Bio

Energetic executive committed to executing global strategic initiatives with positive socio-economic impact focussing on media freedom, inclusive economies and human rights. Entrepreneurial leader facilitating high-impact partnerships between private, public sector and civil society organizations. C-suite executive with extensive experience interacting with senior-level executives from different countries and diverse backgrounds, first class business sense, distinctive problem solving skills, and global experience managing high-performing teams. Passionate innovator who drives transformation and positive change. Plans and executes strategic high- impact initiatives and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. Knighted an Official under the Order of Merit of the Republic of Italy (OMRI) for merit acquired by the Nation in the fields of public service, social, philanthropic and humanitarian activities. The OMRI is the highest-ranking honour conferred by the Italian Republic. Outspoken supporter of LGBT inclusion. Co-Chair of Pride at Work; Board member of Open for Business; Stonewall Alumni; WEF agenda contributor. Part of the 'pioneer cohort' for the LEAD (Learn, Engage, Accelerate and Disrupt) programme at Stanford University. The programme is designed for a highly-selective group of change-agents looking to drive innovation in their organizations.