Francesco Gaini

Francesco Gaini serves as the Chief Planning and Performance Officer at Nexi Group since February 2017, where responsibilities include strategic planning, budgeting, and governance of a significant project portfolio. Gaini has led numerous strategic initiatives, including a major IPO and the post-merger integration of several key acquisitions, generating substantial revenue and EBITDA for the group. Additionally, Gaini is the Chief Financial Officer and a member of the Executive Committee at Nets since October 2021, and holds board positions in various organizations such as Orbital Cultura srl, Moneynet, and ICT LOGISTICA S.R.L. Prior experience includes over a decade as a Partner at The Boston Consulting Group, focusing on financial services and social impact initiatives. Gaini holds multiple degrees, including an MBA from Northwestern University and a Master's in International Management through CEMS, complemented by an extensive educational background in business and history.