Giulia Botta is an experienced International Business Development Manager specializing in the hydrogen sector at Kiwa since November 2017, focused on strategic market insights and geographical expansion. Giulia has held various roles, including Hydrogen Expert and Operations Manager, driving sustainability initiatives and developing operational plans. Other notable roles include Project Manager for the European FP7 KnowHy Project and Proposal Co-writer for the Horizon 2020 BALANCE Project, both emphasizing renewable energy solutions. Giulia is currently a PhD candidate at Delft University of Technology, researching innovative renewable systems for energy production and storage. Giulia holds a Doctor of Philosophy in energy production and storage and multiple relevant certifications, including ISO 9001 lead auditor.