Giovanni Russiniello

Giovanni Russiniello has a diverse work experience spanning several industries. Giovanni began their career at the University of Geneva's Astronomy Department, where they served as a Project Leader and Principal Engineer for almost eight years. Their responsibilities included leading a team in the design, manufacture, testing, and delivery of professional telescopes.

After their time at the university, Russiniello joined Nagravision - Kudelski Group, where they held various roles. As Vice President of Product Management & Marketing, they led a team of product managers and drove marketing strategies to reposition product lines. Giovanni also served as General Manager for UK business units, Vice President of Sales for Northern Europe, Head of Sales for the UK and Ireland, and Key Account Manager.

Following their tenure at Nagravision, Russiniello worked as an Independent Consultant, specializing in business management and strategy. Giovanni served as an Advisor to the Company Board and an Industrial Liaison Strategist.

Most recently, Russiniello joined Comfone AG as the Vice President of Sales for Africa & Middle East. Prior to this role, they were the Sales Director for the EMEA region.

Throughout their career, Russiniello has demonstrated strong leadership skills, successfully managing teams, driving revenue growth, and maintaining cost efficiency. Their experience spans project management, sales, marketing, and strategic advisory roles.

Giovanni Russiniello pursued their education at various institutions and obtained several degrees. Giovanni began their educational journey in 1984 at Collège St-Michel de Fribourg, where they earned their Maturité Fédérale (Swiss A-level) in Type C (Sciences) in 1987. Following this, they attended the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology from 1987 to 1993, where they attained an MSc in Microengineering. Later, in 1993, they enrolled in the University of Geneva and completed a PhD in Interdisciplinary Sciences, concluding their studies in 1999. In 2009, Giovanni participated in an Executive Education program at the London Business School, focusing on a Financial Seminar for Senior Managers. Lastly, from 2016 to 2019, they joined the University of Warwick - Warwick Business School, where they earned a Certificate in Business Administration with Merit.