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stefano atzei

@stefanoatzei

Enterprise AI and digital transformation leader modernizing cloud platforms and applying generative AI to drive measurable value.

Italy

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a leadership role where I can drive enterprise AI and digital transformation—owning governance, operating model evolution, and cloud modernization—so teams deliver measurable efficiency gains in mission-critical environments.

I have over 20 years of experience guiding enterprise programs of digital transformation, cloud modernization, and innovation in mission-critical contexts across Banking, Finance, and Energy. I connect business strategy, governance, and technology execution to improve operational efficiency, scalability, and sustainable value creation.

As an Enterprise AI & Digital Transformation Manager, I lead AI transformation initiatives—from AI adoption strategy and generative AI enablement to intelligent process automation and AI governance. I design operating models and program governance that align business and IT stakeholders, ensuring end-to-end accountability for roadmaps, risks, and budgets.

In recent roles, I delivered measurable outcomes such as reducing operational costs up to 25% through platform modernization, improving operational efficiency up to 45% via digital workplace transformation, and cutting manual operational activities by up to 30% through AI and document automation. I’m especially energized by cloud-native adoption (e.g., Azure), enterprise platform modernization, and cross-functional delivery in complex regulatory environments.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

IT Project Manager & Transformation

Minsait

Jan 2021 - Jan 2025 (4 years)

Led enterprise payment system transformation via SWIFT integration, contributing to up to 25% operating cost reduction. Owned the PagoPA-SEND program enabling cloud-native Azure platforms in regulated contexts and defined end-to-end program governance aligned across business and IT.

Swift PagoPA SEND Cloud Modernization Azure Data Migration Enterprise Platforms Program Governance Stakeholder Management Agile Delivery

System Architect & Project Manager

Avanade

Jan 2019 - Jan 2021 (2 years)

Led digital workplace and cloud transformation programs for large-scale modernization of operational processes and adoption of enterprise collaborative platforms. Coordinated Microsoft Teams digital workplace transformation and supported Azure-based migration of legacy systems, including AI/document automation initiatives to reduce manual operational work.

Digital Workplaces Microsoft Teams Cloud Transformation Azure Legacy Modernization Document Automation

Senior Technical Consultant

4Ward

Jan 2016 - Jan 2018 (2 years)

Delivered cloud transformation and legacy modernization work in complex enterprise environments. Designed solutions based on Azure AI and cloud integration and supported adoption of collaborative enterprise platforms through change management and modernization.

Cloud Transformation Legacy Modernization Azure AI Cloud Integration Change Management Cloud Modernization

Consultant

SESA Spa

Jan 2011 - Jan 2015 (4 years)

Served as a Consultant for SESA Spa from 2011 to 2015.

Senior Technical Consultant and Analyst

4Ward

Jan 2018 - Present (8 years 6 months)

Provided senior technical consulting and analysis services for 4Ward in 2018.

Technical Consultant and Analyst

Scuderia AlphaTauri

Jan 2017 - Present (9 years 6 months)

Provided technical consulting and analysis services for Scuderia AlphaTauri in 2017.

Technical Consultant and Analyst

Fastweb

Jan 2017 - Present (9 years 6 months)

Provided technical consulting and analysis services for Fastweb in 2017.

Business Analyst

Teorema

Jan 2016 - Present (10 years 6 months)

Worked as a Business Analyst with Teorema in 2016.

Technical Consultant

Ulixe Technologies

Jan 2016 - Present (10 years 6 months)

Worked as a Technical Consultant with Ulixe Technologies in 2016.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

MIT xPRO

Alumnus Program (Digital Transformation), Digital Transformation

Alumnus del programma MIT xPRO "AI & Digital Transformation" in ambito Digital Transformation. Ha approfondito platform strategy, impatto business del Generative AI e leadership & change management.

Microsoft

Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate, Azure AI Engineering

Certificazione Microsoft per le competenze in AI su Azure. Attesta la capacità di progettare e implementare soluzioni AI su Microsoft Azure.

Microsoft

Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals, Azure Fundamentals

Certificazione di base Microsoft su Azure. Attesta la conoscenza fondamentale dei servizi Azure e dei relativi concetti.

Scrum.org

PSM I - Professional Scrum Master, Scrum

Certificazione "Professional Scrum Master" (PSM I). Attesta la comprensione dei principi e delle pratiche Scrum a livello professionale.

Scienze della Comunicazione

Laurea, Scienze della Comunicazione

Laurea in Scienze della Comunicazione con indirizzo istituzionale e d’impresa. Percorso focalizzato su temi di comunicazione e gestione in contesti organizzativi.

Facoltà di Giurisprudenza

Tesi su AI e Algoritmi, Giurisprudenza (AI e Algoritmi)

Svolgimento di tesi su AI e algoritmi nell’ambito della facoltà di Giurisprudenza. Focus su aspetti legati all’uso di AI e relativo impatto sugli algoritmi.

Perito Tecnico Industriale

Diploma di Perito Tecnico Industriale, Elettrotecnica per l'Automazione

Diploma di Perito Tecnico Industriale in elettrotecnica per l’automazione. Percorso tecnico orientato ai sistemi di automazione e ai fondamenti di elettrotecnica.