Valeria Leonardi is the Chief Strategy Officer at the UK National Innovation Centre for Ageing (NICA), where she leads the development and execution of strategies aimed development of strategies that redefine the experience of longevity through cutting-edge research and intelligence. With over two decades of experience in strategic advisory roles across sectors like technology, education, and health, Valeria has been pivotal in driving initiatives that align with sustainable growth and social impact.

Her experience spans from co-founding Awen, a VR company designed to alleviate loneliness and stress among young people, to driving global operations and growth strategies for multiple ventures. Valeria’s work is rooted in her commitment to fostering innovation, scaling impactful solutions, and creating meaningful change in communities and industries.