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.

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.