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, Chairman & CEO

    Salvatore Palella is 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 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.

  • Chief Investment Officer

    Speranza serves as an advisor to Palella Holdings LLC, holding the role of Chief Investment Officer. He is a Canadian-Italian finance executive with extensive expertise in corporate finance, strategic investments, and business growth.


    Currently, he is the Corporate Development Manager at Everli S.p.A., an Italian company owned by Palella Holdings LLC, where he focuses on business expansion. From 2020 to 2023, he played a key role at micromobility.com Inc. (formerly known as Helbiz Inc), leading the company’s growth from its start-up phase to its IPO in 2021. Prior to that, he worked at Ernst & Young from 2014 to 2019, gaining valuable experience across Italy and the United States.


    Throughout his career, he has developed deep expertise in financial and operational strategies across various industries, with a strong focus on early-stage companies. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Management from Luiss Guido Carli University in Rome and a Master of Science in Business Administration and Law from Bocconi University in Milan.

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