I had the privilege of working with Annamaria across two different teams, and she consistently stood out to me as an exceptional manager. She combined strong technical expertise with a thoughtful, people-first approach to management that made her both trusted and admired by everyone who worked with her. She instinctively understood the core of any technical or business problem presented and mentored the team through complex projects and difficult stakeholder discussions with clarity and composure. She often anticipated obstacles before they turned into issues and helped the team navigate project and account challenges efficiently, protecting us from unnecessary stress while keeping delivery standards high and genuinely had her team's back. I remember during one project, she guided me in transforming an extremely technical presentation into a clear, engaging one that resonated with a diverse audience of sales leaders, executives, and functional analysts—all while preserving the core achievements and value of the technical solution. That ability to bridge deep technical insight with cross-functional communication truly reflected her breadth of experience. She never micromanaged, yet always maintained a clear view of team priorities, resources, and workloads, ensuring that everyone had fair opportunities for growth and success. What stood out most to me was her open and inclusive approach regardless of the team we were in (both had very different senior leadership and approaches). She always encouraged ideas from everyone, be it senior or junior, and created an environment where all voices are respected and heard. On a personal note, Annamaria supported me through a challenging period involving both visa and personal matters, and that experience made me feel truly valued as both a professional and a person. Honestly, Annamaria exemplified what great leadership should look like - balanced, empathetic, and effective and any team would be lucky to have her!

Annamaria was my manager throughout 2024, and her mission‑oriented leadership made a tremendous impact on our team. She guided us to a highly successful year, driving digital transformation initiatives across all seven of our Enterprise clients with focus and clarity. Her ability to inspire, align, and deliver results makes her an exceptional leader that any organization would be fortunate to have.

I had the privilege of working under Annamaria’s leadership at IBM, and I can say without hesitation that she is one of the most outstanding managers and data science leaders I’ve encountered. From day one, Annamaria demonstrated a rare combination of deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and genuine people leadership (a unicorn in the Data Science/Leadership space). She guided my team and I through complex data and AI initiatives with clarity, efficiency, and insight; always available, with thoughtful feedback, and proactive in clearing roadblocks. As a manager leading the AI/ML team in Customer Success and in Client Engineering, Annamaria brought structure, high standards, and a supportive culture. She created an environment where our team felt valued, challenged, and empowered to grow. Under her leadership we consistently delivered at pace and to high quality. What stands out most is her leadership style: she exemplifies calm authority, strong integrity, and a people-first mindset. She is adept at translating complex technical ideas for business stakeholders, while also fighting for the technical excellence that’s required for real impact. You always felt you were working with a leader who had your back. Any team or organization that brings Annamaria on board gains a huge asset. She is not just an amazing manager; she is a mentor, a strategic partner, and a force multiplier for those around her. In short: If you’re looking for someone who leads with intelligence, heart, and integrity … Annamaria will deliver. I wholeheartedly recommend her.

Fantastic presenter, technically very sound in python and thorough over all solid data scientist. I endorse Annamaria.

It’s been a true privilege working under Annamaria, whose leadership style sets a high bar for what great management looks like. As a cross-functional leader, She has an incredible ability to connect diverse teams — engineering, product, operations, and customer success — and align everyone toward a common vision with clarity and purpose. What stands out most is Annamaria’s calm and composed leadership style. Even in the most complex and fast-moving situations, She fosters a sense of structure and confidence. Her communication is always transparent and empowering — ensuring that the team not only knows the “what” and “why” but feels inspired to contribute to the “how.” Throughout several challenging initiatives, I’ve personally seen how Annamaria supported the team through ambiguity, removed blockers swiftly, and helped us focus on problem-solving rather than problem-pointing. She doesn’t just manage projects — She nurtures people, helping each team member grow both professionally and personally. Working with Annamaria has been an incredible learning experience in cross-functional leadership, strategic thinking, and authentic communication. I’m grateful for her mentorship and unwavering support through complex challenges — and I’d highly recommend Annamaria to any organization looking for a truly transformative leader