Andrea Cosentini holds a degree in Physics and a Doctorate in Mathematics and Statistics for Economics. He began his professional career by applying mathematical models to financial markets and later transitioned to trading equity derivatives, working in investment banks in Milan and London. Recognizing the potential of data and the effectiveness of new Artificial Intelligence techniques, he assumed the role of CEO at an AI service development company in 2017. In 2019, he was appointed to lead the Center of Excellence on AI at Intesa Sanpaolo. From October 2020 to December 2022, he served as Chief Data Officer in the Department for Transformation of the Presidency of the Council of Ministers, where he was responsible for designing and developing PNRR projects, including the National Digital Data Platform. Now, he is Head of Data Science & Responsible AI in Intesa Sanpaolo.