Ernesto Ciorra

Ernesto Ciorra is a prominent figure in the fields of innovation and sustainability, currently serving as an Advisory Board Member at POLIMI Graduate School of Management.1 His career spans several decades and includes significant roles in various organizations.

Professional Experience

Ciorra's most notable position was as the Chief Innovability Officer at Enel Group, a role he held for 9 years from September 2014 to September 2023.1 In this capacity, he led both innovation and sustainability initiatives for the company.2 Prior to this, he founded and managed Ars et Inventio, a consulting company focused on Innovation Management, from 2003 to 2014.1

Other Significant Roles

• Vice President and Board Member at MIT Technology Review Italia
• Board Member at COTEC - Fondazione per l'Innovazione (July 2022 - September 2023)
• General Manager at Fondazione Enel (April 2015 - September 2023)
• Blogger for www.Panorama.it (September 2013 - June 2020)

Education

Ciorra has a strong educational background, including:

• Business Administration degree from Università Commerciale 'Luigi Bocconi' (graduated with 110 magna cum laude)
• Master in Strategic Marketing Management from SDA Bocconi
• Program in Leading Change and Organizational Renewal from Harvard University
• Degree in Innovation and Corporate Entrepreneurship from ESADE Business School

Expertise and Approach

Ernesto Ciorra is known for his ability to combine creativity, which he describes as a typical Italian skill, with a strong focus on execution.1 He emphasizes attention to detail and customer-centric innovation. His approach to innovation management includes generating innovative ideas, selecting the best ones, managing implementation, and successfully launching them to market.1

Publications and Teaching

Throughout his career, Ciorra has written several articles on Innovation Management and has lectured at various prestigious institutions, including Cà Foscari University of Venice, Bocconi University, University of Pavia, Sole24Ore Business School, and LUISS Management.1 He has also authored four collections of poems, essays on literature, and a screenplay that has been performed in several Italian theaters.1

Ernesto Ciorra's diverse experience and expertise in innovation, sustainability, and business management make him a valuable Advisory Board Member at POLIMI Graduate School of Management.