Dr. Eng. in Electronic Engineering; MBA. 2005-12, Secretary-General, AGCOM (Italian media and telecom regulator). Currently, Deputy Director-General, European Commission - DG CNECT, with responsibilities for the Digital Agenda for Europe, ICT Communication and Media Policy, R&D in ICT, Internet Governance and International Cooperation. Former Chairman: European Radio Spectrum Policy group (RSPG); European Regulatory Group (ERG).