Team
Chemist & President
Hoby Wedler
- Blind American PhD chemist and entrepreneur advocating for accessibility in science.
- Founder of Ventures promoting sensory-rich experiences.
- Recognized as a "Champion of Change" by the White House for STEM equality.
Behavioural Science
Matteo Motterlini
- Full Professor of Philosophy of Science and Behavioral Change at Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele, Milan. Former UCLA.
- Adviser to the Italian Presidency of the Council of Ministers.
- International bestselling author of Emotional Economics.
Data Visualization & Art Direction
Ethel Seno
- Art curator, copywriter, and creative strategist with 20+ years of experience in contemporary art, exhibitions, and cultural programming.
- Collaborated with leading galleries, museums, and global brands to produce impactful art projects and installations.
- Skilled copywriter for renowned publications and biographies, specializing in crafting compelling narratives that blend creativity and cultural insight.
Finance
Michael Atzwanger
- Finance executive with 25+ years of experience in banking, pension fund management, and private wealth management.
- Board member of multiple pension funds, banks, and financial, asset management, and insurance companies.
- Investor with a global portfolio, specializing in human-centered & agricultural projects.
Founder & CEO
Lodovico Minelli Sarteri
- Education in Economics and Management of Financial Institutions and Markets.
- Serial Entrepreneur and Founder of Cutting-Edge Tech Ventures.
- Seasoned Speaker Dedicated to Humanizing Technology Through Affective Intuition.
Empathic Design & Marketing
Giorgio De Mitri
- Global Art Director for Nike, specializing in special cultural projects and events.
- Key figure behind the success of innovative luxury fashion brands and their global distribution.
- Curator of design and contemporary art, managing artists like Kaws, Futura2000, and Mode2.
European R&D Lab Administrator
Federica Belloni
- Administrator of EMOTITECH LAB European company with expertise in R&D project management and international operations.
- Science and design researcher specializing in innovative, human-centered solutions.
- Former founder of ventures merging creativity, research, and innovation.
Legal & IP Protection
Rick Citron
- Attorney and entrepreneur with 40+ years of experience in business law.
- Founder and developer of dozens of companies, primarily in the technology sector.
- Key advisor of business operations, strategies, and capital raises for a vast network of professionals.
US Operations, Secretary
Justin Vallandingham
- Operations leader with over 10 years of experience optimizing processes and systems across diverse industries, including non-profits, retail, software, and food and beverages.
- Skilled consultant and project manager with expertise in developing merchandising strategies, reshaping product assortments, launching retail operations, and managing technical systems.
- UC Davis graduate with a BA in US History, combining analytical problem-solving with hands-on execution to drive businesses toward streamlined operations and successful project outcomes.
Strategy, London
Enrico Nonino
- Marketing leader with a degree in Marketing and Communication from the University of Trieste and a Master’s in Media Relations from 24Ore Business School. Now London citizen.
- Head of Marketing EMEA at many Global ventures, driving innovative strategies in the experiential industry.
- Extensive experience in corporate communication and digital marketing for innovation, with a career spanning Johnson & Johnson, Publicis, and leadership roles across Europe.