About us > Governance

We invest in people.

Because every major change begins by investing in those who will shape tomorrow.

Our Board

Chairman

Fabio Sgaragli

Co‑founder of GATE REI and GATE Spa, and former Head of Innovation at Fondazione Brodolini. He is an expert in urban policy and sustainable development, with managerial experience in PwC’s Global Sustainability division, and has led innovation projects across more than 30 countries.
Vice Chairman

Diego Teloni

Co‑founder of GATE REI, GATE Spa, and SET (innovation consultancy). With over 20 years of international experience on innovation, human capital, and economic development programs across public, private, and civil society sectors.
Board Member

Francesca Ciardelli

Chartered accountant and partner at Studio Barsanti Matteoli Ciardelli; board member of Gate Spa. She advises startups, innovative SMEs, and digital tech companies on tax, corporate, accounting, and business matters.
Board Member

Gennaro Di Cello

Vice President of Entopan Smart Networks & Strategies and co‑founder of theHarmonic Innovationecosystem. With a humanities background, he is deeply engaged in building social and cultural networks in Southern Italy in design, creativity, and edutech sectors.
Board Member

Mara Bernardini

Former executive leader in municipalities, health authorities, public transport companies, and regional government over 30 years. Served on boards of listed companies (Hera, BPER). Today, she advises organizations in finance, real estate— with a focus on urban regeneration and energy transition.