With 20 years of experience in multifaceted leadership roles serving as a transformational revenue focused executive, I have been integral in driving profitability through strategic partnerships, streamlining operations, & aligning teams to optimize Customer Lifetime Value. GTM innovator, revenue whisperer, marketing strategist, high performing team igniter, client retention obsessed, decisive data driven collaborator & multi-million-dollar negotiator, I am passionate about driving growth and scale through new market expansion and competitive strategy development to optimize and accelerate revenue acquisition and operational excellence.

Marta Ponis leads Innovation Strategy and Planning at RINA Group. A Marine Engineer by background, she brings more than 20 years of international experience across the maritime, energy, and engineering sectors. Throughout her career, Marta has combined deep technical expertise with strategic leadership, driving innovation initiatives, business transformation, and corporate growth. Before taking her current role, she held senior positions in maritime operations, LNG-related businesses, and corporate strategy, managing complex projects and multidisciplinary teams in highly regulated and technology-intensive environments. Today, she is responsible for shaping RINA's innovation strategy, fostering collaboration between business units, startups, research institutions, and industrial partners to accelerate sustainable growth and create new business opportunities.

Stela Ferrari is Head of the Rio Open Innovation Hub at RINA, Chemical Engineer BSc and Industrial Engineer MSc. In RINA she leads innovation ecosystems, strategic partnerships, and sustainable business transformation. With extensive experience connecting corporations, startups, universities, research centers, and public institutions, she leads initiatives that accelerate innovation across energy, infrastructure, maritime, and industrial sectors throughout Latin America. Stela is passionate about fostering inclusive innovation and expanding opportunities for women and underrepresented talent in STEM fields. Through RINA's Global Open Innovation Network, she promotes international collaboration, entrepreneurship, and the development of diverse innovation ecosystems that drive technological advancement and create positive social and economic impact.

Maddalena Garrone is Head of Innovation Collection & Funnel Management at RINA, Mechanical Engineer and MBA in Business Strategy, AI & Innovation. At RINA, she leads Open Innovation and innovation management initiatives, fostering collaboration between startups, research institutions, corporate partners, and internal stakeholders. With experience spanning industry, research, and startup environments, she supports the development of innovation ecosystems that accelerate technology adoption and sustainable business transformation. Maddalena is passionate about creating opportunities for diverse talent in innovation and STEM, promoting collaboration, entrepreneurship, and inclusive approaches to shaping the future of technology.