Meet the Team

The team at Palella Holdings is a collective of dynamic professionals with diverse backgrounds in technology, finance, and entrepreneurship. United by a shared vision to drive innovation and sustainability, each member brings unique expertise and a commitment to excellence. Their collaborative approach ensures the strategic development and success of the company's investments and projects, embodying the spirit of innovation that defines Palella Holdings

  • Founder & CEO

    Salvatore Palella, an Italian-American entrepreneur, is widely recognized for his influential role in the consumer technology and transportation industries. His entrepreneurial journey began in New York, leading to the establishment of Helbiz Inc. in 2015. Helbiz quickly emerged as a pioneering force in electric micro-mobility, launching Italy's first electric scooter sharing service in 2017 and expanding its operations internationally.

    A significant milestone in Helbiz's journey was its public listing in August 2021, making it the first micro-mobility company to be listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market. This event underscored Helbiz's commitment to innovation and its leadership in the urban mobility sector.

    Following its public listing, in March 2022, Helbiz underwent a strategic rebranding to Micromobility.com. This change reflected the company's expanded vision and ambition to redefine urban mobility on a global scale, beyond just electric scooters, to include a broader range of micro-mobility solutions.

    In 2022, Helbiz (now Micromobility.com) expanded its offerings through the acquisition of Wheels Labs Inc, further solidifying its position in the micro-mobility industry by diversifying its transportation solutions.

    In January 2024, Palella initiated Palella Holdings to consolidate his business ventures. Shortly after, in February 2024, Palella Holdings made a strategic entry into the e-commerce space with the acquisition of Everli, a leading grocery delivery platform. This move marked Palella Holdings' commitment to leveraging technology in transforming consumer experiences in the digital commerce domain.

    Residing in Connecticut with his family, Salvatore Palella continues to drive innovation and growth across his ventures, demonstrating a visionary approach to urban mobility, e-commerce, and beyond, with a focus on sustainability and enhancing consumer convenience.

  • Chief Financial Officer

    Gian Luca Spriano is a French-Italian executive, excels in global investment and management as the Chairman of the Board at Everli and CFO at Palella Holdings and micromobility.com. His strategic acumen, honed in New York in the past 8 years, drives financial leadership and operational excellence. Spriano's distinguished career, marked by impactful roles at the United Nations and interational companies, showcases his commitment to sustainable development and international market expansion. His expertise lies in navigating, financial landscapes, fostering strategic partnerships, and leading organizations towards global success.

  • Managing Director Italy

    Matteo, our 49-year-old Managing Director for Italy, is a distinguished Bocconi University alumnus with a degree in Economics of Institutions and Financial Markets. His early career was marked by expertise in equity and currency derivatives at leading financial institutions such as Unicredit Banca Mobiliare, Banca Antonveneta, and Barclays Bank. Transitioning into investment banking, Matteo showcased his leadership as Head of Equity Sales at Integrae SIM and CEO of InvestItaly SIM, among other roles, contributing to multiple IPOs on the Milan and Paris stock exchanges. Notably, from 2018 to 2022, he was instrumental in Helbiz's IPO and investor relations, enhancing the company's market position and stakeholder communication. Matteo's blend of academic excellence and extensive financial experience continues to drive our success in Italy.

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