There are those who look at things the way they are, and ask why? I dream of things that never were, and ask why not? (R. F. Kennedy)

ABOUT ME

Italian by nature, Australian by choice, international by spirit, I am an ever evolving human being wanting to do good for the world. I fulfil my intention as a global creative leader, passionate about integrated solutions helping brands and organisations to holistically grow, be relevant in culture and drive positive influence.

I lead from the heart. I am a believer.

I believe in courage, integrity, intuition, and in being of service to a world that is human, where innovation is meaningful and technology combines with philosophy as a force for good.

I believe in magic, in the power of words, and in the infinite power of creativity to move people's hearts and minds.

I've always believed in a higher role for our industry. We have great influence and responsibility in shaping the world. In my view, our strategies and ideas can drive outcomes by driving culture, contributing to elevating society and helping determine meaningful collective progress.

I've always believed in conscious capitalism - the third way. Brands are ecosystems that act in the world, therefore they can positively contribute to it. Hence my everlasting purpose to create long-term brand platforms and authentic ideas that help brands do well and do good. Unbound ideas that aim for commercial, social and environmental impact, transcend advertising and at best generate ROI through ROH - Return On Humanity.

I believe in servant leadership, collaboration and ego-free culture. As a principled, inspired and determined creative leader, I'm passionate about working holistically with multi-disciplinary teams, bringing out the best in each person and helping them thrive. Connecting the dots and walking the talk.

I believe in truly integrated work that stems from the core of a brand and lives in natural osmosis with society in any relevant form, being grounded in human truths and knowing no borders.

That is why my inquisitive nature brought me around the world, meeting different people and cultures, gaining over 20 years’ experience with global and local agencies, teams and brands in 3 continents so far (Italy/UK, US and Australia). I’m in my natural element with international projects and environments.

In summary, I believe that 'Nihil difficile volenti'.

I also do believe that Francesco Totti is a soccer genius. That Mark Knopfler's Sultans of Swing final solo is unmatched. That my dog is a person with a dog-suit on. That kindness is a bridge. And that ethics are the currency of the new economy.


ME ABOUT

When I am not working or spending time with my family, I am most probably experimenting with new food recipes. Cooking is my other great passion along with playing soccer – a good match that luckily helps to burn off the calories.

As an insatiably curious cultural omnivore, other ingredients I like to feed myself with are travelling, photography, philosophy, art, music, anthropology, philology, spirituality, ancient civilisations, new technologies, astronomy and unified physics, vegetable-gardening, writing poetry, playing the guitar, studying new languages and experiencing different cultures – which I consider a fresh mix of entrées I can nibble on any time I am in search of original solutions, whether it’s for a campaign or a dish.

Experience

CD at CHEP Network

2022 Melbourne, Australia

CLIENTS | MAZDA + Contributing to CHEP clients, teams and overall network across multiple projects and new business (es. OnePass, nb win | Oz Lotteries, nb win).

  • #1 Australian Agency | WARC 2024
  • Effective Agency of the Year | Australian Effies 2023
  • #2 Australian Agency | One Club Global Rankings
  • Digital Transformation Agency of the Year | B&T 2023
  • Full Service Agency of the Year | Mumbrella 2023

CD/ECD at Publicis Emil/Publicis Groupe

2018 – 2022 Melbourne, Australia

CLIENTS || MERCEDES-BENZ Australia, New Zealand & Global (Publicis Emil) + Broader range of Global, APAC and ANZ clients (Publicis Groupe).

EMIL collective highlights:

  • Named #1 agency in the global network
  • Global agency of reference
  • Grown from 5 to 30+ people
  • Won the Mercedes-Benz Trucks account
  • 2021 Australian Effies (Creative use of data, finalist)

CD at Leo Burnett

2015 – 2017 Italy

CLIENTS || SAMSUNG | ALITALIA | JEEP | FIAT | PHILIP MORRIS

NEW BUSINESS || McDONALD’S | IQOS | ROME AIRPORTS | ICHNUSA Beer | MASERATI

LEO's collective highlights:

  • 2017 Best Holistic Agency (NC Awards, Italy)
  • 2015 Best Italian Agency (Gunn Report, Epica)

ACD/Partner at Superegg

2012 – 2015 Italy

CLIENTS || TOYOTA | LEXUS | WARNER BROS

NEW BUSINESS || MERCEDES-BENZ | SMART | FIAT 500 | DUCATI | PHILIP MORRIS

Senior Creative at Havas Worldwide Australia

2011 – 2012 Sydney, Australia

CLIENTS || SONY | JAGUAR | RECKITT BENCKISER (Vanish, Pine O’Cleen, Claratyne, Veet) | DUREX | PERNOD RICARD

NEW BUSINESS || GREENPEACE

Senior Creative at Jack Watts Currie

2009 – 2011 Sydney, Australia

CLIENTS || ING DIRECT | THRIFTY | DISCOVERY CHANNEL | GF | NRMA

NEW BUSINESS || AUSTRALIAN RED CROSS

Creative | Writer at Ogilvy & Mather

2008 – 2009 London, UK

CLIENTS || WWF | FORD | HELLMANN’S | TOBLERONE | TILDA

NEW BUSINESS || BARCLAYS

Creative | Writer at Whybin\TBWA

2007 – 2008 Sydney, Australia

CLIENTS || NISSAN | BEIERSDORF (Nivea) | SONY PLAYSTATION | ST GEORGE BANK | COUNTRY ENERGY | THE SMH | SINGAPORE AIRLINES

NEW BUSINESS || EBAY

  • 2007 Australian ‘Agency of the Year’ (B&T)

Creative | Writer at Y&R

2004 – 2007 Italy + New York

CLIENTS || LAND ROVER | JAGUAR | BOSE | UNITED INTERNATIONAL PICTURES | ITALIAN LOTTERY | CITY OF ROME | ACEA ENERGY

NEW BUSINESS || WWF | ITALIAN ARMY | ROME ZOO

NEW YORK CLIENTS || DR PEPPER | PREGO PASTA SAUCES

Education

Master’s Degree in Marketing and Communications at LUMSA University

2000 – 2005 Rome, Italy

Graduated magna cum laude with a dissertation on 'The positive cultural impact of purposeful advertising'.

High School Diploma in Classics, Philosophy and Humanities at PLATO High School

1995 – 2000 Rome, Italy

Graduated with highest honours.