our
team

Founders

  • Danilo Casadei Massari

    CEO & Founder

    “Danilo Casadei Massari is Founder and CEO of several start-ups and brings extensive experience as both a senior pharmaceutical executive and an entrepreneur. He previously served as President and CEO of Fidia Pharmaceuticals USA and as Director of International Corporate Development at Fidia Farmaceutici S.p.A. Danilo has also held senior leadership roles, including VP of Corporate Development at Madaus AG, as well as senior management positions in multiple pharmaceutical companies worldwide. He has strong expertise in international business development and a well-established global network within the pharmaceutical industry.”

  • Antonio Maggi

    Founder & CEO Enteralia Srl

    “Antonio Maggi has over 30 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, both as a manager and entrepreneur, with a strong focus on building start-ups through to successful acquisition by leading multinational pharmaceutical companies.
    He has developed deep expertise in pharmaceutical marketing and sales network management. Antonio is currently CEO of Enteralia Bioscience, a start-up founded in 2025, focused on the therapeutic areas of gynecology and gastroenterology. He holds a Master’s degree in Economics and has over 10 years of experience as a University Professor, teaching Sales Techniques and Market Policies.”

  • Pierfrancesco Maschio

    Founder & CEO Ricerchimica Srl

    “Pierfrancesco Maschio has over 30 years of experience in the life sciences industry as a licensing and M&A advisor, board advisor and entrepreneur. He has supported international pharmaceutical companies operating in branded pharmaceuticals, OTC and API businesses, advising on strategic acquisitions, divestments and corporate development initiatives.
    Pierfrancesco has also founded, scaled and successfully exited pharmaceutical companies in the neurology and gynecology therapeutic areas. He previously served as Director for Southern Europe at Plexus Ventures and as an external Senior Advisor to EY. He is a co-founder and board member of several life sciences start-ups.”

Business Development

  • Andrea Stefanelli

    COO

    With a professional experience of more than 20 years in Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Multinational Companies, Andrea Stefanelli covered various operative roles from Corporate Development Scouting to Controlling, Business Development and Finance Manager. He has a background in Business Studies and an interest on deals and acquisitions. He is Shareholder and Consultant of various International Healthcare Startups and active in the Crowdfunding community.

  • Anna Maria Gabrielli

    Membership & Operations Officer

    Senior Executive Assistant with extensive experience in multinational environments, including the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical sectors.

    Anna supports the Executive and Business Development functions in both strategic and operational activities, coordinating international initiatives as well as corporate projects, meetings, trade fairs and other European-level industry events. She is also responsible for administrative and membership-related activities, including member relations, while contributing to communication and website content management.

  • Sofia Valenti

    Business Development & Strategic Projects Manager

    Senior Project Manager with over 10 years of experience in the biotech and healthcare sector across London, Dublin and Milan.

    Within the Business Development team, Sofia focuses on translating strategic concepts into structured and operational initiatives. She contributed to the development and launch of the European Healthcare Alliance, coordinating its implementation and the creation of its digital platform.