Mariela Marcantetti is a seasoned and driven international start-up and SME accelerator with a strong background in crafting global strategies, managing diverse projects, and supervising staff recruitment and training within the financial services and aesthetics sectors.

She excels in conducting thorough international market research to pinpoint needs and devise effective strategies for start-ups and SMEs in established and emerging markets, demonstrating a keen eye for process enhancements.

With fluency in English, Spanish, and Italian, Mariela is a proficient communicator and presenter. Her leadership prowess spans various industries, and she boasts exceptional interpersonal skills that contribute to her success in fast-paced environments.

Her educational journey includes a Master of Arts in Political Science - International Relations and Comparative Politics from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and a Bachelor of Arts in Management (Global Business) and Political Science (International Relations) from the University of Minnesota-Morris. She also participated in the Rotary Exchange Program.

Mariela Marcantetti has held pivotal roles in esteemed organizations, including Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Furless Permanent, Vice President - Middle East, Africa and Turkey at Gerson Lehrman Group, Former Senior Research Manager, EMEA at Gerson Lehrman Group, Former Research Manager, EMEA at Gerson Lehrman Group, and various other positions that have enriched her professional journey.

She specializes in business development for SMEs, founding start-ups, financial services, industries and energy sectors across Americas, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. Additionally, Mariela is well-versed in NGO and Government Affairs, and actively engages in volunteering efforts.