Roberto Fazio

CxO Executive focus on Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies, Advisor & Mentor


IT Skills

  • C / C++

  • C#

  • OOP

  • AI / ML

  • Unity3D

  • OpenGL

  • Python

  • Bash script

  • HTML + JS + CSS

  • PHP

  • MySQL

  • Git

  • Docker

  • AWS, GCP

  • Computer Vision

  • Computational Design

  • OpenGL & WebGL

  • Interaction Design UI/UX


Entrepreneurial Experiences

Portal Technologies srl
AI Forecasting 2020-2023 [Exited 2023]
StudioRF
Interactive Media Studio 2010-2020
Apparati Effimeri srl
Interactive Design Studio 2008-2010
Saitel Telematica scarl
IT Telcomm 2004-2006


Education

High School Diploma in Electronics and Telecommunications
1992-1997

Executive Master in Financial Consultancy and Planning
Consultique
2024

Who I am

I am a Strategic CxO Executive Leader with a clear vision of company technology, committed to aligning the technology roadmap with business objectives. I emphasize Innovation and Efficiency, driving digital transformation initiatives that leverage advanced technologies such as AI, ML, Computer Vision, IoT. I manage all technology operations, ensuring security, scalability, and business continuity. I am experienced in Project-Product Management, ensuring success from inception to delivery, with a strong focus on cost control and risk mitigation. As a leader, I foster a collaborative and innovative work environment, coordinating with other departments to develop optimal technology solutions. Additionally, I manage the IT budget and maintain strong relationships with vendors, negotiating cost-effective contracts.


Educational Training Projects, Teaching

Tech Mentorship, Educator, and Researcher at Saci Art College International, Florence 2017-2022
Course: Creative Technologist - Human-Machine Interaction

Teacher Master at IUAV, Venice 2016-2022
Course: Interactive Media for Interior Design (IMID) at IUAV Venice

Teacher and Coordinator at IED Florence 2015-2020
Courses:
• Multimedia Design with Unity3D
• Interaction Design ( C++ )
• Generative Design ( Processing )
• Internet of things ( Arduino, C++ )
• UI, UX
• Computer Vision

Invited Researcher and Teacher at Universidad Autonoma de Occidente -
Exip Media Lab, Colombia 2012

Course: Computational Design

Interaction Design Teacher at Istituto Clerici Milano 2011
Course: Computational and
Physical Computing with Arduino

Invited Professor at Domus Academy , Milano 2011
Speech on Architectural Projection Mapping
Annex 2008-2020
I've been invited as speaker in the field of emerging technologies (AI,ML,AR,VR) for events, istitutions and festival over the world

Key Competencies

  • Strategic Leadership

  • Software Development Skills

  • IT Operations Management

  • Strategic IT Planning

  • Execution Revenue Growth and Business Development

  • Financial Management

  • Analysis Marketing

  • Sales Strategy

  • Effective Team Leader

  • Agile / SCRUM


Business Angel Investor, Mentor & Advisor

Actively support early-stage startups, providing added value through strategic support in business, technology, communication, and marketing. Currently, I have a portfolio of four startups in which I have invested:- Metrikflow
- Squp
- Cromos AI
- Portal Technologies Exited
- Quantum Leap


Social Network

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Interests and miscellaneous

Technology Enthusiast: I started programming at the age of 11 with C64
Finance: I am interested in Economics and Finance, and I am a Retail Trader
Family: I am the father of 3 children, Gioele, Dalia, and Gilda
Music: I played electric guitar
Art: I am an expert in digital and generative art
Reading: I enjoy reading and learning
Sports: I have practiced boxing at a competitive level for 15 years


Digital Artist and Generative Designer

From 2010 to 2020, I served as CEO and CTO of StudioRF Interactive Media Design, where I focused on enhancing Human-Machine Interaction (HMI). My work involved exploring new forms of interaction to create engaging experiences using Creative Coding and Natural User Interfaces (NUI), such as gesture-based controls, enabling intuitive and natural human-machine interaction.
see the projects

Employment History

CDO, Chief Digital Officer, Polaris Engineering SPA, Milano
March 2023 — Present

I am at the forefront of crafting and implementing our digital and business strategy. I spearhead our R&D unit, focusing on the development of cutting-edge Generative AI and ML solutions, with a specialized emphasis on conversational assistants and and LLMs open source tailored for the B2B sector ( Industry, Retail, Ho.Re.Ca. and HR )
• Lead the digital strategy execution
• Direct a high-performing team
• Identify and implement new business models
• Define product specifications
• Drive the integration of AI and ML
• Deliver impactful results
• Continuously explore emerging AI and Generative AI trends
• C-level activity monitoring
CEO & Chief Product Officer, Portal Technologies srl, Florence IT
April 2020 — May 2023

I led the development and management of a SaaS AI predictive analytics ( Retail, Ho.Re.Ca. & HR ) products. I coordinated the team and managerial operations, ensuring the success and growth of the company managing prospect as Ferrari, LIUJO, Gucci.
• Strategic Planning and Execution
• Revenue Growth and Business Development
• Team Building and Leadership
• Leading the innovation process to create cutting-edge AI solutions.
• Operations Management and Optimization
• Financial Management
• Decision-making process
• Pitching to VC
• Technologies: C++, Shell, PHP, Laravel, Docker, AWS, React, Python
CEO & CTO, StudioRF Interactive Media Design, Florence IT
October 2010 — April 2020

As the CEO & CTO, I serve as the General Director of organizational management and decision-making activities, ensuring strategic alignment and operational efficiency across all departments. My role involves leading the team with a focus on fostering innovation and driving business growth managing prospect as Dunhill.
• Technical Director ( AI, AR, VR and Computer Vision )
• Software Developer ( C++, C#, Unity3D, OpenGL, Bash )
• Executive Project Management
• Leading AI initiatives and integrating AI-driven solutions
• Team Leadership up to 20 people,
• Financial Management
• Risk Management
IT Manager & Software Developer (Co-Founder), Apparati Effimeri srl, Bologna Gennaio 2008 — Ottobre 2010
As CxO, I am responsible for overseeing organizational management and decision-making activities, ensuring that all departments are strategically aligned and operating efficiently. My role encompasses leading the team with a strong emphasis on innovation and business growth managing clients as Ferrari, Bacardi, Dunhill, Galleria Uffizi Firenze
• Technical Leadership R&D focused on Interactive Media
• Software Developer
• Executive Project Management
• Business Development
• International Project Leadership: leading international teams of up to 20
• Team Leadership
• Financial Management
• Risk Management
IT Manager & Software Developer (Board Member), Saitel Telematica scarl, Verona, Padova IT
July 2004 — March 2006

As a co-founder of Saitel, a telecommunications company, I was responsible for managing telecom projects. I handled both technical and commercial aspects,
contributing significantly to the company's growth and securing prestigious clients such as Warsteiner, Paluani, Riello, and Aermec.
• Business Strategy Development
• Software Developer (C#, .NET, Bash, PHP, C++ )
• Revenue Growth
• Technical Leadership
• Technical and Commercial Management
• Customer Relationship Management
• Marketing and Digital Strategy
• Technology Strategy
• Sales Leadership
Software Developer & IT Pre Sales, Technet srl, Verona, IT
October 2000 — July 2004

I managed telecom projects (VoIP and PBX for Italian SMEs) in both
technical and commercial roles. I gained extensive experience in developing telecommunications solutions and honed my interpersonal skills through
customer management.
• Technical Development
• Software Developer ( C, .NET, C++, Assembly )
• Solution Customization
• Customer Management
• Technical Support
• System Integration
• Client Relationship Management
• Training and Education

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