Archives: Speakers

Having more than 20 years of experience in information technology enterprise implementations, Nicos has been instrumental in Dot.Cy’s own transformation by converting a general Microsoft Dynamics 365 consulting company into a leader in hospitality, travel and leisure business automation solutions by leveraging Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Azure technologies. Nicos is currently working with Dot.Cy’s internal product teams and clients in the development of guest-centric, cloud-based, innovative business and operational solutions for the hospitality industry, leveraging Microsoft Dynamics 365 enterprise features and solutions ecosystem.

Agustin is the Sustainability Officer and Business Development for Energy Performance Services within Siemens Smart Infrastructure. He advises organizations to digitalize turning buildings more sustainable and decarbonized. Agustin held different positions in the Real Estate industry for more than 15 years, from Real Estate Consulting to Asset Development and Acquisition in different Private Equity Real Estate in Europe and South America. Agustin has a Master of Architecture and is a lecturer of Real Estate Program at IE Business School.

Stefano has more than 20 years of experience in valued-based Strategic Partnerships and Account Development. He focuses his effort on supporting primary customers in the area of Sustainability, Digital Transformation, Smart Buildings, Asset and Energy Efficiency for Commercial and Industrial Real Estate. Stefano holds a degree in Marketing Economics and Science of Mechanical Engineering as well as New Media and Artificial Intelligence.

Sarah Coop is a Thematic Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. Sarah has covered the themes making the biggest impact across all sectors, authoring reports on technologies such as AI, cybersecurity, AR, and IoT. Sarah is passionate about data and cybersecurity and has previous experience working as a data modeler at Shell. Sarah has a master’s degree in Big Data from Kings College London.

Pernilla Brodd is CMO and Head of Strategic Alliances at Zaplox. Pernilla has nearly 30 years of broad experience in the technology field with leading roles in Sales & Marketing, Partner Strategy & Development and Product Management, strongly focused on expansive growth and sales within segments as Hospitality Technology, Supply Chain Logistics, and Global Software and Hardware Vendors – in Europe and North America.

Kimberley Hoevers started her journey within Worldline in 2018 in the role of account manager Hospitality, Travel & Ticketing for the Dutch market after finalising the studies Front Office Management and Leisure Management. In November last year she made a switch to the global hospitality team where she is using her expertise and knowledge to conquer the international world of hospitality.

She is passionate about payment solutions for the hospitality industry, which in her opinion, combine the best of both worlds and she is always there to support her customers the best way she can.

Being there for customers to help them out, or just to have a good conversation, is her biggest drive to stay motivated and energized all day.

Born in Trieste on 5/1/1966 After high school he graduated in “Political Science” at the University of Trieste with 110/110 From 1986 to 1988 he worked as a freelance journalist at the Albatross Press Agency From 1989 to 1990 he served in the military as an Officer of Carabinieri in the IX Battalion of Sardinia From 1990 to 1999 he worked at the Central Management of “Assicurazioni Generali” with responsibility for the insurance programs of Italian and foreign multinational companies, with particular attention to the “Italian fashion” and high technology sector From 1999 to 2001 London as Manager of the Marine & Energy office of Generali Global From 2001 to 2003 Deputy General Manager and European Marine Practice Group Director of Willis Holding (third world insurance broker) From 2003 to 2005 Managing Director of Marintec Underwriting Agency Since October 2005, member of the Board of Directors of Arti Grafiche Julia Spa with responsibilities for International Markets and RFID Technology Development Practice tennis and basketball.

Piotr has been described by those that have worked with him as a great professional, dedicated, a positive innovator and out-of-box thinker. After spending 5 years at LG, he moved to Samsung as the European Business Development Manager for the hospitality sector. He has volunteered on various advisory councils and worked with the biggest hotel chains in the world.