MEET OUR CONSULTANTS
Mariella Bucci
With over 20 years of international experience in business development, sales, digital strategy and finance, Mariella Bucci has led companies towards growth and innovation in the digital world. Her professional path has taken her to work in Italy, the UK and Spain, developing a global vision of market dynamics and successful strategies.
Her career took a decisive turn with Colt Technology Services, where she held leadership roles in the financial sector, managing cost optimisation strategies, market analysis and digital transformation. This experience has acquired advanced skills in financial planning, budget management and implementation of growth strategies, which allowed her to move to London and further specialize in the management of international markets.
Subsequently, Mariella led business development and sales for leading companies such as Namirial SPA, Comercia Global Payments and Contis Ltd, managing strategic partnerships and developing new opportunities in the fintech, e-commerce and digital services sectors. She implemented innovative CRM solutions, sales funnels and digital payment strategies, leading companies to achieve important growth goals.
Today, Mariella puts her experience at the service of businesses with WiP, an all-female consulting firm, composed of professionals with an excellent background in business, digital and finance. Its goal is to help startups and SMEs launch and scale their online business, providing tailored strategies to optimize their digital presence, increase sales and improve financial management.
📌 Key Skills:
✔️ Business Development and Sales Strategy
✔️ Financial planning and budget management
✔️ Digital Transformation & CRM Implementation
✔️ E-commerce and Digital Payments Strategy
✔️ Business process optimization
📌 Training:
🎓 Master in Financial Planning and Accounting – SDA Bocconi, Milan
🎓 Degree in Sociology – La Sapienza University, Rome
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🔗 Languages English fluent, Italian native speaker
Anna Romani
With over 15 years of experience in the service and business development industry, Anna Romani has built a successful career in the United States, the United Kingdom and Italy. Specializing in business development, operations management and market strategy, she has worked with prestigious brands such as Cipriani USA, contributing to their expansion and growth in the restaurant and hospitality industry.
Anna currently offers strategic consulting to companies and professionals who want to optimize costs, improve operational management and expand their presence in the US market. Thanks to her experience in e-commerce management, partnerships with digital platforms and development of new business projects, she supports companies and startups in entering and consolidating in the US market.
In her role as a senior consultant at StartSmart, Anna uses her expertise to help businesses and professionals make informed and effective strategic decisions.
📌 Key Skills:
✔️ Business Development & Expansion Strategies
✔️ Cost Optimization & Financial Analysis
✔️ E-commerce & Partnership with Digital Platforms
✔️ Operational Management & Customer Experience
✔️ Catering and Hospitality Sector
📌 Training:
🎓 BA in Economics – Sapienza University, Rome
🎓 Accelerated Certificate in Restaurant Operations – NYU, New York
📜 Certifications: NYC Food Protection License, NY Real Estate License
🔗 Languages: Italian (native), English and Spanish (fluent)
