I'm an Italian Product Leader based in Amsterdam. I left my own country to follow my endless curiosity and ride the wave of innovation instead of fighting it. In fact, I moved to leverage my deep knowledge in Linguistics to teach machines how to understand human language. In doing so, I developed a strong expertise in Machine Learning and AI. I now use that same curiosity that has always characterised me, to solve real world problems finding creative applications of my technical knowledge. I thrive translating innovative solutions into concrete business value and mentoring professionals in growing their careers in Tech.
BA in Linguistics in Siena, including Erasmus experience in Spain. Built communication skills that still shape how I work with international teams today and paved my way to Computational Linguistics (AI).
Gap year reset during COVID. Used the time to reflect, recalibrate, and chart a new direction toward technology and AI by turning uncertainty into intentional career design.
Master's in Artificial Intelligence (cum laude, thesis award). Leveraged my Linguistics knowledge to build strong technical expertise in Natural Language Processing (AI) and developed hands-on experience with state-of-the-art LLMs using Python.
Underlined: Translated technical capabilities into user value and business impact, acquired early customers, and learned the fundamentals of building in a startup environment. Scrappy, fast-moving, customer-obsessed.
YoungCapital: Scaled product impact across millions of users. Leading high-stakes initiatives that blend AI, growth, and platform innovation.
Built a strong foundation in how language works, clear communication, and cross-cultural thinking.
Learned to analyze text with precision, skills that later transferred well to data and product work, as well as working effectively in a intercultural environment. Developed proficiency in English, Spanish, and Japanese languages.
Finally, I developed the Linguistics expertise that paved my way to Computational Linguistics (AI).
Developed practical machine learning and data skills to turn unstructured text into insights. Applied Natural Language Processing methods end-to-end (from data prep to modeling and evaluation) with a bias toward real product impact. I also got to experiment with fine-tuning Transformer based LLMs (e.g. BERT, GPT-2) on Python before they became mainstream with the advent of ChatGPT.
Thesis Title: "A Transfer Learning approach to Aspect Based Sentiment Analysis for airline customer feedbacks".
With this thesis I was included in the shortlist for the faculty Thesis Award of the VU Amsterdam.
Mastered the ability to establish AI Maturity level of organizations in different industries, craft enterprise AI roadmaps, and drive measurable gains in growth, and cost efficiency while adapting to rapidly evolving technology
As life-long learner, I leverage the foundations of my previous academic background and my everyday challenges to continuously push myself towards growth. I actively participate in product & AI workshops, follow research seminars, enroll in online courses, and eagerly read anything that might turn useful (from blog articles of inspiring professionals to academic papers on state-of-the-art technology).
User-centered and value-driven experimentation, GTM strategy, stakeholder alignment, data-driven decision making. I transform market insights into product strategies that deliver measurable business outcomes.
Deep understanding of AI capabilities from LLMs to machine learning systems. I bridge technical possibilities with business strategy, ensuring AI solutions create real value.
Translating technical complexity into clear narratives that inspire teams and stakeholders. I excel at building alignment across diverse audiences and driving organizational change.
I have history of translating my knowledge into digestible content for all audiences
My expertise spans the entire product lifecycle, from ideation to launch, and is backed by a robust toolkit of AI, data analysis, and collaboration platforms. I leverage these tools to drive innovation, optimize processes, and build impactful products.
Bringing 0->1 products to life through meticulous discovery, strategic roadmapping, effective OKRs & KPIs setting, rigorous experiment design, and expert stakeholder management.
Guiding organizations with Capability Maturity Mapping, assessing Data Readiness, developing Vertical Industry Blueprints, applying Jobs-to-be-Done (JTBD), and conducting comprehensive Journey Mapping.
Proficiency in Python (Hugging Face, scikit-learn, PyTorch), LLMs, Machine/Deep Learning & Statistics, Transfer Learning, RAG, Prompt Engineering. Utilizing Assisted Coding tools (Lovable, Replit) and Platforms (Azure, GCP), alongside MLOps practices.
Extracting actionable insights using Python libraries, Metabase, Mixpanel, GA4, Looker Studio, Power BI, Tableau, Excel, and advanced GPTs/Gems for data interpretation and visualization.
Streamlining teamwork and productivity with Jira, Notion, Figma, Miro, Lucid, Google Workspace/Microsoft 365, automation (n8n/Zapier), Loom, and Gamma.
My passions outside product management are training grounds that sharpen the skills I bring to every project. Each pursuit teaches discipline, resilience, and creative thinking.
Boxing and grappling teach me to stay calm under pressure, think strategically in chaos, and adapt quickly when plans change, invaluable skills when navigating complex product challenges.
From systems thinking to exotic novels, reading expands my mental models and helps me approach problems from multiple perspectives. Knowledge compounds over time.
Exploring new cultures sharpens my empathy and observation skills. Photography trains my eye for detail and composition, essential for spotting patterns and opportunities others miss.
Guitar playing requires patience, precision, and daily discipline. It's taught me that mastery comes from consistent practice and embracing the learning process, not perfection.
Connecting with others through shared experiences, laughter, and building memories is what colours my life. These interactions keep me grounded, strengthen my empathy, and sharpen my focus on what truly matters.
He knows his way around people, he is good with the clients, does whatever it takes to help colleagues and gets things done. And most importantly, has a great ability to break down highly complex topics such as machine learning and artificial intelligence in a way that is very easy to understand for non-experts. Would love to work together again!
— Bader Bouta, Senior UX Designer
Gabriele was my thesis supervisor during my internship at Underlined. I am very grateful for the few months I had the chance to work with him and I am sure he will enrich any team with his extensive knowledge and especially his collaborative and professional manner.
— Elena Weber, AI Project Manager
Thanks to his clear communication, storytelling, and strong problem-solving, he led our web platform to a noticeable increase and growth. He kept the team unblocked with his leadership, brought a strong long-term vision, and pushed innovation through his enthusiasm for AI. A great colleague and someone I’d gladly work with again
— Shubham Khandelwal, Software Developer
Whether you're looking for product leadership, AI strategy guidance, or simply want to explore ideas, I'm always excited to connect with fellow builders and innovators.
The best products emerge from diverse perspectives and bold collaboration. Let's create something that matters.
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