Summary

Work experience

• Partner

  China Europe Africa Trade Promotion (CEA)

  2025.01-Current

  (a year)

  International platform supporting cross-continental trade, investment, and industrial cooperation across China, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. Key activities include: • advising corporations and institutions on international market entry strategies • developing projects in energy, mining, logistics, and digital trade • facilitating partnerships between industrial groups, investors, and governments • organizing strategic delegations and sector-focused international forums
• Co-Founder & Partner

  Oryenta

  2024.01-Current

  (2 years)

  Open innovation platform connecting European companies with China’s leading technology ecosystems, particularly Shenzhen. Responsibilities include: • designing executive immersion programs focused on AI, robotics, and advanced manufacturing • leading innovation delegations to major Chinese technology companies including Huawei, Tencent, DJI, and BYD • facilitating delegations for industrial groups, African government representatives, UN-linked stakeholders, and European think tanks • building partnerships with research institutes, government agencies, and industrial clusters • developing synergies with European universities, investment funds, and family offices interested in China-facing innovation and strategic cooperation • producing strategic intelligence reports for European organizations entering China
• Partner

  Nexus Group — Milan

  2022.01-Current

  (4 years)

  Deep-tech investment and innovation platform focused on next-generation technologies including AI-integrated microchips and advanced computing. Key activities include: • technology scouting and investment opportunities in emerging technologies • development of international partnerships across Europe and Asia • supporting deep-tech ventures entering global markets
• Overseas Business Director

  iSaber — Tianjin

  2023.01-2025.01

  (2 years)

  Responsible for international partnerships and market expansion in semiconductor manufacturing technologies. Key contributions included: • international business development and strategic partnership building • support for cross-border positioning in semiconductor manufacturing markets • facilitation of STMicroelectronics’ involvement in a potential acquisition process concerning the company
• Vice President & Overseas Business Director

  AIXC Holding

  2021.01-2023.01

  (2 years)

  Responsible for international expansion and investor relations for a semiconductor company developing next-generation AI-integrated microchips. Activities included: • global market development and international business strategy • investor relations and strategic positioning in semiconductor markets • partnership development, including collaboration initiatives with STMicroelectronics
• Founder & CEO

  JoinPad

  2010.01-2023.01

  (13 years)

  Founded and scaled one of the early pioneers in industrial Augmented Reality for enterprise environments. JoinPad developed two SaaS platforms — BrainPad and Smart Assistance — for industrial training, maintenance, and remote assistance, bringing two products to market within two years. The company achieved approximately €1 million in SaaS revenue in AR/AI solutions before AI became a mainstream market trend, with organic growth and no external investment support. JoinPad operated through a European headquarters, a Texas-based company, a joint venture in China, and a presence in Silicon Valley, creating a multi-market structure that later enabled further cross-border synergies across Europe, the United States, and China. Key achievements: • enterprise clients including GE, Amazon, Samsung, ABB, Siemens, Toyota, PwC, and EY • strategic partnerships with Samsung, PwC, Insight, Econocom, and LLvision • awarded Best AR Company in China at the AWE Awards 2017 • featured in international media including Forbes, The Economist, CNBC, Sole24Ore, Panorama, Corriere della Sera, and Economy Up
• Analyst, Developer & Digital Forensics Expert

  PwC

  2005.01-2010.01

  (5 years)

  Worked on software development, digital investigations, and business process optimization projects. Selected experience included: • digital forensics and investigative analysis in complex corporate and legal contexts • contribution to analytical activities related to the Lehman Brothers case • software analysis, training, and enterprise process support
• Analyst Developer

  Accenture Technology

  2004.01-2004.01

  Software development and enterprise technology consulting.

Projects

• Drum appellation

  Drum and poetry recital instructor

  2023.10-2024.03

  (6 months)

  Project Profile: Project Name: Cultural Performance for Ghana's 67th Independence Day Celebration (training for drum appelation) Objective: To train a learner to recite a poem and a boy to play the talking drum in harmony, showcasing Ga language and culture. My Role: Trainer, Poem Writer, and Translator Key Achievements: - Wrote and translated a poem from English to Ga language for the performance - Trained a learner to recite the poem confidently - Trained a boy to play the talking drum in sync with the poem recital - Successfully executed a cultural performance for Ghana's 67th Independence Day Celebration Skills Used: Training, mentorship, language translation, cultural preservation, and project coordination Technology Utilization: I utilized digital platforms, specifically YouTube, to share student performances and promote progress. By sharing past performances ((link unavailable)), I demonstrated the impact of my teaching methods and motivated students to improve. Goals: - Preserve and promote the Ga language to support cultural heritage and identity - Develop effective language instruction methods to enhance education and independence - Foster cultural exchange and understanding, contributing to a stronger sense of community and national pride - Prepare students for a special performance during Ghana's Independence Day celebration, showcasing their language skills and cultural knowledge
• Advisory & Academic Activities

  Advisory & Academic Activities

  2015.01-2023.12

  (9 years)

  Visiting Professor — Beijing Jiaotong University Professor — Politecnico di Milano Startup Mentor — Anthill Studio VC President — VR/AR Association Italy Chapter Speaker at international events including: • Global Manufacturing Summit (2023) • AI Summit Milan (2021) • Singularity University event (2019) • World Conference on VR Industry and 5G (2018, 2019) • AI Europe-China Summit (2018) • Futureland (2017, 2018) • Augmented Reality Expo Asia (2016, 2017) • Augmented Reality Expo, Santa Clara (2015, 2016)

Educational experience

• Chinese University of Hong Kong

  Business Strategy in China

  2023.03-2023.05

  (3 months)

  The course primarily focuses on three crucial strategic aspects for success in China: 1. Identifying Major Players: gain insights into the major players in China's business landscape, ranging from industry leaders to emerging competitors. Understanding the key players and their roles in the market will help strategists assess the competitive landscape and identify potential collaboration or competition opportunities. 2. Mastering Entry Modes: choosing the right entry mode. The course delves into various entry options, such as joint ventures, mergers, acquisitions, and greenfield investments. 3. Strategizing Location Selection: strategists in selecting the optimal locations for their China business operations. Factors like regional strengths, market access, infrastructure, and government incentives will be explored to aid participants in formulating location strategies aligned with their business objectives
• Bocconi University

  Private Equity and Venture capital

  2022.04-2022.05

  (2 months)

  The course deals with the analysis of the private equity and venture capital business with a deep understanding of the mechanism of: 1) Creation and/or development of a firm and the financial support it can get from the financial system through venture capital investment. 2) How special financial intermediaries (private equity investors) finance through equity companies belonging to different stages of their life-cycle, starting from the very beginning (startup and early stage) to a more mature phase (i.e. expansion, mature age, etc.) or also staying into crises and decline. 3) Private equity (named venture capital when the company is in the first phases of its life cycle) deals with very different activities, such as scouting, advisory, deal-making, valuation, and financing as financial intermediaries see it.
• University of Education Winneba(Ghana)

  Education

  2019.09-2021.11

  (2 years)

  self funded for this course
• Duke University

  AI Product Management

  2021.03-2021.06

  (4 months)

  AI Product Management Specialization (by Duke University's Pratt School of Engineering). To successfully manage an AI team or product and work collaboratively with data scientists, software engineers, and customers.
• Alibaba Business School

  Alibaba Netpreneur Program

  2021.04-2021.05

  (2 months)

  The Alibaba Netpreneur training program brings entrepreneurs and business leaders together to explore how to harness digital technology to positively transform their business and the local economy (100 entrepreneurs selected only 16 certified including me)
• Singularity University

  Public Speaking for Emerging Technology Leaders

  2019.05-2019.06

  (2 months)

  After a national selection of 8 candidates, Singularity University has launched a course to create new international speakers on the topic of emerging technology. My speech was focused on improving the ability to acquire knowledge through artificial intelligence and augmented reality. Program entered after a national selection of 8 candidates
• ITIS Feltrinelli

  Computer Science Diploma

  1998.09-2003.06

  (5 years)

  Technical Foundation & Core Competencies Acquired solid fundamentals in software development, including programming languages (C, Java, Python), data structures, and algorithm design Gained hands-on experience in database management (SQL), system architecture, and network protocols Developed practical skills in web technologies, software testing, and version control methodologies Problem-Solving & Engineering Mindset Trained in structured, logical approaches to technical problem-solving and system debugging Built capacity to translate abstract requirements into functional software solutions Cultivated a methodical, detail-oriented workflow aligned with engineering best practices Collaborative & Project-Based Learning Participated in team-based development projects simulating real-world software delivery cycles Learned to coordinate technical tasks, manage deadlines, and document processes effectively Early exposure to agile-like workflows and iterative product development

Languages

Certificates

Skills