Marcello Somma

Marcello Somma has held various roles throughout their career. Marcello began their career at Procter & Gamble in 1997, where they worked as an R&D Scientist, R&D Group Head, R&D Section Head, and Senior Assistant Brand Manager. In 2009, they joined FATER and served as the Head of Sustainability & Sustainable Innovation until 2016. During their time at FATER, they also held the position of Head of R&D and Business Development for FaterSMART, a dedicated business unit focused on diaper recycling technology. Marcello played a crucial role in the development and commercialization of the technology, overseeing its growth and obtaining letters of intent for equipment purchase and IP licensing. In 2021, Marcello joined Kiverdi, Inc. as the Senior Vice President of Global Business Development before assuming their current position as Chief Operating Officer in 2023.

Marcello Somma completed their secondary education at Liceo Classico "F. De Sanctis" Salerno from 1986 to 1991, where they obtained their Maturità degree in the field of Classica. Marcello then pursued their higher education at Università degli Studi di Salerno from 1991 to 1997, earning a Master of Science degree in Chemical Engineering.