Marco Fontana

Marco Fontana, MBA, has extensive work experience in the field of networking and security. Marco started their career at SuSE Linux as an IT Teacher, where they gained expertise in teaching IT-related topics. Marco then joined Satcom S.p.A as a Network/VoIP Engineer, where they were responsible for the startup and development of voice platforms and VoIP services. After that, Marco joined Acantho as a Network Operation Team Manager, leading a team of professionals and managing the delivery and operations of triple play services. Marco later took on the role of Network Team Manager - IT Automation Manager at Acantho, where they implemented software tools and automated delivery processes. Currently, Marco is the Head of Networking and Security at Retex S.p.A., where they oversee all activities related to Networking/Security and focuses on network security, wireless services, and LAN/WAN redesign for the Retail market.

Marco Fontana, MBA obtained their Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in Business/Managerial Economics from Bologna Business School in 2016. Marco also holds an Engineer's degree in Telecommunications Engineering from Università degli Studi di Modena e Reggio Emilia, which they received between 1995 and 2001. In addition, they completed a program in Electronics at the University of Exeter in 2000-2001. Marco also possesses several certifications in ITIL® v3 Service Design, ITIL® v3 Service Operation, and ITIL® v3 Foundation from EXIN, obtained in 2011 and 2012.