Francesco Gastaldon

Francesco Gastaldon is an experienced professional in international development and business strategy, currently serving as Partner & Country Manager for Italy at Kili Partners since March 2016. Previously held positions include Africa Desk Manager and Business Development Advisor at Rödl & Partner Italy, where management and coordination of the Africa Desk were key responsibilities. As a Business Development Specialist at PROMOS, Gastaldon focused on consulting for Italian SMEs in emerging markets. Early career roles included analyst and project coordinator at the University of Bologna, project fellow at UNDP, and research and project assistant for International Rivers. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in International Development from Alma Mater Studiorum – Università di Bologna and exchange studies at prestigious institutions such as the University of California, Berkeley and Københavns Universitet.