Carlo Pietrobelli

Professor of Economics and Policy Adviser on innovation and development
Summary
Carlo Pietrobelli is a distinguished professor and policy advisor specializing in innovation, industrial development, and policy.
Currently serving as a Professor of Economics at University Roma Tre, Italy, Professorial Fellow at UNU-MERIT, Maastricht, and Adjunct Professor at Georgetown University, Washington D.C.
Previously held the esteemed position of Lead Economist at the Inter-American Development Bank, leading initiatives on innovation, industrial policies, cluster and value chain programs, SMEs, and local economic development in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Possesses a strong academic background with a PhD in Economics from the University of Oxford.
Carlo Pietrobelli has contributed extensively to the field with research spanning development economics, innovation, trade, and industry in developing nations, publishing in renowned international journals and reputable publishing houses like Harvard University Press, Edward Elgar, Palgrave, and Routledge.
An accomplished author of books such as 'The Impact Evaluation of Cluster Development Programs: Methods and Practices' and 'Firm Innovation and Productivity in Latin America and the Caribbean: The Engine of Economic Development'.
Played pivotal roles as Deputy Rector for fostering university-private sector ties and Head of the Industrial Liaison Office at University Roma Tre.
Demonstrates a vast experience as a policy advisor to governments in Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America.
Associated with prestigious organizations like Università degli Studi di Roma Tre, United Nations University-MERIT, Inter-American Development Bank, Georgetown University, and more.
Carlo Pietrobelli's expertise, insights, and academic contributions have significantly influenced the realms of innovation, industrial development, and economic policy worldwide.