Degree in Mechanical Engineering and Robotics, University of Florence; MBA, University of Turin. 1985-86, Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer, Axis; 1986-89, Technology Manager, Magneti Marelli. 1989, joined AT Kearney: 1996, Vice-President; 1999, Leader, European Automotive Practice; 2001, Leader, Global Automotive Practice and Board Member. Member: Adam Smith Society; Aspen Institute; Bocconi University Advisers; Society of Automotive Analysts; TMA; INSOL; AIFI. Expertise: financial, operational turnaround and performance improvement in global industrial companies.