Raffaele Lodato

Background

About Raffaele Lodato

I bring a systems-thinking approach to the management of complex programs, operating at the intersection of strategy and operations to enable scalable and sustainable organizational transformation. My professional journey has taught me to navigate the complexity of technical and organizational systems and to look beyond projects toward strategy, innovation, and cultural change. Today, I am transitioning into high-impact strategic roles that require the ability to lead transformation, align execution with vision, and deliver tangible value: Strategic PMO, Transformation Manager, Business Strategy. Currently Executive MBA candidate at POLIMI Graduate School of Management, with a focus on leadership, innovation, digital transformation, and business administration. My path includes a research project on Operational Excellence and strategic deployment in corporate contexts, aimed at designing scalable, high-impact organizational models. Key Competencies Strategy & Execution • Contributing to Product Strategy by translating business goals into operational roadmaps • Supporting investment decisions through structured business cases • Knowledge and application of Business Strategy methodologies (SWOT, Business Model Canvas, etc.) Project / Program Management & Governance • Leading complex programs in international, multi-stakeholder environments • Coordinating cross-functional teams and engaging with C-level stakeholders • Risk management and program KPI monitoring • Initiatives in cost optimization and profitability recovery Innovation, Transformation & Operational Excellence • Leading initiatives in Change Management, Continuous Improvement, and process optimization • Designing and evolving processes to support organizational transformation • Participating in high-potential strategic programs (Talent & Innovation) Business Development & Customer Management • Pre-sales and business development in complex B2B environments (OEM, Tier 1, Consulting) • Value proposition, upselling and cross-selling of engineering-driven solutions • Managing RFQs and building long-term strategic client relationships Business Transformation | Budget Optimization | Process Optimization | Executive Communication | Account & Client Management | Market Analysis & Intelligence | Technical-Strategic Leadership | Consulting Business Model | Lead Generation and Qualification | Strategic Project & Program Management | Proposal Management | Product Strategy | C-level Communication | People Management | Business Plan | Customer-Centric Strategy | Customer Acquisition & Retention