p.A., where he led the company into the digital payments business.

Graduated in Economics and Commerce, for over twelve years she has been dealing with issues related to sustainability and the circular economy on behalf of 2A GROUP, in particular ESG Assessment and Sustainability Reports. He is Mobility Manager for some important companies and deals with the design and implementation of Home-Work Travel Plans. As Project Manager he followed the development of various projects to assess the environmental sustainability of products and organizations using LCA methodology - life cycle assessment - and carbon footprint and implement improvement plans. She is a ReMade in Italy consultant and trainer on issues related to sustainable development. She collaborates with Quintegia as Head of ESG Analysis.

Gianluca Durante, born in 1976, a graduate in Economics from the University Federico II, has been with BMW Italy since 2006 where he held various positions in business management, sales as area manager and then at BMW Rome Branch as Finance Manager and later General Manager. Since September 2022 he has been the Sales Director of BMW Italia.

Radio and TV journalist and author, expert on mobility and transport, he hosts on Radio 24 “Smart Car”, “Shift, the future of mobility”, “Container”. Graduated in Political Science, professional journalist since 1997, specializes in transportation economics. First editor then editor-in-chief of the Editorial Group Domus, in 1999 he joined RAI by conducting “Uomini e Camion” on Rai Radio1, which will be followed for the next 15 years by conducting a series of productions related to the world of mobility and transport for Isoradio and for the Rai1 TV show “Easy Driver,” a historic production dedicated to the world of motors. Since July 2011 he has been editor in chief of TIR, a national magazine published by the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport.

Graduated in Statistics and Information Technology for Business Management, he continued his studies at Ca' Foscari University of Venice obtaining a master degree in Economic and Business Development. After some postgraduate training courses and experience abroad as a consultant, he started working at Quintegia in 2016 with focus in automotive research activities. He works as a consultant for automakers and specializes in assessment projects in the digital area of distribution networks and optimization of sales and post-sales processes.

Emanuele Zanotto holds a degree in Environmental Sciences from Ca'Foscari University of Venice. Masters in Environmental Management Systems, Environmental Risk Assessment and Environmental Logistics University of Wisconsin-Madison completes his education. Since 1999, he has been working on environmental issues in the fields of logistics, industry, services, trade in the permitting & sustainability industries. Author of scientific and popular articles and trainer for executive profiles, Zanotto is the environmental point of reference contact for Quintegia projects.

Andreas Barchetti has managed since 1996, together with his brother Ivo, the Barchetti Group founded in 1959 and now present throughout northern Italy with more than 25 locations, 17 brands and more than 500 employees. In 2018 he launched CAYU, the first case in Italy of a dealership inside a shopping center, which evolves in 2020 into the Hey Barchetti platform for online car sales. He is also CEO of Rent2Go, a Long-Term Rental company.

Gioia Manetti, born in 1972, 2 children, degree in electrical engineering and a master's degree in business administration, has more than 20 years of management experience in the digital sector. In 2017 she joins AutoScout24, the largest pan-European online automotive marketplace, as CEO for Italy. In 2018 he took over the leadership of AutoScout24 for all European countries as VP International. Today Gioia holds the role of SVP & CEO AutoScout24 Spa, CEO AutoProff Italy and Chair of the Board of AutoProff Group. Prior to joining AutoScout24 she served as COO at Gumtree, an eBay group company in London, where she was responsible for marketing, product and user experience, customer support and customer insights for all platforms. Previously she was CEO of EBay Classifieds Italy, and has held other management roles in companies such as eBay Inc., Rodale International, and Bain & Company. Gioia is NED of British School of Milan and a member of the Board of Directors of Club degli Investitori, a network of Angel Investors. She was included in Forbes Italy's “Top 100 Managers” list for 2019, 2020 and 2024 and in the Unstoppable Women 2024 list. She also mentors and advises young professionals and start-ups and is a member of the Mentors4U community.

Cécile Renault graduated in International Politics from the University of Limerick (ERASMUS) and in 2015 she obtained a Master's degree in “Management of organizations, Human Resources and Corporate Social Responsibility” from Sorbonne Business School (Paris). She begins her professional journey in the field of sustainability as a Diversity Officer through the graduate program of BNP Paribas S.A., contributing to the definition of HR & CSR policies and strategies and to the animation of the Global Diversity & Inclusion Governance in all geographic areas where the Group is present. He continues as Diversity Advisor in BNL, one of BNP Paribas' 4 main domestic markets in Europe, with the definition and implementation of the Bank's Diversity & Inclusion policies, then expanding the scope of intervention to the 13 Group companies in Italy (19,000 employees) within the “Business Partner Italy” competence center. His path extends further to the international, joining the BNPP Group's Internal Audit function (Inspection Générale) at the central level in 2018, holding a senior role also supporting IG/Comex members on key strategic and regulatory issues. With this experience, gained over 8 years in the Group, he joined Findomestic Banca S.p.A in 2022, assuming the coordination of the team dedicated to sustainability, with the function of CSR manager.

Steve is Managing Director of ICDP – the international research and consulting organisation focused solely on European car distribution.  He has spent most of his career in the automotive industry, in a mix of advisory and executive roles, working for Ford, Kearney, LDV and GAZ before joining ICDP in 2010.  He has experience in most functional areas of the industry at manufacturer and retail level, in cars, commercial vehicles and suppliers, and in different parts of the world.  He has recently added another role as Managing Director of Auto West London, a dealer group start-up backed by the largest Turkish dealer group Cetas Otomotiv, opening in Spring 2025 with the Omoda Jaecoo franchise.

Professional with experience in the automotive industry in the After Sales division of multi-location Groups. Good leadership and interpersonal relationship development skills with a strong operational results orientation. Predisposition to coordinate and plan the activities of groups of people according to the achievement of defined and shared objectives, acts with awareness and pragmatism directing his activities with a systematic control of results. He has matured a technical education and his professional path first began in the industrial field (Fiat Auto) and then continued in the retail of dealership groups present in the territory of Piedmont, Lombardy and Liguria (Malvestiti Group now Autotorino in the Toyota and Bmw brands, Mocauto Group based in Milan with multibrand brands, Biauto Group first with the Mercedes/Smart brands and now with Bmw/Mini). He served on the board of the UCISM After-Sales Committee (Mercedes) and is now in ACIB (Bmw).

Andrea Volontè is Director Of Sales at Subito, Italy's No. 1 platform for sustainable buying and selling and second largest e-commerce platform with more than 13 million unique users per month . Within the Adevinta Group since December 2016, first as Head of Automotive, he relates personally with car and motorcycle manufacturers and supply chain operators. He graduated in Economics from the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Milan and immediately began his career in the After Sales Marketing office of BMW Italy. Later, in the Milan branch, he will follow the communication activities for all the brands of the group. After a one-year experience at Piaggio & C., he joined Accenture in 2007 as Manager Management Consulting, working on automotive projects in sales and marketing. From 2011 to 2014, he was Strategic Marketing Manager at CityLife Spa and, before joining Subito, he worked for two years at Koelliker Spa, where he was in charge of marketing activities and in particular the development of digital communication channel functionalities. He joined Subito in 2016 as Head of Automotive, a role he still holds together with the leadership of the group's commercial strategies.

Massimo Ghenzer has been President of LoJack since May 2007 and, in synergy with the CEO, develops the company's strategic lines, highlighting the values ​​and strength of the brand with a market-oriented approach, focused on consolidating the brand identity. Romano, born in 1943, has over ten years of experience in the automotive and transportation world; in particular, he held the position of President of Ford Italia for 10 years, was Vice President Brand Strategy Ford of Europe and General Manager of Trenitalia for several years. He is President of Aretè Methodos and Scientific Advisor and Professor of the Advanced Dealer Program at the Luiss Business School. Graduated in Economics and Business at La Sapienza University of Rome, he obtained a Master's degree at the London Business School.

Graduated in Business Administration at Bocconi University in Milan, before joining the family company, she worked at Information Resources Inc., becoming Retail Service Account Director. In 2004, she joined F.lli Cozzi SpA as Managing Director, holding the position until 2016. Elisabetta has also overseen the activities of the family holding company Permaco SpA since 2011. Since 2015 she has been President of the Fratelli Cozzi Museum, an innovative space dedicated to the Alfa Romeo collection, which became an independent S.r.l. in 2018. In 2021 he founded the association Friends of Museo Fratelli Cozzi that promotes female empowerment and inclusion. A leading figure in the Italian automotive world, Elisabetta is at the forefront of efforts to enhance the role of women in the automotive sector, breaking gender stereotypes, also through activities such as the photographic project launched in 2022 ‘Women and motors? Just Joy'. Her passion for cars and determination to promote cultural change make her an inspiring and innovative leader.

Industrial Engineer graduated at Higher Technical School of Engineering in Madrid, awarded with an MBA from ESIC Business & Marketing School. He worked as a technology consultant at Accenture for 4 years, subsequently as marketing manager at DaimlerChrysler Spain and FCA Spain. Co-founder and CEO of Optima Marketing Systems and creator of the Special Days® Events & Optimo Sales Agent® brands. He transformed the way cars are sold in Spain and other countries.

Since 2021, Luca has been leading Cernuto Pizzigoni & Partners, a company that designs brand experiences, with a planning and design approach that combines technology and empathy. Cernuto Pizzigoni & Partners integrates creativity, strategy and AI with the aim of transforming brands and helping them grow in an authentic and irreversible way. Luca likes to explore new paths and challenge the conventional, always with a careful eye on the evolution of media and their impact on society.

Ilaria Ferraresso is Senior Customer Relationship Manager at AutoScout24 Italy, with over twenty years of experience in the automotive industry. An expert connoisseur of the Italian market and customer needs in online vehicle buying and selling, Ilaria is dedicated to optimizing the user experience and developing tailored solutions for the local market. In her current role, she is in charge of the product for the Italian market and coordinates innovative training programs, helping to enhance the skills of both the internal team and dealers.

Graduated in Communication and Marketing with a specialization in Market Dynamics and Business Strategies, thanks to a strong passion for the digital world and technology, he had the opportunity to work from the very beginning in the field of Web Marketing and E-commerce, building a decade of experience in both SME and Multinational contexts. Before starting his career in Horizon Automotive, he held the role of Digital Manager in Danone Italy for 7 years, leading the digital transformation for the Medical and Baby Food divisions.

He began his professional career in the Bossoni Group after graduating in Humanities for Communication. An experience at Sky Sport between 2017 and 2018 allowed him to realize one of his dreams: working in the world of sports. The call of the automotive industry, however, led him in 2019 to work, first, as a Marketing Specialist and then from 2023 at the helm of the Marketing department of Bossoni Automobili and Mandolini Auto, the two companies of the Bossoni Group that have the brands of Volkswagen Group Italia in their portfolio. In 2024, with the acquisition of Baiauto, the Company Names under his jurisdiction became three.

Graduated in Business Administration from the University of Genoa (1993), Executive Program at Anderson School of Management - UCLA, Los Angeles (2003). He began his career at Fiat Auto for which he worked in Italy, France and Holland in the commercial, marketing and management control sectors. He has been working in the digital field since 1999, gaining significant experience with digital publishers and media agencies. From 2008 to 2015 he was Country Manager and Managing Director of AutoScout24 Italia.Previously he was Director of the On-line Strategy & Planning division of the Brand Portal Group; Marketing and Product Director of Monster.it and Marketing Manager of Sportal Italia.

Pierantonio Tamiazzo began his career at MAWDY Services in 2012, becoming a point of reference in the company for the automotive sector. His career began as an Area Manager, moving on to cover roles as Manager and Support Manager for Top Customers, until becoming Deputy Automotive Sales Director. Today he holds the position of Automotive Sales Director.

Guillaume Payen is a digital marketing expert with over 15 years of experience. He has a solid background in leveraging emerging technologies and using data-driven tactics to build successful marketing campaigns that strengthen brands and contribute to business objectives. Passionate about innovation, he values collaboration and strives to create an environment where teams can thrive. He believes in fostering a positive culture and supporting organizational growth by empowering others and working toward shared goals.

Alessandro Priarone, who has always been in the industry, began his career with MAWDY Services in 2009 as an agent. Alessandro has been a key player in the Automotive channel in the company, moving from Sales Representative to become Automotive Retail Manager in 2014 and Automotive Sales Director in 2020. He currently serves as Sales Director, managing three sales lines: Automotive, Insurance, and Affinity & Others.

In the company he has gone through all the steps of his professional career, building the sales network that is considered a strategic asset. He has also coordinated international work groups with an important mission in China. Present in the company since 2004, he began his career in MAWDY Services as Sales Director until reaching the position of General Manager in 2012.

Co-founder and CEO of MotorK, Marco Marlia has over 20 years of experience in launching and developing innovative digital companies focused on web design, search marketing and lead generation. Since 2010, he has been leading MotorK's rapid expansion and established it as a trusted technology partner of over 3,000 dealer groups and 20 OEMS in EMEA. Marlia holds a master’s degree in Economics & Business Finance from Bocconi University in Milan, Italy. In 2019, he won Automotive News Europe’s ‘Rising Stars’ award. He authored the first operational manual for the digital dealership, translated into five languages. In 2023, he initiated Automotive I/O: Bridging Minds, Europe's largest online gathering of automotive and digital professionals.

Andrea Lovato has been Director Sales & Remarketing Italy at AUTO1 Group since June 2024. He has extensive experience in E-commerce Business Operations in Southeast Asia and has Andrea Lovato is Director Sales & Remarketing Italy at AUTO1 Group since June 2024. She has extensive experience in E-commerce Business Operations in Southeast Asia and has held significant roles in the transportation and large retail sector in Europe. After a pivotal experience in FlixBus Italy, a company for which he later developed Operations in India, Andrea started a new path in the automotive sector leveraging his rich background in order to successfully lead AUTO1 Group's B2B division in the Italian market. significant roles in the transportation and large retail sector in Europe. After a pivotal experience in FlixBus Italy, a company for which she later developed Operations in India, Andrea started a new path in the automotive sector leveraging her rich background in order to successfully lead AUTO1 Group's B2B division in the Italian market.

Degree in Management Engineering from Milan Polytechnic, experience as management control and Lean Management consultant, joined Bonera Spa in 2016 with the role of CRM manager. Project leader of all evolutions related to Customer Experience in the company (insertion of new tools, creation of BDC sale and after sale, AI etc.) and of all R&D projects related to new technologies and business processes; today he is also responsible for all qualitative aspects (customer satisfaction, lead management, retention etc.) related to system bonuses for all brands represented by Bonera Spa.

An expert in Marketing, Sales Strategy and Technological Innovation in the automotive industry, she is responsible for developing and promoting innovative solutions for dealers and dealerships, contributing to business growth through targeted strategies.

Graduated in international relations with a master's degree in diplomatic studies, after gaining experience at European level, he decided to focus on journalism and marketing applied to his passion for the automotive sector from the perspective of the interconnected global markets. As a journalist, he first worked in motorsport, then in motorcycling and finally in analyzing international trends in the automotive market. Certified in Google, Facebook and LinkedIn marketing, for the past eight years he has dedicated himself to the internationalization of Optima Marketing Systems and its main formats Special Days® Events and Optimo Sales Agent® taking care of the marketing and CRM aspects in the English, French, Spanish and Italian markets, for which he is currently in charge.

Luca Tavernese is operations and sales manager at WebSoft, a Visual Software partner company and part of the Zucchetti Group. With more than 25 years of experience in the automotive industry, he is responsible for managing digital projects that enable and enhance the online exposure of management data, both in terms of vehicle stock and the digitization and enhancement of the parts inventory. These include exporting listings to major marketplaces and integrating flows between Infinity and digital platforms. Thanks to a well-established network and daily confrontation with opinion leaders in the industry, it now collaborates in the digital transformation of more than 70 percent of Italian dealers, contributing significantly to the evolution of the automotive sector.

Nicola Scrugli is in charge of the development of Lead Cars in the Italian Market. Since the start of his career he has specialized in the automotive sector. He has worked in the field of sales and after sales at Dekra and MSX Italia covering consulting roles for important OEMs such as PSA and BMW Italia. Currently he is the development manager for the Italian Market at Tilo Motion.

Passionate about data and artificial intelligence, he started his career with a simple conviction: data would redefine the automotive industry. In 2019, he co-founded MaProchaineAuto, a predictive tool for analyzing car buying behavior, before joining bee2link group as Chief Data Officer. His role? Harness AI to support OEMs and dealer groups in anticipating customer needs, automating complex tasks, and creating new mobility experiences.

Paulo Matos is co-founder and general manager of Next Lap (part of Tilo Motion), a company specialized in consulting, organizational strategy, and custom digital solutions for the automotive sector. His entire career has been dedicated to the automotive sector, where he has worked since 1990 for leading companies in the OEM field – such as Renault and Citroen - and important dealer groups in Portugal and Spain, where he was mainly focused on general management and development across new markets. Since 2019 he also collaborates with several international players and industry associations as an international consultant.

Francesco Pilandri is an experienced professional in the automotive industry, serving as Retail Sales Manager at Focaccia Group. With his enthusiastic attitude and the determination that sets him apart, he energetically leads the Focaccia Group Store project, focused on creating an extensive network for selling custom vehicles throughout Italy. His strategic vision and constant dedication are the foundation of the success of this innovative project.

With a degree in Business Administration, Pierluigi Sinicropi has been General Manager of SecondLife, a marketplace dedicated to used, selected company and KM zero cars, for 5 years. The SecondLife brand was created in 2018 by Pasquarelli Auto SPA, the first Italian dealership to be listed on the Euronext Growth Milan stock exchange, and stands out in the automotive scene for its transparency, quality and reliability, key elements to be a “phygital” dealer able to guarantee an excellent buying experience to customers through both online and offline channels.

Tiziano Granelli has more than 25 years of experience in the automotive industry, during which he has held senior roles in sales and management. Today he leads MotorK's services division, where he continues to promote digital innovation applied to automotive distribution. He is Vice President of FEPECS and a member of the scientific board of the EMPA Master, actively contributing to the cultural and professional transformation of the industry.

Mauro Chiarugi, CEO and Founder of Dogma Systems, a company whose core business is the conception and launch of innovative software. An entrepreneur and father, driven by a passion for software development and a curiosity for study and travel, able to create bridges between technology and innovation to guide enterprises and start-ups towards their maximum development.

Tim joined Keyloop in May 2024 following the acquisition of ATG, bringing with him solid strategic experience. As Chief Strategy Officer and member of the executive team, he leads the company's global growth and transformation. In 2022, he was appointed CEO of Automotive Transformation Group (ATG), where he led the organization to become one of the world's leading providers of omnichannel solutions for automotive retail.

With over 30 years of experience in the ICT sector, Domenico Murabito has held prestigious roles in leading companies, including Business Development Manager in Olivetti and Director of Services and International Account Director in Getronics. Since 2009 he has been part of Engineering Group, where he has taken on roles of increasing responsibility: from Sales Manager to Sales Director, until becoming, in 2018, head of the Automotive Division. Since 2024 he has led the Mobility Division, which integrates the Automotive, Transportation and Infrastructure markets, with a focus on technological innovation and business development.

A professional with more than 30 years of experience in the automotive industry, Tony D'Ambrosio has been a dealer for major Italian and European automotive groups. A sociologist by training and Master Practitioner in Neuro-Linguistic Programming, he has been able to combine technical and humanistic skills to effectively drive change in the sales world. National Vice President of FEPECS and teacher of the EMPA Executive Master - Automotive Personal Assistant, he is among the first promoters of the figure of the Automotive Personal Assistant - Personal Car Shopper, a profession that today represents the ethical, empathetic and competent evolution of the traditional car salesman. A coach, trainer and author, he accompanies people and companies towards conscious decisions, combining emotional intelligence, science of persuasion and strategic vision.

Since 2010 in LeasePlan, after holding the position of Sales Support Manager SME&Private, he became Indirect Channel Sales Manager in November 2017. In 2019 he obtained a Master's degree in Sales Management at the Business School of “Il Sole 24 Ore” and the following year joined SIFA', a company of the BPER Banca group, as Indirect Channel Sales Manager. In Horizon Automotive, he holds the role of Marketplace channel manager, with the mission to innovate the sector by creating the first Italian dealer network based on new mobility formulas, rental in primis.

Rocco Scocozza, General Manager of Focaccia Group, has significantly contributed to the company’s growth and innovation, bringing years of solid experience in the automotive sector. With extraordinary managerial skills and a constant commitment to growth, he places people and teamwork at the heart of Focaccia Group’s success. His energy and dedication are an inspiration to the entire team, pushing the company to continuously achieve new milestones.

Milanese, graduated in Economics and Business Management. After a formative experience in Japan at Osama, he returned to Italy to continue his career path at Accenture. In 2011 he joined Sanguinetti Editore – Eurotax Italia to take on the role of sales manager of the leading national company in the analysis of residual values. Strongly believing in technological innovation, in 2019 he developed the first start-up accelerator dedicated to the automotive sector for Sanguinetti Editore. In 2021 he founded the “Friends Of Nada” community, which started as an aggregation group for the usual annual American visit and became in a few years the launch pad for numerous Italian but also European Automotive Startups.

Daniel Ruiz is Product Manager and one of the founding partners of Tilo Motion, a consulting and software development company fully focused on the automotive sector for over 15 years. He manages the development of products such as the lead management tool LeadCars, the CRM/ERP maxterauto, and the web marketing platform Online Car Store, all of which are implemented in many dealerships, dealer groups, and OEMs in Italy, Spain, and Portugal.

Philosopher. Born in Rome in 1962. He founded Format Research Srl in 1992, a research institute specializing in field surveys on the business world. He founded in 2015 Format Business Intelligence Srl, a company specializing in advanced data processing and statistical computing.He has taught New Models of Social and Political Research at the University of Rome La Sapienza.

Luigi Falvo has more than 10 years of direct and indirect experience in the automotive sector and also 7 years of experience in the Tech sector, at an international level. Graduated in Management Engineering at the Polytechnic of Turin, he began his professional career in Fiat Group Automobiles, then joined Amazon in the years of launch in the Italian market of the e-commerce giant and subsequently in Twitter (now X) in Dublin, Ireland. He then moved to Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (now Stellantis) where he held roles of increasing responsibility within Sales Planning EMEA and the Jeep brand, EMEA. For 4 years he has been in Spotify Italy, where he is responsible for business advertising for the automotive sector.

Over 10 years of digital communication management in different industries, most of them in automotive companies. She strongly believes in a goal-oriented marketing approach and is deeply passionate about the never-ending search for the optimal result, which for her is the cornerstone of her work.

Expert in Sales and Digital Marketing, he develops strategic partnerships across various market segments to optimize sales performance. He constantly monitors KPIs and integrates data-driven strategies to maximize results.

Born 1967, studied Information Tech with operational and managerial experience in the IT sector until 2005. Since 2006 General Manager of Audi Zentrum Alessandria, since 2010 Board Member with full operational powers - on behalf of the majority shareholder he "expands" the dealership over a vast Market Area with 5 locations in 3 provinces AL - AT - CN.

Simone Dolce is a professional with over 20 years of experience in managing digital transformation projects, business development and technological innovation for the industrial sector. He currently holds the role of Client Director Automotive at Engineering Group, where he leads the consultancy and development of IT solutions and services for clients such as premium OEMs, national sales companies, dealers and mobility service providers.

Vicky Piria is an Italian racing driver who began her racing career at just 8 years old in karting, later progressing through several motorsport categories, including European Formula 3 and worldwide. She is known for being the first Italian woman to compete in high-level championships such as GP3. In 2022 she started a path in racing with GT cars collecting victories and podiums. After various TV experiences in the Discovery group and Mediaset in 2024 she joined the SKY team as the main face of F1.

Over 33 years of experience in the automotive industry, with strategic roles in retail and OEM functions in France and internationally. In 2024, he joined bee2link group as Deputy CEO – Global Sales & Operations, a key role for the group’s international development. His experience gained with companies such as Fiat, BYmyCAR, and WelcomCar, and more recently at COSMOBILIS, enabling the leadership of SaaS solution sales development for OEMs and dealers. He plays a pivotal role in implementing bee2link's 2025-2028 strategic plan, consolidating its position as a leader in automotive software.

Morgana Vincent, Customer Success Manager at Dogma Systems. He is a strategic figure who supports the customer after the purchase, with the objective of maximising the value obtained from the product or service. He works to build a solid and lasting relationship, guiding the customer towards success by fostering growth.

Over 30 years of experience in the commercial sector, from over 20 in the Automotive sector. He’s an essential commercial reference during the entire growth cycle of Terranova Web Systems, both in the relationship with OEM’s and Dealer groups. Strong understanding of reseller processes, with particular focus on CRM and sales techniques. Today he’s the sales director of Terranova Web Systems, a company of bee2link Group.

Experience as managing director of General Motors Italy and European director for Operational Marketing in Opel and Sales in Chevrolet. Since 2015, he has been responsible for Italy and Central and Eastern European countries for CitNOW Group, the company that created the video platform for dealership-customer communication and is now the market leader in digitizing processes through customized videos, professional images for used, omnichannel chat systems and more.

Davide Caregnato is Director of SAA - School of Management of the University of Turin, CEO of Cidiu Servizi S.p.A. and General Manager of Educatori della Provvidenza ETS Foundation. An expert in business organization and governance of investee companies, he has extensive experience in management training and business innovation support, working with universities, public agencies and technology incubators. He is a university lecturer and member of the ASFOR Executive Board.

Sales Dealer & Industry Account at Quintegia, where he combines his sales activities with a constant commitment to research into the national and international dynamics of the automotive sector. He graduated with honours in International and Diplomatic Sciences from the University of Trieste and holds a Master's degree in Strategic Studies and Energy Security from the University of Aberdeen. He collaborates as an author and analyst with national magazines and think tanks. Passionate about art and outdoor sports, he combines his interest in geopolitics with a broad and interdisciplinary vision of the world of mobility

Maurizio Cremonini is a long-time manager in the automotive and strategy consulting industry. He currently serves as CEO of ARCA Partners, a consulting and training company. In addition, he is National Secretary of FEPECS, where he promotes professional development and ethics in the world of mobility. Throughout his career, he has held top positions in companies such as Fiat Group Automobiles, COMAU SpA and Savarent SpA, dealing with marketing, sales and business development. Since January 2024, he has also been Managing Director of Drive, a company active in car rental.

With a degree in Philosophy, she gained extensive experience in the insurance sector related to the automotive supply chain: from Dealerships to Automobile Manufacturers, to Financial Companies, until she joined Nobis Insurance Company 10 years ago with responsibility for the Automotive Business Unit.

A statistician by formation, he has worked for over 25 years in the automotive sector. Specializing in Business Intelligence systems and software development dedicated to the world of Trade Associations, in 2013 he founded Paluma BI which, since 2017, has been a partner of Federauto. Together with the Italian Federation of Auto Dealers, he created FMA, a leading platform used by hundreds of dealers to analyze registrations in the car, commercial and industrial vehicle market.

With over 9 years of experience in marketing and technology, he has a strong expertise in managing complex technology projects. He specializes in coordinating relationships with a consultative and data-driven approach. In addition to his ability to navigate the complexities of international markets, his passion lies in integrating innovative solutions to optimize processes and increase sales.

He has been with Compass since 1991, where he took on positions of increasing responsibility over the years, eventually serving as Central Commercial Director. His long experience in the commercial field has enabled him to skillfully guide the Network toward significant territorial growth, supported by a careful internal organization. Reporting directly to him will be, in addition to the Direct Agent Network, the Network Department, the Banking Partnerships Department, the Large Agreements and Third Party Networks Department, and, as of April 2020, the Fifth-Fifth-Only Loan Department. From 2020 to 2023, he served as President of Compass Rent SRL, and then became its General Manager in January 2024. Has a degree in Economics and Banking from the University of Siena.

A graduate in Business Administration, Silvio Diciolla started his career as a manager in a major automotive group. With over thirty years of experience in the industry, he founded and developed leading companies in the automotive sector. Today, he is at the helm of ‘Cartono’, a company that stands out for its innovative digital technology, positioning itself as a strategic partner for operators interested in growing their business in the online market.

Her career began in 1997 in the electronics sector, specialising in telecommunications systems, a profession that led her to work abroad in very different contexts, offering stimulating and formative experiences. From 1999 to 2018, she embarked on an important adventure in the automotive sector with the Fassina Group. He began as a salesman to take on the role of Dealer Operator for two important dealerships in 2008. In 2018, she accepted a new professional challenge and joined eBay Italy as Commercial Director for the automotive division. A role that allows her to get out of her ‘comfort zone’ and deal with a multinational reality. In 2022 she joined MAWDY Services where she currently holds the position of Marketing and Communication Director, continuing to put her extensive experience in the automotive sector to good use.

Adrian assumed the role of Chief Product Officer at Keyloop in March 2024. With over 25 years of experience in software development, professional services, and product management, he is a leading figure in the B2B SaaS industry. Prior to Keyloop, he was CPO at Accelya, where he led innovation in distribution strategies for the airline industry.

Alfonso Laudando is a passionate and results-oriented professional with proven experience in the Retail, Pharmaceutical and Automotive sectors. He has managed complex projects, developed business strategies and provided targeted consulting to several companies. An experienced trainer, he is particularly dedicated to strengthening the connection between customer experience and employee experience, Accustomed to working in dynamic environments, he faces challenges with creativity and determination, promoting collaborative leadership to motivate teams. Passionate about neuroscience, linguistic intelligence, jazz, classical music, tennis and fine arts, Alfonso tries to maintain a balance between work, family and passions, including his (not always flawless) practice as an amateur pianist. Since February 2022, he has held the position of Senior Consultant at PRAXI S.p.a.