Profile
Alberto has 20+ years of experience in financial services, technology, and entrepreneurship, specializing in B2B payments, working capital solutions, and innovation ecosystem development. His expertise spans from leading $20B+ commercial product portfolios at American Express to orchestrating multimillion fundraising for early-stage ventures. Alberto excels at bridging corporate operational challenges with innovative solutions, acting as both a subject matter expert (working capital optimization) and a innovative ventures Fintech connector.
Professional Background
At American Express, Alberto led strategic planning and product management for working capital and supply chain finance solutions across 11 markets, driving $1.4B in annual revenue growth through compelling value propositions built on financial analysis and market intelligence. He negotiated strategic B2B payment deals that saved clients $2B in working capital and developed AI applications to accelerate commercial insights. Prior to this, Alberto served as Senior Associate at The Hackett Group advising CFOs and Treasurers on cash management best practices.
Alberto also runs accelerator programs in partnership with governments and universities, recruits mentor networks, and secures strategic partnerships. His board experience includes serving FCA-regulated financial entities and renewable energy ventures, where he’s responsible for M&A and social impact strategy.
Education
Alberto holds an MBA from Warwick Business School (UK) and an MSc in Maths, Physics and Natural Sciences from the University of Florence (Italy) and Universidad Autónoma de Madrid.
Furthermore
Alberto is fluent in three languages English, Italian (native), and Spanish. He’s published research on fintech categorization methodologies and sustainable payment strategies. He holds UK EIS/SEIS investment accreditation and certifications international cash management, design thinking, and intellectual property protection. Alberto has served as a mentor for the UK Association of Corporate Treasurers, guiding students through their career development.