FACULTY
At the Technogym School, knowledge meets innovation. Our faculty brings together a global network of scientists, physicians, architects, performance specialists, and industry leaders who shape the future of wellness through research, design, and real‑world expertise. Their collective insight fuels our mission: to empower professionals, elevate standards, and inspire a new generation of human‑centered training and wellbeing.
DIRECTOR
GIAN PAOLO MONTALI
An authoritative figure in international sport, he has coached at both club level and with the Italian Men’s National Volleyball Team, leading the latter to major international successes, including European and World Championship titles and the Silver Medal at the Athens 2004 Olympic Games.
Across an exceptional coaching career, he has guided top European clubs such as Parma, Treviso, Olympiacos, and Rome, earning multiple national championships and European trophies, and becoming one of the youngest Italian coaches ever to win a national title.
Transitioning from coaching to sports management, he served as General Director and Board Member for leading football clubs, including Juventus F.C., AS Roma, and Leyton Orient.
He later played a pivotal role in international golf as General Director of the 2023 Ryder Cup in Rome, where he was instrumental in bringing the event to Italy for the first time.
A respected academic contributor, he lectures in major universities and has taught subjects ranging from leadership and human‑resources coaching at SDA Bocconi to sport management at 24 Ore Business School and strategic marketing at the University of Parma.
In recognition of his accomplishments, he has been awarded the title of Cavaliere Ufficiale della Repubblica Italiana for sporting merit and holds an honorary degree in Sport Sciences.
A sought‑after consultant and keynote speaker for global corporations, he is the author of bestselling books that translate the values, ethics, and leadership principles of sport into effective organizational and business strategies.
Across an exceptional coaching career, he has guided top European clubs such as Parma, Treviso, Olympiacos, and Rome, earning multiple national championships and European trophies, and becoming one of the youngest Italian coaches ever to win a national title.
Transitioning from coaching to sports management, he served as General Director and Board Member for leading football clubs, including Juventus F.C., AS Roma, and Leyton Orient.
He later played a pivotal role in international golf as General Director of the 2023 Ryder Cup in Rome, where he was instrumental in bringing the event to Italy for the first time.
A respected academic contributor, he lectures in major universities and has taught subjects ranging from leadership and human‑resources coaching at SDA Bocconi to sport management at 24 Ore Business School and strategic marketing at the University of Parma.
In recognition of his accomplishments, he has been awarded the title of Cavaliere Ufficiale della Repubblica Italiana for sporting merit and holds an honorary degree in Sport Sciences.
A sought‑after consultant and keynote speaker for global corporations, he is the author of bestselling books that translate the values, ethics, and leadership principles of sport into effective organizational and business strategies.
SCIENTIFIC DIRECTOR
Silvano Zanuso
Dr. Silvano Zanuso is the Scientific Research & Communication Director at Technogym and an Adjunct Associate Professor at Edith Cowan University in Perth, Australia. His work sits at the intersection of exercise physiology, metabolic health, and scientific innovation, advancing Technogym’s evidence‑based approach to training and wellbeing.
He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from the University of Padua, a Master of Science from Manchester Metropolitan University, and a Ph.D. in Clinical Exercise Physiology from Universidad Europea de Madrid, a multidisciplinary academic path that underpins his international research career.
Dr. Zanuso’s primary research focuses on the effects of physical activity and exercise on individuals with metabolic disorders, an area in which he has published extensively in leading scientific and clinical journals. His work includes influential studies on type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular risk factors, insulin sensitivity, and exercise modalities, with numerous high‑impact papers indexed through Google Scholar.
Throughout his career, he has acted as a health consultant for governments and public institutions, contributing to national and international health‑promotion strategies. He has delivered conferences and educational programs in more than twenty countries, reinforcing his role as a global voice in exercise medicine and preventive health.
Dr. Zanuso has also served as Visiting Professor at several universities, including:
He currently maintains his academic engagement through his position at Edith Cowan University.
A frequent keynote speaker, he recently contributed to the Longevity Med Summit, where he presented innovative work on “Wellness Age,” a big‑data‑driven metric evaluating functional aging through aerobic capacity, strength, flexibility, balance, cognitive function, and body composition.
At Technogym, he plays a key role in integrating scientific research with product development, promoting a vision of personalized, precision‑based exercise prescription supported by advanced technologies and connected equipment.
He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from the University of Padua, a Master of Science from Manchester Metropolitan University, and a Ph.D. in Clinical Exercise Physiology from Universidad Europea de Madrid, a multidisciplinary academic path that underpins his international research career.
Dr. Zanuso’s primary research focuses on the effects of physical activity and exercise on individuals with metabolic disorders, an area in which he has published extensively in leading scientific and clinical journals. His work includes influential studies on type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular risk factors, insulin sensitivity, and exercise modalities, with numerous high‑impact papers indexed through Google Scholar.
Throughout his career, he has acted as a health consultant for governments and public institutions, contributing to national and international health‑promotion strategies. He has delivered conferences and educational programs in more than twenty countries, reinforcing his role as a global voice in exercise medicine and preventive health.
Dr. Zanuso has also served as Visiting Professor at several universities, including:
- Università di Padova
- Universidad Europea de Madrid
- University of Greenwich
- Coventry University
He currently maintains his academic engagement through his position at Edith Cowan University.
A frequent keynote speaker, he recently contributed to the Longevity Med Summit, where he presented innovative work on “Wellness Age,” a big‑data‑driven metric evaluating functional aging through aerobic capacity, strength, flexibility, balance, cognitive function, and body composition.
At Technogym, he plays a key role in integrating scientific research with product development, promoting a vision of personalized, precision‑based exercise prescription supported by advanced technologies and connected equipment.
MATTHEW KAMPERT
SPORTS MEDICINE PHYSICIAN
Dr. Matthew Kampert is a Cleveland Clinic staff physician specializing in sports medicine, endocrinology‑related metabolic health, and exercise physiology. His clinical work integrates advanced exercise science into medical care, focusing on how targeted movement, strength training, and metabolic optimization can improve patient outcomes.
He completed both his Family Medicine Residency and his Sports Medicine Fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic, building a strong foundation in exercise‑based intervention, chronic disease management, and musculoskeletal health. He is currently completing a PhD in Exercise Physiology, further deepening his research expertise in bioenergetics, exercise testing, and precision‑training methodologies.
Dr. Kampert leads primary sports medicine research within the Cleveland Clinic system and directs musculoskeletal education, shaping best practices for physicians and health professionals. He is known for advancing exercise‑based interventions for chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, obesity, metabolic dysfunction, and mobility‑related disorders.
His work extends into community health, where he contributes to innovative programs integrating exercise prescription into underserved populations. These include clinical initiatives delivered through Technogym‑equipped community centers, where he applies personalized training models, metabolic screening, and functional assessment to support long‑term health improvement.
A sought‑after speaker, he presents internationally on topics such as precision exercise, GLP‑1–related muscle preservation, metabolic fitness, and the clinical application of connected training technologies. Across his work, he champions the role of evidence‑based movement as a cornerstone of preventive medicine, functional longevity, and complete patient care.
He completed both his Family Medicine Residency and his Sports Medicine Fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic, building a strong foundation in exercise‑based intervention, chronic disease management, and musculoskeletal health. He is currently completing a PhD in Exercise Physiology, further deepening his research expertise in bioenergetics, exercise testing, and precision‑training methodologies.
Dr. Kampert leads primary sports medicine research within the Cleveland Clinic system and directs musculoskeletal education, shaping best practices for physicians and health professionals. He is known for advancing exercise‑based interventions for chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, obesity, metabolic dysfunction, and mobility‑related disorders.
His work extends into community health, where he contributes to innovative programs integrating exercise prescription into underserved populations. These include clinical initiatives delivered through Technogym‑equipped community centers, where he applies personalized training models, metabolic screening, and functional assessment to support long‑term health improvement.
A sought‑after speaker, he presents internationally on topics such as precision exercise, GLP‑1–related muscle preservation, metabolic fitness, and the clinical application of connected training technologies. Across his work, he champions the role of evidence‑based movement as a cornerstone of preventive medicine, functional longevity, and complete patient care.
Attilio Carraro
Prof. Attilio Carraro is a Full Professor of Sport and Exercise Sciences at the Free University of Bozen‑Bolzano, where he serves as Deputy Dean for Research and Head of the MoveMore Lab, a multidisciplinary research hub dedicated to studying physical activity, wellbeing, and sustainable health behaviors.
His academic work focuses on promoting physical activity across the lifespan, with particular attention to adolescents, children, and vulnerable populations. He explores how movement influences not only physical health and fitness but also mental wellbeing, stress management, and overall quality of life, contributing to a deeper understanding of physical literacy and the psychosocial dimensions of active living.
Prof. Carraro is an internationally recognized scholar with an extensive publication record, authoring more than 270 works in seven languages, reflecting his broad engagement in global research communities. He plays an active leadership role in the field as Secretary General of the Italian Society for Exercise and Sport Sciences (SISMeS) and as a Board Member of AIESEP, where he oversees research and innovation initiatives.
His recent projects include large‑scale studies on the health and wellbeing of university populations, the development of sustainable strategies to combat sedentarism, and new approaches to fostering exercise adoption through educational, environmental, and community‑based interventions.
Across his academic, scientific, and institutional responsibilities, he consistently works to advance a culture of movement, supporting the integration of physical activity into everyday life and promoting healthier, more active communities.
His academic work focuses on promoting physical activity across the lifespan, with particular attention to adolescents, children, and vulnerable populations. He explores how movement influences not only physical health and fitness but also mental wellbeing, stress management, and overall quality of life, contributing to a deeper understanding of physical literacy and the psychosocial dimensions of active living.
Prof. Carraro is an internationally recognized scholar with an extensive publication record, authoring more than 270 works in seven languages, reflecting his broad engagement in global research communities. He plays an active leadership role in the field as Secretary General of the Italian Society for Exercise and Sport Sciences (SISMeS) and as a Board Member of AIESEP, where he oversees research and innovation initiatives.
His recent projects include large‑scale studies on the health and wellbeing of university populations, the development of sustainable strategies to combat sedentarism, and new approaches to fostering exercise adoption through educational, environmental, and community‑based interventions.
Across his academic, scientific, and institutional responsibilities, he consistently works to advance a culture of movement, supporting the integration of physical activity into everyday life and promoting healthier, more active communities.
Jeremy McCarthy
Jeremy McCarthy is an internationally respected leader in the hospitality, spa, and wellness industry, with more than twenty‑five years of experience shaping guest wellbeing across some of the world’s most prestigious hotel groups. His career spans senior roles at Four Seasons, Starwood Hotels & Resorts, and Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, where he spent over a decade directing global spa, leisure, and wellness strategy.
At Mandarin Oriental, he oversaw spa and wellness operations across dozens of luxury hotels worldwide, guiding the brand’s evolution from traditional spa services to fully integrated leisure and wellbeing experiences. Under his leadership, the group earned repeated global recognition as one of the world’s leading luxury spa brands. His work included developing innovative wellness programs, pioneering digital‑wellbeing concepts, launching movement‑centric initiatives, expanding visiting‑practitioner programs, and shaping industry‑leading colleague‑wellness culture.
Jeremy’s expertise bridges luxury customer experience, operational management with financial oversight, brand development, and holistic wellness strategy. He has played a key role in resort development, family and leisure programming, and the creation of guest and colleague wellness resources adopted across multiple continents.
A thought leader in the field, he is the author of The Psychology of Spas & Wellbeing and holds a Master of Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. He frequently writes and speaks on wellness innovation, human behaviour, and the evolving needs of modern travelers, contributing to global wellness forums, hospitality publications, and industry panels.
Across his career, he has championed a vision of hospitality that blends luxury, wellbeing, and meaningful human connection — shaping guest experiences that elevate both personal health and emotional fulfilment.
At Mandarin Oriental, he oversaw spa and wellness operations across dozens of luxury hotels worldwide, guiding the brand’s evolution from traditional spa services to fully integrated leisure and wellbeing experiences. Under his leadership, the group earned repeated global recognition as one of the world’s leading luxury spa brands. His work included developing innovative wellness programs, pioneering digital‑wellbeing concepts, launching movement‑centric initiatives, expanding visiting‑practitioner programs, and shaping industry‑leading colleague‑wellness culture.
Jeremy’s expertise bridges luxury customer experience, operational management with financial oversight, brand development, and holistic wellness strategy. He has played a key role in resort development, family and leisure programming, and the creation of guest and colleague wellness resources adopted across multiple continents.
A thought leader in the field, he is the author of The Psychology of Spas & Wellbeing and holds a Master of Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. He frequently writes and speaks on wellness innovation, human behaviour, and the evolving needs of modern travelers, contributing to global wellness forums, hospitality publications, and industry panels.
Across his career, he has championed a vision of hospitality that blends luxury, wellbeing, and meaningful human connection — shaping guest experiences that elevate both personal health and emotional fulfilment.
Claudia Venturini
NUTRITION PHYSICIAN - MD, PhD
Dr. Claudia Venturini is a Medical Doctor and specialist in Food Science, Clinical Nutrition, and Dietetics, with a PhD in Obesity and Related Diseases. Her scientific background combines rigorous clinical training with advanced research in metabolic health, nutrition‑related pathologies, and preventive medicine.
For more than twenty years, she has served as Medical Director at the National Institute of Research and Care on Aging (IRCCS INRCA) in Ancona, a leading national research center dedicated to longevity, healthy aging, and the complex nutritional needs of older adults. In this role, she has contributed to clinical programs and research initiatives focused on chronic disease prevention, nutritional intervention, and the relationship between diet, functionality, and long‑term wellbeing.
Her work places strong emphasis on translating scientific evidence into practical strategies, guiding individuals and healthcare teams toward more effective nutritional approaches to support metabolic health, promote healthy aging, and improve quality of life.
For more than twenty years, she has served as Medical Director at the National Institute of Research and Care on Aging (IRCCS INRCA) in Ancona, a leading national research center dedicated to longevity, healthy aging, and the complex nutritional needs of older adults. In this role, she has contributed to clinical programs and research initiatives focused on chronic disease prevention, nutritional intervention, and the relationship between diet, functionality, and long‑term wellbeing.
Her work places strong emphasis on translating scientific evidence into practical strategies, guiding individuals and healthcare teams toward more effective nutritional approaches to support metabolic health, promote healthy aging, and improve quality of life.
Cristian Brugnoli
ARCHITECTURE & INTERIOR DESIGN DIRECTOR
Cristian Brugnoli was born into a family deeply rooted in the world of luxury furniture, where he was exposed from an early age to craftsmanship, design culture, and collaborations with leading international architects. He went on to graduate in Architecture from the Politecnico di Milano, one of Europe’s most renowned design and engineering institutions.
Over the course of his career, he has worked with some of the most prestigious Italian design and furniture brands, holding various roles across sales, marketing, and project development. His work has brought him into close collaboration with internationally acclaimed “archistars” such as Patricia Urquiola, Ron Arad, Norman Foster, Cesar Giraldo, Kristina Zanic, Marco Piva, and A++, contributing to high‑profile projects that bridge architecture, interior design, and luxury lifestyle environments.
Since June 2018, Cristian has served as Architecture & Interior Design Director at Technogym, where he leads the creative vision for spatial design across global projects. His role integrates architectural coherence, brand expression, and user‑centric design to shape Technogym‑branded spaces that embody elegance, innovation, and the company’s unique wellness philosophy.
Over the course of his career, he has worked with some of the most prestigious Italian design and furniture brands, holding various roles across sales, marketing, and project development. His work has brought him into close collaboration with internationally acclaimed “archistars” such as Patricia Urquiola, Ron Arad, Norman Foster, Cesar Giraldo, Kristina Zanic, Marco Piva, and A++, contributing to high‑profile projects that bridge architecture, interior design, and luxury lifestyle environments.
Since June 2018, Cristian has served as Architecture & Interior Design Director at Technogym, where he leads the creative vision for spatial design across global projects. His role integrates architectural coherence, brand expression, and user‑centric design to shape Technogym‑branded spaces that embody elegance, innovation, and the company’s unique wellness philosophy.
Olivera Zajelac
AC MILANBODY AND MIND SPECIALIST AND NUTRITIONIST
Olivera Zajelac, with over 20 years of expertise in nutrition, wellness and performance, bringing experience from AC Milan and as a European consultant for Amway, turns science into high-impact strategies that enhance health and performance helping individuals reach their full potential every day.
Andrea Galvani
MD, PhD, MBA
Dr. Andrea Galvani is a medical doctor and Medical Advisor for the Medical & Scientific Department at Technogym. He is also Adjunct Professor at the University of Bologna, where he teaches Principles of Clinical Care and Human Anatomy at the Rimini Campus.He received his Medical Degree from the University of Bologna and his PhD in Biomolecular and Health Sciences from the University of Urbino Carlo Bo. His principal clinical activity spans more than ten years in emergency medicine and sports medicine.Dr. Galvani also holds a Master in Underwater and Hyperbaric Medicine from the University of Barcelona and a Master in Business Administration (MBA) from H-FARM (Venice).His professional interests focus on the translational role of exercise in disease prevention.
Michela Costa
TECHNOGYM GENERAL COUNSEL
Michela Costa brings extensive expertise in corporate legal strategy, regulatory compliance, and international governance, developed through senior roles across major energy, technology, and industrial companies. Her background includes leadership in M&A, contract negotiation, risk management, and corporate operations, supporting complex business environments and global expansion initiatives. At Technogym, she applies this multidisciplinary legal experience to guide strategic decision‑making and ensure robust, forward‑looking governance across the organization.
Luca Ribichini
TECHNOGYM SCIENTIFIC DEPARTMENT
Luca Ribichini contributes to Technogym’s Scientific Department through skills in research support, scientific analysis, and the integration of evidence‑based methodologies into training and wellness programs. His role reinforces the department’s commitment to grounding Technogym solutions in scientific principles and supporting ongoing development across research‑driven initiatives.
Costantino Balestra
Costantino Balestra is Full Professor of Physiology and Director of the Environmental and Occupational (Integrated) Physiology Laboratory at the Haute École Bruxelles-Brabant (HE2B) in Brussels—a position he has held since 2002. He is also a Maître de conférences at the Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB) and collaborates with the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB).
Educated at ULB, where he earned his degree in Physical Education and Movement Sciences in 1986, he completed his Ph.D. with a dissertation on the neurophysiological mechanisms of human fatigue, alongside an ancillary thesis on scuba diving for people with disabilities—work that earned him the KINE 2000 Award and international recognition from PADI for innovation in adaptive diver education.
His scientific research encompasses decompression physiology, oxygen physiology, and human adaptation to extreme environments. He described the "normobaric oxygen paradox" and has conducted extensive research on vascular gas bubbles and their detection, patent foramen ovale (PFO) as a diving risk factor, diver preconditioning, oxidative stress and oxy-inflammation, apnea, and the physiology of high altitude and microgravity. He is the author or co-author of more than 186 peer-reviewed publications and ten books, including popular science volumes translated into four languages.
He has taught as a visiting professor at the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Belgrade and as an adjunct professor at the University of Padua and the Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna in Pisa, in collaboration with the CNR Institute of Clinical Physiology. He has contributed to European research projects such as PHYPODE, CADDY, and OXYTRUST, and has served as an expert evaluator and vice-chair for the European Commission in assessing research grants. Since 2019, he has served as a scientific expert for the European Space Agency (ESA), having previously consulted on decompression challenges for astronauts.
He is the Vice President for Research and Training at DAN Europe, former President of the European Underwater and Baromedical Society (EUBS), and Vice President of the Belgian Society for Diving and Hyperbaric Medicine. Among his honors are the DAN-EUBS Award and multiple Per Zetterström Awards.
Educated at ULB, where he earned his degree in Physical Education and Movement Sciences in 1986, he completed his Ph.D. with a dissertation on the neurophysiological mechanisms of human fatigue, alongside an ancillary thesis on scuba diving for people with disabilities—work that earned him the KINE 2000 Award and international recognition from PADI for innovation in adaptive diver education.
His scientific research encompasses decompression physiology, oxygen physiology, and human adaptation to extreme environments. He described the "normobaric oxygen paradox" and has conducted extensive research on vascular gas bubbles and their detection, patent foramen ovale (PFO) as a diving risk factor, diver preconditioning, oxidative stress and oxy-inflammation, apnea, and the physiology of high altitude and microgravity. He is the author or co-author of more than 186 peer-reviewed publications and ten books, including popular science volumes translated into four languages.
He has taught as a visiting professor at the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Belgrade and as an adjunct professor at the University of Padua and the Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna in Pisa, in collaboration with the CNR Institute of Clinical Physiology. He has contributed to European research projects such as PHYPODE, CADDY, and OXYTRUST, and has served as an expert evaluator and vice-chair for the European Commission in assessing research grants. Since 2019, he has served as a scientific expert for the European Space Agency (ESA), having previously consulted on decompression challenges for astronauts.
He is the Vice President for Research and Training at DAN Europe, former President of the European Underwater and Baromedical Society (EUBS), and Vice President of the Belgian Society for Diving and Hyperbaric Medicine. Among his honors are the DAN-EUBS Award and multiple Per Zetterström Awards.
VICTORIA SARDAIN
Victoria Sardain is Co-Founder and Business Director of ALMA Culinary Wellness Solutions, a premium consultancy operating at the intersection of culinary innovation and wellness. She leads the consultancy's strategic direction, overseeing its development into a premium B2B partner for the hospitality sector—guiding luxury hotels, resorts, and wellness-focused brands in translating ambitious wellness visions into cohesive, commercially successful concepts.
At ALMA Culinary Wellness Solutions, Victoria's work sits at the intersection of business strategy and culinary wellness innovation. She tracks where the industry conversation is heading, from performance and metabolic health to gut health, nutritional density, and longevity, and translates those insights into offerings that keep her clients ahead of the market. Her approach pairs rigorous business acumen with a deep understanding of the culinary wellness landscape, positioning every project as a bespoke, white-glove solution built around a client's unique vision and market.
Victoria is also the Founder of Teiah Hospitality, an agency shaping the direction and positioning of today's leading wellness hospitality establishments. Through Teiah, she brings hands-on experience bridging strategy, brand positioning, and operational execution—expertise she carries directly into her work at ALMA Culinary Wellness Solutions.
At ALMA Culinary Wellness Solutions, Victoria's work sits at the intersection of business strategy and culinary wellness innovation. She tracks where the industry conversation is heading, from performance and metabolic health to gut health, nutritional density, and longevity, and translates those insights into offerings that keep her clients ahead of the market. Her approach pairs rigorous business acumen with a deep understanding of the culinary wellness landscape, positioning every project as a bespoke, white-glove solution built around a client's unique vision and market.
Victoria is also the Founder of Teiah Hospitality, an agency shaping the direction and positioning of today's leading wellness hospitality establishments. Through Teiah, she brings hands-on experience bridging strategy, brand positioning, and operational execution—expertise she carries directly into her work at ALMA Culinary Wellness Solutions.
LAW INNOVATION AND GOVERNANCE
CHIARA CICCIA ROMITO
A Lawyer and PhD, she has built her career in the fields of new technology law, data protection, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence governance. She works as a consultant and Data Protection Officer for public and private entities, with extensive experience in GDPR implementation, impact assessments, and accountability frameworks.
Concurrently, she maintains a strong academic profile. She collaborates with the University of Milan in Legal Informatics, holds a PhD from the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia with research on the impact of AI, and was a Visiting Researcher at the University of Warsaw. She has authored two books for Giuffrè Francis Lefebvre and numerous articles for industry publications like Altalex.
She also holds key institutional roles: she serves as a consultant to the Italian Chamber of Deputies, an Advisor to Confindustria's AI Sounding Board, a member of the Scientific Committee of the ENIA Foundation (National Body for Artificial Intelligence), and a member of the Supervisory Board of UNI (Italian National Standardization Body). A certified DPO and ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor, she has also been a TEDx speaker.
Concurrently, she maintains a strong academic profile. She collaborates with the University of Milan in Legal Informatics, holds a PhD from the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia with research on the impact of AI, and was a Visiting Researcher at the University of Warsaw. She has authored two books for Giuffrè Francis Lefebvre and numerous articles for industry publications like Altalex.
She also holds key institutional roles: she serves as a consultant to the Italian Chamber of Deputies, an Advisor to Confindustria's AI Sounding Board, a member of the Scientific Committee of the ENIA Foundation (National Body for Artificial Intelligence), and a member of the Supervisory Board of UNI (Italian National Standardization Body). A certified DPO and ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor, she has also been a TEDx speaker.
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
CHIARA RUINI
An Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Bologna and qualified as a Full Professor, she is a leading academic authority on the clinical application of positive psychology. Her scientific work integrates psychosomatic medicine with the development of personal resources (resilience, optimism, post-traumatic growth), translating research into innovative intervention models for psychological health and longevity.
Her international background includes research periods at the University of Pennsylvania with Martin Seligman, the University of Wisconsin-Madison with Carol Ryff, and the department of psychiatry at the University of Cambridge. She has coordinated prestigious European projects (FRIENDS, ROAMER) on mental health and has authored over 70 scientific articles and the monograph "Positive Psychology in the Clinical Domains" (Springer).
A former President of the Italian Society of Positive Psychology and a specialist in Psychosomatics, she champions a wellness approach based on evidence-based protocols like Well-Being Therapy, leveraging mental health as a key driver for prevention, sustainable performance, and lifestyle wellness.
Her international background includes research periods at the University of Pennsylvania with Martin Seligman, the University of Wisconsin-Madison with Carol Ryff, and the department of psychiatry at the University of Cambridge. She has coordinated prestigious European projects (FRIENDS, ROAMER) on mental health and has authored over 70 scientific articles and the monograph "Positive Psychology in the Clinical Domains" (Springer).
A former President of the Italian Society of Positive Psychology and a specialist in Psychosomatics, she champions a wellness approach based on evidence-based protocols like Well-Being Therapy, leveraging mental health as a key driver for prevention, sustainable performance, and lifestyle wellness.
STRENGTH & CONDITIONING COACH
ANDREA STUTO
A Strength & Conditioning Coach and Master Trainer with solid international experience in physical preparation, sports performance, and wellness. He holds a Master's Degree in Sport Sciences from the University of Florence and, since 2015, has been a Master Trainer and Educator for Technogym, training fitness and sport professionals and participating in prestigious international projects like the Paris 2024 and Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Games.
Since 2023, he has served as the Head of the Strength & Conditioning and Sport Science Department at Cantoni Lab Milano, where he coordinates the design and application of athletic training programs. His projects include developing evaluation protocols for the Italian Women's Under-age National Volleyball teams.
His professional journey is enhanced by his past as a Top 10 world-ranked professional beach tennis player and a multidisciplinary background. This allows him to translate scientific principles into practical, personalized tools, integrating performance, health, and wellness with a focus on quality of movement.
Since 2023, he has served as the Head of the Strength & Conditioning and Sport Science Department at Cantoni Lab Milano, where he coordinates the design and application of athletic training programs. His projects include developing evaluation protocols for the Italian Women's Under-age National Volleyball teams.
His professional journey is enhanced by his past as a Top 10 world-ranked professional beach tennis player and a multidisciplinary background. This allows him to translate scientific principles into practical, personalized tools, integrating performance, health, and wellness with a focus on quality of movement.
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN MOTOR SCIENCES AND EVALUATION METHODS
FRANCESCO CAMPA
Francesco Campa, PhD, is a leading academic in the field of human biology and motor sciences, serving as an Associate Professor at the Department of Biomedical Sciences at the University of Padua. He obtained his Master's Degree in Science and Techniques of Sports Activities with honors, followed by a PhD in Sciences of Development and Human Movement from the University of Bologna.
His research is considered a milestone in the study of body composition applied to elite athletes and clinical populations. With over 100 indexed international scientific publications and an H-index of 30, he is a leading expert in the development and validation of anthropometric equations and the optimization of Bioelectrical Impedance Vector Analysis (BIVA). In 2022, he was awarded the prestigious title of Best Young Researcher in Motor Sciences by the Italian Society of Motor and Sport Sciences (SISMeS).
His research projects have received numerous accolades at major international scientific congresses. He is currently a member of the Board of Directors of the International Society for the Advancement of Kinanthropometry (ISAK) and serves as an Associate Editor for several internationally renowned scientific journals, including Frontiers, PLOS ONE, and BMC.
His research is considered a milestone in the study of body composition applied to elite athletes and clinical populations. With over 100 indexed international scientific publications and an H-index of 30, he is a leading expert in the development and validation of anthropometric equations and the optimization of Bioelectrical Impedance Vector Analysis (BIVA). In 2022, he was awarded the prestigious title of Best Young Researcher in Motor Sciences by the Italian Society of Motor and Sport Sciences (SISMeS).
His research projects have received numerous accolades at major international scientific congresses. He is currently a member of the Board of Directors of the International Society for the Advancement of Kinanthropometry (ISAK) and serves as an Associate Editor for several internationally renowned scientific journals, including Frontiers, PLOS ONE, and BMC.
PRODUCT MANAGER MYWELLNESS CRM & FORMATS
DAVIDE CESARINI
Davide Cesarini serves as Product Manager for Mywellness CRM & Formats at Technogym. Having joined the company in 2001, he brings over 25 years of industry experience, building a career that seamlessly integrates digital expertise, product marketing, and strategic product insight.
Holding a degree in Computer Science, he began his career as a software developer before expanding into the evolution and marketing of digital products, mobile applications, and software platforms. Over the years, he has gained extensive expertise in cutting-edge technologies and the evolving needs of fitness, wellness, and health operators.
Today, he oversees the Product Marketing strategy for Mywellness CRM and operator software, steering market positioning, product evolution, and value communication. The solution empowers operators to streamline business management and deliver personalized member journeys across every touchpoint through advanced digital tools, actionable data, and integrated CRM capabilities.
Holding a degree in Computer Science, he began his career as a software developer before expanding into the evolution and marketing of digital products, mobile applications, and software platforms. Over the years, he has gained extensive expertise in cutting-edge technologies and the evolving needs of fitness, wellness, and health operators.
Today, he oversees the Product Marketing strategy for Mywellness CRM and operator software, steering market positioning, product evolution, and value communication. The solution empowers operators to streamline business management and deliver personalized member journeys across every touchpoint through advanced digital tools, actionable data, and integrated CRM capabilities.
MARKETING COMMUNICATION DIRECTOR - TECHNOGYM
MICHELE DE VINCENZO
Michele De Vincenzo is the Marketing Communication Director at Technogym, a role that crowns a career spanning over 30 years in international marketing, sales, and business development. His professional journey is closely tied to Technogym, where he returned in November 2025 after a strategic period as Chief Marketing Officer at PromoPharma (a food supplement company). There, he led a major rebranding, reorganized the marketing function, and accelerated digital transformation with data-driven strategies to boost e-commerce and sales.
His prior tenure at Technogym spanned more than two decades in key leadership positions. As Corporate Marketing Director (2010–2023), he coordinated international teams on global marketing planning, brand positioning, and multi-channel campaigns. Before that, as Brand Identity Director (2003–2010), he implemented the brand strategy globally, cementing Technogym's position in the premium wellness segment. His diverse background also includes management roles in the media, fashion, and FMCG sectors. He holds a degree in Business and Economics from the University of Bologna.
His prior tenure at Technogym spanned more than two decades in key leadership positions. As Corporate Marketing Director (2010–2023), he coordinated international teams on global marketing planning, brand positioning, and multi-channel campaigns. Before that, as Brand Identity Director (2003–2010), he implemented the brand strategy globally, cementing Technogym's position in the premium wellness segment. His diverse background also includes management roles in the media, fashion, and FMCG sectors. He holds a degree in Business and Economics from the University of Bologna.
SPA MANAGER & WELLNESS SPECIALIST
MARTINA GRAMOLAZZI
Martina Gramolazzi is a seasoned Spa Manager and Wellness Specialist with more than 15 years of expertise in the luxury wellness and hospitality industry. With a university background in tourism, she refined her leadership directly in the field, establishing herself as a benchmark professional in the strategic and operational management of high-end spa facilities.
Throughout her career, she has successfully managed several of Italy's most distinguished and award-winning wellness centers, notably the renowned Portopiccolo Spa, focusing on service excellence, innovative treatment concepts, and curated guest journeys.
Beyond operations, she is deeply involved in professional education and talent development. She actively partners with Fondazione ITS Volta, contributing to the design and delivery of advanced vocational training curricula for future Wellness & Hospitality Specialists.
Throughout her career, she has successfully managed several of Italy's most distinguished and award-winning wellness centers, notably the renowned Portopiccolo Spa, focusing on service excellence, innovative treatment concepts, and curated guest journeys.
Beyond operations, she is deeply involved in professional education and talent development. She actively partners with Fondazione ITS Volta, contributing to the design and delivery of advanced vocational training curricula for future Wellness & Hospitality Specialists.
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
MASSIMO GIOVANARDI
Massimo Giovanardi is an Associate Professor of Business Management at the Department for Life Quality Studies (Rimini Campus) and a board member of the Center for Advanced Studies in Tourism (CAST) at the University of Bologna. A sociologist by training and a leading expert in place branding and territorial marketing, his research investigates how cities and regions construct and communicate their image to residents, visitors, and businesses, with a dedicated focus on social sustainability and sustainable tourism initiatives (such as the EU Interreg Italy-Croatia "RECOLOR" project).
Prior to returning to Italy in 2019, he taught and conducted research internationally at Stockholm Business School (2012–2014) and the University of Leicester School of Business (2014–2019), focusing on public sector and destination marketing. Alongside academic research, he has supported numerous territorial bodies through applied research and strategic branding consultancy.
His work is widely published in premier international journals, including Annals of Tourism Research, Urban Studies, and Environment and Planning A. He specializes in ethnographic and interpretative approaches, as well as creative dissemination through music and performing arts. His latest initiative, "Destinations: Songs for Territorial and Tourism Development" (featuring a book and a music album), merges songwriting with academic inquiry to engage with the complex challenges of place governance.
Prior to returning to Italy in 2019, he taught and conducted research internationally at Stockholm Business School (2012–2014) and the University of Leicester School of Business (2014–2019), focusing on public sector and destination marketing. Alongside academic research, he has supported numerous territorial bodies through applied research and strategic branding consultancy.
His work is widely published in premier international journals, including Annals of Tourism Research, Urban Studies, and Environment and Planning A. He specializes in ethnographic and interpretative approaches, as well as creative dissemination through music and performing arts. His latest initiative, "Destinations: Songs for Territorial and Tourism Development" (featuring a book and a music album), merges songwriting with academic inquiry to engage with the complex challenges of place governance.
PROFESSOR AND RESEARCHER SPECIALIZING IN TOURISM MARKETING, DESTINATION BRANDING, AND SMART TOURISM
MATEA HANZEK
Matea Hanžek, Ph.D., MBA, is an academic and tourism marketing expert whose work focuses on destination branding, tourism marketing, digitalization, smart tourism, and the transformation of tourism experiences. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Brighton, an MSc with Distinction in Heritage and Cultural Tourism Management from Edinburgh Napier University, and an MBA in Marketing from the Zagreb School of Economics and Management (ZSEM).
Matea currently teaches tourism and marketing at the Zagreb School of Economics and Management and is also an Assistant Professor at Luxembourg School of Business. Alongside her academic work, Matea serves as an Individual Expert for the European Commission within the Together for EU Tourism (T4T) Expert Group, contributing to the development of the European tourism ecosystem with a focus on the green and digital transition, resilience, and skills. Her professional experience also includes work with Horwath HTL and Corinthia Hotel in London.
Her research interests include destination branding, national identity, visual and multimodal research methods, customer experience, and the role of creativity in experience design. Her research has been published in international academic outlets, and she regularly contributes to professional projects related to tourism transformation, destination branding, and experiential marketing.
Matea currently teaches tourism and marketing at the Zagreb School of Economics and Management and is also an Assistant Professor at Luxembourg School of Business. Alongside her academic work, Matea serves as an Individual Expert for the European Commission within the Together for EU Tourism (T4T) Expert Group, contributing to the development of the European tourism ecosystem with a focus on the green and digital transition, resilience, and skills. Her professional experience also includes work with Horwath HTL and Corinthia Hotel in London.
Her research interests include destination branding, national identity, visual and multimodal research methods, customer experience, and the role of creativity in experience design. Her research has been published in international academic outlets, and she regularly contributes to professional projects related to tourism transformation, destination branding, and experiential marketing.
PRESS & MEDIA DIRECTOR, TECHNOGYM
ENRICO MANARESI
Enrico Manaresi is a communications expert with over twenty years of experience in the fitness, health, and wellness industries. As Press & Media Director at Technogym, he is responsible for the company's global media relations and communications strategy, aiming to strengthen brand visibility and reputation. He manages relationships with the press, coordinates external communication initiatives, and maintains a constant dialogue with leading media outlets and industry stakeholders.
His expertise also covers editorial strategy, where he oversees content for Technogym's owned media channels, including the Technogym Magazine (in both print and digital formats) and the editorial direction of social media. Throughout his career, he has participated in prestigious international events, such as the Olympic Games and the World Economic Forum, building a solid network of connections with industry leaders, media, and key operators in the global fitness and wellness landscape.
His expertise also covers editorial strategy, where he oversees content for Technogym's owned media channels, including the Technogym Magazine (in both print and digital formats) and the editorial direction of social media. Throughout his career, he has participated in prestigious international events, such as the Olympic Games and the World Economic Forum, building a solid network of connections with industry leaders, media, and key operators in the global fitness and wellness landscape.
FULL PROFESSOR OF GENERAL AND HEALTH SOCIOLOGY | DIRECTOR OF CEUMS, UNIVERSITY OF BOLOGNA
ANTONIO FRANCESCO MATURO
A Full Professor of General and Health Sociology at the University of Bologna and Coordinator of the PhD program in Sociology, he is a leading international scholar on the intersection of technological innovation, digital health, and the social dynamics of well-being. His scientific work critically analyzes the impact of big data, self-tracking, AI, and gamification on lifestyles, linking digital transformation to person-centered care.
With a cosmopolitan academic background, he has been a Visiting Professor at Brown University (USA) and has delivered lectures at Harvard, the Sorbonne, and Waseda University. He is a member of the "One Health" Self-Steering Group of the Una Europa alliance and leads the Center for Advanced Studies on Humanization of Care and Social Health (CeUmS). In this capacity, he coordinates research units in strategic Horizon Europe projects on AI and digital health (IMPACT, MAMMOth, EITHOS).
As the author and editor of dozens of volumes for publishers like Palgrave Macmillan and Emerald, he serves as the Scientific Director of the journal "Salute e Società" ("Health and Society") and directed the "Value of Wellness" research for the Wellness Foundation–Technogym. His pioneering vision focuses on how technologies can evolve from mere metrics to enablers of motivation, equity, and sustainable behavior change.
With a cosmopolitan academic background, he has been a Visiting Professor at Brown University (USA) and has delivered lectures at Harvard, the Sorbonne, and Waseda University. He is a member of the "One Health" Self-Steering Group of the Una Europa alliance and leads the Center for Advanced Studies on Humanization of Care and Social Health (CeUmS). In this capacity, he coordinates research units in strategic Horizon Europe projects on AI and digital health (IMPACT, MAMMOth, EITHOS).
As the author and editor of dozens of volumes for publishers like Palgrave Macmillan and Emerald, he serves as the Scientific Director of the journal "Salute e Società" ("Health and Society") and directed the "Value of Wellness" research for the Wellness Foundation–Technogym. His pioneering vision focuses on how technologies can evolve from mere metrics to enablers of motivation, equity, and sustainable behavior change.
MEDICAL DOCTOR, EXPERT IN LONGEVITY AND LIFESTYLE MEDICINE
VINCENZO PRIMITIVO
Dr. Vincenzo Primitivo is a medical doctor specializing in longevity and lifestyle medicine. He currently holds the dual role of Scientific Director at Wellspring The Health Club in Milan—a cutting-edge center that integrates medicine, technology, and wellness to extend healthspan—and Head of the Medical-Scientific Department and Head of Scientific Research at Starpool.
At Starpool, he contributes to developing protocols for physical recovery, mental rebalancing, and stress management, while also coordinating the scientific validation of related technologies. His clinical practice focuses on prescribing healthy lifestyles and using innovative therapies based on natural principles (cold, heat, water, air, light) to promote optimal aging.
As a Medical Advisor for hospitality facilities and spas, he created the "Longevity Program," an integrated path that combines technology, lifestyle coaching, physical activity, nutrition, and relaxation techniques to foster prevention and healthy longevity. He is a frequent speaker at scientific conferences on topics such as the impact of chronic stress and evidence-based intervention strategies.
At Starpool, he contributes to developing protocols for physical recovery, mental rebalancing, and stress management, while also coordinating the scientific validation of related technologies. His clinical practice focuses on prescribing healthy lifestyles and using innovative therapies based on natural principles (cold, heat, water, air, light) to promote optimal aging.
As a Medical Advisor for hospitality facilities and spas, he created the "Longevity Program," an integrated path that combines technology, lifestyle coaching, physical activity, nutrition, and relaxation techniques to foster prevention and healthy longevity. He is a frequent speaker at scientific conferences on topics such as the impact of chronic stress and evidence-based intervention strategies.