Experience

Nexta Capital Partners

• United Kingdom
• Electric Power Generation
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Head of Real Estate and Project Origination - SE

  • Jan 2023 - Present

  As the Head of Real Estate and Project Origination in the renewable energy's industry, I have spearheaded the end-to-end development and origination of large-scale renewable energy projects, including solar (PV), energy storage (BESS), wind farms and bioenergy power plants. With a strong focus on quality, timeline, and budgetary requirements, I have successfully managed the acquisition process for greenfield projects, conducting comprehensive due diligence, financial analysis, and risk assessments to evaluate investment opportunities. In this role, I have led cross-functional teams in conducting project feasibility assessments, considering technical, financial, and environmental aspects. This involved ensuring regulatory compliance and obtaining necessary permits and licences. By negotiating complex contracts and agreements with stakeholders such as landowners, suppliers, contractors, and off-takers, I have been able to secure favourable terms, mitigate risks, and ensure the long-term viability of both acquisitions and greenfield projects. To drive sustainable growth and expansion, I have developed and implemented strategic business development plans. These plans targeted new markets, partnerships, and investment opportunities, leveraging funding options, incentives, and policy support from government agencies, financial institutions, investors, and industry associations. Effectively managing project budgets, schedules, and resources has been crucial to optimizing project performance and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards. Through visionary leadership and mentorship, I have fostered a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within my teams, resulting in enhanced productivity, employee engagement, and overall success in managing acquisitions and greenfield projects. Show less



REALIMM - Real Estate Development

• Italy
• Real Estate

• Head of Real Estate Development and Expansion – Renewable Energy and Retail

  • Dec 2019 - Jan 2023

  — Renewable Energy and Retail Projects:: Spearheaded new construction projects, including solar energy initiatives, stand-alone stores, large-scale sales structures, and retail parks, and assisted in settling retail groups in existing buildings within historical centres and neighbouring areas. — Land and Building Scouting: Identified lands and existing buildings for photovoltaic and agri-voltaic systems, as well as new developments, renovations, and conversions. Conducted due diligence for profitable real estate investments and managed retail building projects on greenfield sites. — Coordination of Feasibility and Planning: Oversaw feasibility assessments, environmental analyses, town planning, administrative processes, and construction phases. Streamlined documentation to ensure compliance with regulations. — Technical-Urban Planning: Conducted analyses for property reconversion, development, and leasing. Incorporated sustainable practices and optimized property utilization. — Business Development and Lead Generation: Developed effective strategies for lead generation, customer needs assessment, and identification of new business opportunities. Successfully closed deals to drive growth. — As the Head of Real Estate Development in renewable energy and retail real estate, I led the development of solar energy projects, stores, sales structures, and parks. I scouted lands and buildings for photovoltaic and agri-voltaic systems, managed feasibility assessments, and coordinated planning processes. Additionally, I conducted technical-urban planning analyses, developed business strategies, and closed deals to foster growth in the industry. Show less



Bep's

• Italy
• Retail
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Real Estate Development and Expansion - Temporary Manager

  • Jan 2021 - Feb 2022

  As the Director of Real Estate Development, I led the real estate development and construction process for the portfolio in Italy. This encompassed the acquisition cycle of new stores, proactive property portfolio management, and the establishment of internal processes and corporate infrastructure to facilitate the transformation of a family-run company into a prominent commercial group in Italy. Key Responsibilities: — Portfolio Management and Expansion: Took charge of the management and expansion of the portfolio in Italy, overseeing the acquisition cycle of new stores, as well as the ongoing management of freehold and leasehold assets. — Full Development and Construction Oversight: Directed and supervised the entire development, planning and construction processes, ensuring seamless execution from conceptualization to final completion. — Team Leadership and Stakeholder Management: Led and coordinated team members, while effectively managing communication and relationships with external stakeholders, including local authorities, contractors, landlords, developers, and third-party vendors. — Negotiation Processes: Led and managed negotiation processes, encompassing both commercial and legal aspects, including the preparation of relevant documentation. — Project Coordination: Managed and coordinated all phases of construction, reconstruction, and new store openings, ensuring smooth project execution. — Business Plan and Budget Management: Developed comprehensive business plans and held responsibility for budget management, ensuring projects were delivered within specified timelines and cost parameters. — Strategic Objective Delivery: Assumed responsibility for delivering strategic objectives across Italy, skilfully managing multi-million Euro budgets. — Town Planning and Documentation: Coordinated all town planning, administrative, and construction phases, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and obtaining necessary documentation. Show less



ALDI Italia

• Italy
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Real Estate Development and Property Manager

  • Jan 2016 - Dec 2018

  In this role, I played a pivotal role in ALDI's successful entry into the Italian market. Beyond managing the real estate development process, I provided crucial support to the Real Estate COO, acting as his representative in meetings and negotiations due to their language constraints. Additionally, I took charge of establishing internal processes and corporate infrastructure in a start-up environment to ensure smooth business operations. Key Responsibilities: — Stakeholder Relationship Building: Forged sustainable relationships with key stakeholders from the public and private sectors, fostering trust and collaboration in all property development and business expansion activities. — High-Value Asset Enhancement: Coordinated the execution of multiple high-value build-outs, strategically positioning assets to increase their marketability and competitiveness. — Property Acquisition Strategy: Negotiated purchase agreements and sales deeds, while defining an effective acquisition strategy aligned with the company's goals. — Reporting and Compliance Procedures: Developed reporting and operational compliance procedures that adhered to industry standards and legal requirements, ensuring transparency and accountability. — Market Intelligence Growth: Led efforts to enhance market intelligence, focusing on competitor analysis, catchment area assessment and identifying new market opportunities. — Innovative Research Development: Spearheaded the development and implementation of innovative research initiatives, optimizing portfolio performance and maximizing new market opportunities. — Process Management and Compliance: Streamlined processes by obtaining all authorizations and permits for the construction of commercial premises and the operation of new stores, ensuring efficient management and regulatory compliance. — Strategic Objective Delivery: Assumed responsibility for delivering strategic objectives, managing multi-million Euro budgets with a results-driven approach. Show less



Lidl Italia

• Italy
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Real Estate Development and Property Manager

  • Feb 2013 - Jan 2016

  As the Real estate Development Manager in Sicily, I spearheaded the management and expansion of the portfolio. This encompassed overseeing the entire acquisition cycle of new stores and the ongoing management of both freehold and leasehold assets. Furthermore, I held accountability for end-to-end property management functions, including driving successful business development and expansion efforts in the Sicilian market. Key Responsibilities: — Managed and expanded the portfolio in Sicily, taking charge of the acquisition cycle for new stores and the continuous management of freehold and leasehold assets. — Took responsibility for the entire property management process, including business development and expansion initiatives for the company in the Sicilian market. — Maintained a proactive approach towards identifying and acquiring sites for new stores, while actively pursuing expansion and property development opportunities in Sicily. — Led the comprehensive development and planning processes, ensuring seamless execution from concept to final completion. — Acted as the primary point of contact and managed communication with external stakeholders such as local authorities, contractors, landlords, developers, and third-party vendors. — Effectively coordinated and oversaw construction and reconstruction project phases, as well as the successful opening of new stores. — Ensured budget management adherence, guaranteeing that projects were delivered within specified timelines and costs. Show less



SGM Consulting STP Srl

• Italy
• Architecture and Planning
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Designer and Project Manager

  • Jan 2010 - Feb 2013

  Hired initially as a CAD designer, and soon promoted to designer of civil works and later to designer of electrical systems for major construction projects. I was appointed Project Manager (Electrical Works) for the large residential complex of Porto Piccolo Sistiana (www. portopiccolosistiana.it), with nearly 700 housing units and commercial activities, hotels and a SPA. Hired initially as a CAD designer, and soon promoted to designer of civil works and later to designer of electrical systems for major construction projects. I was appointed Project Manager (Electrical Works) for the large residential complex of Porto Piccolo Sistiana (www. portopiccolosistiana.it), with nearly 700 housing units and commercial activities, hotels and a SPA.



Attitude Ltd

• Italy
• Business Consulting and Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Sales Area Manager

  • Jan 2009 - Jan 2010

  Sales Area Manager in Small Business & Consumer Payment. In this role, I signed new contracts between American Express Company and local businesses with a turnover of over €1,000,000.00. Sales Area Manager in Small Business & Consumer Payment. In this role, I signed new contracts between American Express Company and local businesses with a turnover of over €1,000,000.00.



ROBOT24.it

• Trieste Area, Italy

• Retail and Wholesale Company Owner

  • Jan 2008 - Jan 2010

  Started an e-commerce business activity of retail and wholesale of domestic components and robots while at university. This allowed me to run a company gaining experience in every aspect: - Commercial (order and customer management, sales and assistance) - Administrative (balance sheet, tax deadlines, business management) - Marketing - IT (webmaster, HTML, PHP, C++, SEO and databases). Started an e-commerce business activity of retail and wholesale of domestic components and robots while at university. This allowed me to run a company gaining experience in every aspect: - Commercial (order and customer management, sales and assistance) - Administrative (balance sheet, tax deadlines, business management) - Marketing - IT (webmaster, HTML, PHP, C++, SEO and databases).