About Mario
I help companies and startups accelerate digital growth through AI strategy, automation, and product-driven transformation. As a fractional C-level (CAIO/CDO/COO), I lead cross-functional, multicultural teams to design and deliver high-impact projects—from early-stage roadmap to operational scaling.
I bring 10+ years of experience across Europe and Asia, launching tech-driven ventures and managing complex digital programs with Agile, data, and automation at the core. Whether it's aligning business goals with tech delivery, optimizing operations, or driving innovation, I turn complexity into actionable results. My clients rely on me to bridge vision and execution, combining strategic insight with hands-on delivery.
Italian
Native or bilingual
English
Fluent
Portuguese
Conversational
Can work on-site
London (up to 50km)
Experience
- AdvibesFounder & Managing DirectorJanuary 2019 - Today (7 years and 5 months)London, UKFounded and currently leading Advibes, a strategic consultancy supporting companies in AI-driven digital transformation, business strategies, andsustainabletechnology. Advising C-level executives on innovation strategies, new business models, and process automation, enabling clients toachieveoperational efficiencyand measurable business growth. Leading cross-functional teams to deliver advanced digital solutions leveraging AI, Big Data, and analytics to optimize performanceand profitability. validex.news, Nifeislife
- NifeislifeCEO & Senior ConsultantJanuary 2019 - January 2022 (3 years)London, UKnifeislife.com is the first Italian food eCommerce website in the UK. Established in 2004, it leads the market in deliveringthe best andfreshest Italianfoodspecialties all across the UK. Company Restructuring(business processes, operations, team, automationand optimisation); End-to-end IT Infrastructure - Digital Transformation (Warehouse Management System, New e-commerce, Route EngineOptimisationSoftware, MarketingAutomation). Project / Program Management, Strategicand Marketing Planning.Key Achievements
- FoodscoveryCo-Founder & Chief Digital Officer (CDO)January 2014 - January 2019 (5 years)Berlin, GermanyFoundedandscaled Foodscovery, a leading Italian local-foodSaaS marketplace, resultinginasuccessful exit. Mainactivities: Designed business model, established processes and best practices. Securedfunding(Digital Magics, Axel Springer Plugand Play, Mediaset, Banca Intesa, international angels). Structured and managed departments (team of 15): IT, BI, CRM, Logistics, Art Direction, Marketing (SEO, SEM, Content, Partnerships). Main Partnerships: Amex, Lagostina, Slow Food, Langosteria, FIPE, BPER, Il FattoQuotidianoKey Achievements350 selected food-makers 3,500 local specialties online 5,500 Italian cities reached 12 European countries reached 150,000 registered B2C buyers 3,000 registered restaurants 60,000+ online orders
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Education
- MSc: CLEFIN - Quantitative FinanceBocconi University2010MSc: CLEFIN
- Exchange Program Sao Paulo - Economics- USP Faculdade de Economia e Administração2009Exchange Program