Carmelo Graceffa

Carmelo Graceffa is an accomplished professional with a diverse educational background and extensive experience in the fields of telecommunications engineering, digital transformation, open innovation, and investment management.

He holds a Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering and a Specialistic Degree in the same discipline from the Università di Bologna / University of Bologna.

Carmelo also pursued a Master's degree in Innovation of Networks and Services in ICT, graduating Summa cum laude from Politecnico di Torino, showcasing his dedication to academic excellence.

Moreover, he continued to enhance his expertise by completing courses such as Corporate Venturing & Digital Transformation at Elis Corporate School and Accademia Manageriale Acea at LUISS Business School.

His professional journey includes significant roles like Senior Investment Manager - Deep Tech at Fondazione ENEA Tech, demonstrating his proficiency in managing investments in the deep tech sector.

Previously, Carmelo served as the Head of Innovation and Head of Open Innovation at Acea, where he played key roles in driving innovation initiatives within the organization.

His experience in the telecommunications industry is highlighted through positions at TIM, where he excelled as a Business Innovation Manager, Digital Product Manager, and ICT Researcher, showcasing his versatility and adaptability.

Carmelo Graceffa's involvement as a Scientific Board Member of the Master in Digital Open Innovation & Entrepreneurship at Università Campus Bio-Medico di Roma underlines his commitment to fostering academic growth and innovation in the digital space.

Carmelo's career trajectory reflects his passion for digital transformation, open innovation, and investment management, making him a valuable asset in the tech industry.