Andrea Geremicca

Andrea Geremicca, a prominent figure in innovation for sustainability, wears multiple hats as the Director General of the European Institute of Innovation for Sustainability, Adjunct Professor, Entrepreneur, and Keynote Speaker. With years of dedication to fostering sustainable innovation, Andrea's daily focus is on propelling forward innovation to realize the Sustainable Development Goals. Since January 2020, he has steered the European Institute of Innovation for Sustainability (EIIS) from its base in Rome.Innovation has been the hallmark of Andrea's entrepreneurial journey. Having founded and led two successful startups (Exit in 2012 and 2020), he gained invaluable insights into the realm. His pursuit of excellence led him to the Harvard Business School Exec program exploring strategies for driving innovation in large organizations. In 2016, he delved into the impacts of exponential technologies on society at Singularity University at the Nasa Research Park. Andrea's expertise also extends to academia, where he serves as an adjunct professor. He has also lectured at renowned institutions like Harvard Kennedy School and Science Po. A distinguished Advisor and Angel Investor in international startups, Andrea has been contributing to Harvard Business Review Italia since 2019, analyzing emerging trends and future landscapes.. Andrea is a prolific keynote speaker, and he collaborates every day with Governments and UN agencies.